Technician - UG Blasting Equipment

Orica; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

FIFO roster

Career development

Competitive pay

Job summary

Orica is seeking a hands-on Technician - UG Blasting Equipment (HcD Technician) to join our Mining Services team on a FIFO roster across Australia. You will service, repair and commission underground blasting machinery, diagnosing mechanical, hydraulic and electrical faults while providing on-site technical support.

Rosters include 8 days on/6 off or 15 days on/13 days off, with travel to Orica locations nationwide.

Qualifications

• Strong hands-on experience maintaining mobile or fixed plant equipment.
• Knowledge of mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical systems.
• Ability to diagnose issues and solve problems independently.
• Comfort working on-site and managing own workload.
• Clear communication with customers or teams and a safety-first mindset.

Responsibilities

• Service, maintain and repair underground blasting equipment, including HcD units.
• Diagnose mechanical, hydraulic and electrical faults.
• Provide on-site and phone support to customers.
• Respond to breakdowns to minimise downtime.
• Carry out inspections and routine servicing.
• Assist with installation, testing and commissioning of new equipment.
• Maintain accurate service records and adhere to safety standards.

Skills

Hands-on maintenance

Mechanical systems

Hydraulic systems

Electrical systems

On-site problem solving

Education

Trade qualification in mechanical or electrical

Job description

At Orica, our people spark ideas, shape progress, and grow together. For over 150 years, we’ve worked alongside communities to deliver the resources that build our future.

Today, we’re leading the way in mining and civil blasting through innovation, automation, and a commitment to safety and respect for the lands and waters where we operate.

About the role

We're looking for a hands-on Technician - UG Blasting Equipment (HcD Technician) to join our Mining Services team. This is a FIFO opportunity from any city of Adelaide, Melbourne, Brisbane, Kalgoorlie, Sydney, servicing many of our Underground Mining customers across Australia.

In this role, you'll support Orica's underground blasting machinery and customer-operated systems through maintenance, troubleshooting, equipment commissioning, and technical support across Western Australia and South Australia.

This is an excellent opportunity for mechanically or electrically-minded people looking to apply their skills in a new industry. Whether you are experienced or not, we'll train and support you to develop your knowledge of underground blasting operations and our specialised mining equipment.

Working on an 8 days on, 6 days off roster or a 15 days on, 13 days off roster, you'll fly to Orica locations across a number of states, enjoying a high level of autonomy while providing technical support and training to our valued customers.

What you will be doing

• Service, maintain and repair underground blasting equipment, including Hypercharge Drive Units (HcD).
• Find and fix mechanical, hydraulic, electrical and system faults.
• Provide technical support and advice to customers on-site and over the phone.
• Respond to equipment breakdowns and help customers minimise operational downtime.
• Carry out equipment inspections, routine servicing and maintenance audits.
• Assist with installing, testing and commissioning new equipment.
• Build strong relationships with customers through reliable service and support.
• Keep accurate service records and work safely in line with site, customer and Orica requirements.

What you will bring

We’re open to candidates from different backgrounds who can demonstrate:

• Strong hands-on experience in maintaining mobile or fixed plant equipment; and/or
• Knowledge and skills in mechanical, hydraulic, or electrical systems;
• Ability to diagnose issues and solve problems independently;
• Confidence working on-site and managing your own workload;
• Clear communication skills when supporting customers or teams;
• A safety-first mindset and understanding of safe work practices.

What we offer

At Orica, we believe in growing together. You’ll learn from experienced mentors, work in a team that values respect for people and the land, and build a career in a safe, supportive environment.

We offer competitive remuneration, meaningful career pathways, and a culture that celebrates diversity, collaboration and continuous improvement.