Radio Frequency Technician

Job no: RR10005667
Work type: Permanent - Full Time
Location: Cadia Valley Operations

Newmont has recently acquired Newcrest Mining creating the world’s leading gold mining company. 

With operations around the world, our workforce reflects the diversity of the communities where we operate. We aim to create an inclusive environment where everyone feels safe, valued, and supported to bring their whole unique self to work. We bring out the best in each other, inspiring performance and a shared belief that what we do matters. 

We are seeking an enthusiastic and safety-focused UG Mine Technology Technician to join our busy Mining Innovation & Automation team at Cadia.

Who we are looking for:

Are you passionate about radio technology and skilled at keeping communication channels clear and efficient? Do you enjoy troubleshooting and solving technical challenges? If you have a keen eye for detail and a knack for working with cutting-edge radio equipment, we have an exciting opportunity for you!

As a Radio Technician at Cadia, you will play a crucial role in maintaining, repairing, and upgrading radio communication systems used in mining operations. You will work closely with mining personnel to ensure constant and reliable communication across site, both underground and surface.

Key responsibilities include:

• To maintain commissioned technology systems, existing communications infrastructure, Production Monitoring and Tracking systems
• Maintain and improve both on board and fixed infrastructure components and availability through effective servicing and execution of preventative maintenance tasks
• Diagnosing and repair of equipment faults

Qualifications, knowledge, skills and abilities

• Familiarity of Voice communications systems (UHF, VHF) and network configuration (mandatory)
• Digital Mobile Radio experience (desirable)
• Qualified tradesperson in the Communications Maintenance field
• Understanding of mine infrastructure and logistics systems
• Training and experience in WLAN/LAN networking installation and fault-finding, including Fibre Optics
• Have experience with modern maintenance techniques and computerised maintenance systems. (SAP)
• Be familiar with Microsoft Office applications, particularly Project, Excel & Word
• Previous experience in a heavy industry maintenance environment, preferably associated with Mining

Please note: This is a permanent full-time residential (no FIFO/DIDO) role at our Cadia mine site, on a 7D/7X/7N/7X roster.

Our Commitment to You 

Newmont is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Underpinned by our values of Safety, Sustainability, Integrity, Responsibility and Inclusion, our commitment is to respect the rights of every individual to work to their highest potential, free of discrimination, as well as the cultures, religions, and governing codes applicable to each country in which we operate.  

If you share our values and feel that you could make a meaningful difference in this role, submit your application through our website before the advertised closing date. 

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Advertised: 17 May 2024 AUS Eastern Standard Time
Applications close: 31 May 2024 AUS Eastern Standard Time