Technician Mining Systems

Technician Mining Systems

• Be part of a group that is safety driven and values inclusion
• Access to industry-leading technical development programmes
• Permanent employment which includes a huge range of additional benefits
• Days only – FIFO 8 days on / 6 days off roster working across the Pilbara

Where we’re all welcome 

We are committed to an inclusive environment where people feel comfortable to be themselves. We want our people to feel that all voices are heard, all cultures respected and that a variety of perspectives are not only welcome – they are essential to our success. We treat each other fairly and with dignity regardless of race, gender, nationality, ethnic origin, religion, age, sexual orientation or anything else that makes us different.

At Rio Tinto, we particularly welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, the LGBTI+ community, mature workers, people with disabilities and people from different cultural backgrounds.

We acknowledge that all people are different and believe that our differences are our strength. The diversity of skills, life experiences and perspectives within our team enhances our way of working and our ability to achieve success together. 

About the role

We are looking for a Technician Mining Systems to safely carrying out inspections, scheduled maintenance, operation of assets, and breakdown maintenance to all West Pilbara Mining Systems Assets.

This is a great opportunity for a suitably experienced and qualified Systems savvy individual to showcase their ability to drive continuous improvement across Mobile radio networks and Mining System Hardware and Applications.

We are an open, connected global team that includes some of the industry’s best and brightest minds. We offer competitive, performance-focused remuneration and a wide range of benefits to reward your contribution. With a global reach, the opportunities to develop and grow your career are broad and exciting.

You’ll be part of a supportive team, supported by your Leader to grow and achieve your own personal goals as well as the goals of the team. You’ll work on a FIFO 8 and 6 only roster which will give you more time to spend on the things that are important to you and the people in your life. 

Reporting to the Mining Systems Supervisor you will be:

• To safely carrying out inspections, scheduled maintenance, operation of assets, and breakdown maintenance to all West Pilbara Mining Systems Assets.
• Mining System Hardware and Applications including,
• High Precision GPS on Primary Dig Units and Blast Hole Drills
• Fleet Management Systems
• Asset Health Systems
• Mobile radio networks
• Manage customer expectations.
• Ensuring that maintenance is of a high quality and re-work is not required.
• Use SAP to raise notifications, and complete time confirmations.
• Liaise with Engineers as required.

What you’ll bring

• A commitment to the safety of yourself and your team

• Trade qualifications in relevant discipline – Auto Electrical, Radio Communication, or Industrial IT
• Demonstrated experience in Mining Systems application such as Modular Mining (Dispatch and MineCare)
• Strong working knowledge of Caterpillar Terrain, and HME Interfaces
• Mobile radio network experience (WiFi/LTE)
• Western Australian C class manual driver’s licence
• Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office and SAP

Beneficial

• Experience with Autonomous Mining Systems
• Competent with reporting and analytics tools (Oracle and SQL based experience)
• Experience in Pit Technology Solutions (i.e. Survey Technology, Wall Monitoring Solutions)
• High Risk Work Licences – Forklift and Elevated Work Platform

If you are excited about the role and think you have what it takes but your experience doesn’t align 100% we still want to hear from you.

We are committed to promoting diversity within Rio Tinto and as a special measure to we strongly encourage women to apply.

What we offer

• A work environment where safety is always the number one priority
• A permanent position working directly for Rio Tinto
• Flexible working arrangements
• A competitive base salary reflective of your skills and experience with annual incentive program
• Comprehensive medical benefits including subsidised private health insurance for employees and immediate family
• Attractive share ownership plan
• Company provided insurance cover
• Extensive salary sacrifice & salary packaging options
• Career development & education assistance to further your technical or leadership ambitions
• Ongoing access to family-friendly health and medical wellbeing support
• Leave for all of life’s reasons (vacation/annual, paid parental, sick leave, cultural leave)
• To better suit different family needs, our paid parental leave approach gives all parents the option to take 18 weeks of paid leave after a new child arrives – at a time that suits them.
• Exclusive employee discounts including hotel stays, banking, accommodation, cars, retail and more, read more about the huge range of benefits here: https://bit.ly/43AQLue 

About Rio Tinto

Every idea, every innovation, every little thing the world calls ‘progress’ begins with a first step, and someone willing to take it: explorers, inventors, entrepreneurs. Pioneers. For 150 years, Rio Tinto has been a company of pioneers – generations of people spanning the globe, all with the grit and vision to produce materials essential to human progress.

Our iron ore has shaped skylines from Shanghai to Sydney. Our aluminium – the world’s first to be certified “responsible” – helps planes fly and makes cars lighter. Our copper helps wind turbines power cities, and our boron helps feed the world and explore the universe. Our diamonds help us celebrate the best parts of life.

In the Pilbara region of Western Australia, Rio Tinto undertakes expansive resource development programs that deliver the resources and reserves required to sustain our iron ore business. Rio Tinto operates the world’s largest integrated portfolio of iron ore assets with industry-leading margins. Our premium product suite, including our flagship Pilbara blend, drives strong customer relationships and is supported by technical and commercial marketing expertise. The iron ore business continues to be the world’s largest autonomous truck operator and a proud leader in automated mining technologies.

Where you will be working

In the Pilbara region of Western Australia, we own an integrated portfolio of iron ore assets: a world-class, integrated network of 16 mines, four independent port terminals, a 1,700-kilometre rail network and related infrastructure – all designed to respond rapidly to changes in demand.

We are one of the world’s leading producers and exporters of iron ore.

About Rio Tinto

Rio Tinto is a leading global mining and materials company. We operate in 35 countries where we produce iron ore, copper, aluminium, critical minerals and other materials needed for the global energy transition and for people, communities, and nations to thrive. We have been mining for 150 years and operate with knowledge built up across generations and continents. Our purpose is finding better ways to provide the materials the world needs – striving for innovation and continuous improvement to produce materials with low emissions and to the right environmental, social and governance standards. But we can’t do it on our own, so we’re focused on creating partnerships to solve problems, create win-win and meet opportunities.

Applications close on 28th of May 2024 (Rio Tinto reserves the right to remove advertised roles prior to this date).