AddressNewmont 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 technology and fascinated by the world of mining and minerals? Do you have a knack for automation and a desire to contribute to the advancement of technology within the mining industry? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you as an UG Mine Technology Technician at Cadia.
As an UG Mine Technology Technician, you will play a pivotal role in optimizing our mining processes through the implementation and maintenance of advanced automation systems. Your expertise will help enhance safety, productivity, and cost-effectiveness in our operations while reducing human intervention and environmental impact. You will work closely with the engineering and operations teams, utilizing cutting-edge technologies to monitor, troubleshoot, and improve technology within our underground mining facilities.
Key responsibilities include:
- Contribute to the delivery of solutions that aim to remove personnel from hazards and/or reduce exposure through new or unique technologies and improved automation capability
- Maintain interconnected components and infrastructure used to convert, record, transport or control Mining processes, equipment, energy, and/or information for mining purposes
- Promote a safe work environment - be responsible for assisting with developing and nurturing the culture within the team
You will also have training, knowledge and experience in:
- Trade qualification – electrical/auto-electrical
- Training and experience in WLAN/LAN networking installation and fault-finding, including Fibre Optics (desirable)
- Mine data telemetry systems
- Underground and Surface mining technology applications
- Safety management
- Stakeholder management
- Functional Safety (desirable)
- IP Networks & Wi-Fi
Please note: This is a permanent full-time residential role (no FIFO/DIDO) at our Cadia mine site, on a 7D/7X/7N/7X roster.
If you are a motivated electrician with a passion for maintaining electrical systems in a challenging and dynamic mining environment, we encourage you to apply.
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.
