Senior Technician - Technology

Orica; Welshpool; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A global mining company is seeking Senior Field Technicians to join their Digital team in Welshpool, WA. This role focuses on operating advanced geophysical tools to capture high-quality geological data for mining operations. Candidates should have experience with wireline tools, strong communication skills, and a commitment to safety and operational excellence. The position offers a competitive salary within a collaborative and diverse work environment, promoting career growth and innovation.

Qualifications

• Proven experience with wireline tools and equipment maintenance, calibration, and troubleshooting.
• Expertise in data acquisition and interpretation from wireline tools.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to engage clients and stakeholders effectively.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, calibrate, and verify geophysical products for deployment.
• Operate geophysical tools in the field, ensuring accurate data collection.
• Resolve technical issues promptly and collaborate with client teams.
• Deliver hands-on training and provide ongoing technical assistance.
• Perform QA/QC checks to maintain data integrity.
• Communicate operational status and outcomes professionally.
• Communicate effectively and provide coaching to site technicians.
• Drive SHE&S protocols and ensure adherence to company policies.
• Work with internal teams to enhance reliability and efficiency.

Skills

Experience with wireline tools

Data acquisition and interpretation

Communication skills

Problem-solving abilities

Proficiency in Microsoft platforms

Job description

At Orica, it’s the power of our people that leads change and shapes our futures. Every day, all around the world, our people help mobilise vital resources essential to progress. Established in 1874, we have grown to become the world leader in mining and civil blasting with a diverse team of more than 14,000 across the world.

It’s an exciting time to join us – we are shaping the future of mining through digital and automated technologies, embracing new ways of thinking, pioneering innovation, and reimagining the way we work. Hopper Industrial Group (HIG) is part of Orica Digital Solutions, a business stream of Orica.

We are looking for Senior Field Technicians to join our Digital team in Welshpool, WA. This role is critical in supporting geophysical products deployed across Australia and internationally, primarily within the mining industry. You will operate advanced geophysical tools to capture high-quality subsurface geological data, enabling informed decisions on drilling, production, reservoir and well management, orebody mapping, resource estimation, extraction strategies, and cost control.

As the primary point of contact for clients during field operations, you will ensure efficient service delivery, maintain rigorous data quality standards, and drive customer satisfaction.

The roster is Monday to Friday, 38 hours per week.

• Equipment Preparation & Calibration: Prepare, calibrate, and verify geophysical products for deployment.
• Operational Deployment: Operate geophysical tools in the field, ensuring accurate data collection and optimal equipment performance.
• Troubleshooting & Diagnostics: Resolve technical issues promptly and collaborate with client teams for complex repairs.
• Client Training & Support: Deliver hands‑on training and provide ongoing technical assistance.
• Data Quality Assurance: Perform QA/QC checks to maintain data integrity.
• Customer Engagement: Communicate operational status and outcomes professionally.
• Leadership: Communicate effectively and provide coaching to site technicians and operators; oversee task coordination and ensure timely preventive maintenance.
• Safety & Compliance: Drive SHE&S protocols and ensure adherence to company policies.
• Collaboration & Process Improvement: Work with internal teams to enhance reliability and efficiency.
• Proven experience with wireline tools and equipment maintenance, calibration, and troubleshooting.
• Expertise in data acquisition and interpretation from wireline tools.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to engage clients and stakeholders effectively.
• Exceptional problem‑solving and decision‑making abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft platforms (intermediate level).
• A strong commitment to safety, operational excellence, and continuous improvement.

As part of a truly global company, you will have the ability to grow and learn in a diverse, collaborative culture. We foster relationships and learning through connected global and local teams, promote flexible and diverse career paths and support the development of your knowledge and skills.

You will be paid a competitive salary, learn from talented individuals across multiple disciplines and be able to thrive in a safe workplace within a collaborative culture. Ignite your career at a place where your distinct potential can find its home.

Orica promotes and fosters a culture of inclusion and Equal Opportunity Employment everywhere we operate. We treat our people and applicants with fairness, dignity, and respect, getting the best of everyone’s contributions.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, nationality, age, military or veteran, marital or disability status.