Technician - Underground Mining Equipment

Orica Limited; Perth; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Orica is seeking a hands-on Technician - Underground Mining Equipment (HcD Technician) to join our Mining Services team based in Perth, WA. You will 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‑minded people looking to apply their skills in a new industry.

Qualifications

• Strong hands-on experience in maintaining mobile or fixed plant equipment.
• 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.
• Safety-first mindset and understanding of safe work practices.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Hands-on maintenance

Mechanical systems

Hydraulic systems

Electrical systems

Fault diagnosis

On-site work readiness

Job description

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Technician - Underground Mining Equipment

Date: 11 Sept 2026

Location: West Leederville, WA, AU, 6007

Company: Orica

About Orica

About the role

We're looking for a hands-on Technician - UG Mining Equipment (HcD Technician) to join our Mining Services team based in Perth, WA.

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‑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, you'll fly to Orica locations across Western Australia, 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;
• 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.