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 of team of more than
13,000 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.
The Technician - Electrical creates, maintains, and repairs the electronic components, instrumentation on equipment and devices used on site or devices
that involves electricity to keep machinery and specialty equipment running correctly. He/She does this in accordance with the ORICA prescribed
maintenance strategy and maintenance execution systems.
Consulting the operators and completing work orders to ensure the ongoing reliability of the site assets.
Preparing work plans including risk assessments and permits after fully scoping out the issues.
Fault finding on mobile and fixed assets and interpreting the results to offer suitable solutions
Inspecting electrical, electronic, instrumentation and PLC systems, diagnosis of errors and corrections.
Repairing or replacing faulty components within the processes of the ORICA maintenance execution system including the population of job cards,
work orders and obtaining spares as required from the stores or approved vendors.
Conducting field visits in the case of an emergency or sudden breakdown
Testing repaired equipment to gauge its performance
Maintaining records of assets and parts inventory in site files as required by the maintenance execution system.
Replacement and consumption of spares parts in line with ORICA materials management
Work alongside the Asset Care Supervisor/Lead to develop asset care solutions that cost effectively support long term asset operations
Ensuring work practices and environment comply with SHES (Safety, Health, Environmental & Security) standards
Trade certificate in Process Instrumentation and Control/ electrical / electronic or mechatronics issued by an accredited institution & authority
Minimum 7 yrs experience in field instrumentation and control, preferably in the mining industry and or chemicals industry
3 years of maintenance experience on Siemens PLC and siemens wonderware/panelview System Platform automation systems. Familiarity with VSDs and
field instruments as well as PID loops
Valid Driver’s license
SAP experience
Physically fit – site deployment will include ability and medical clearance to work at heights, confined spaces and underground
No direct reports
Management of vendors, specailist contractors for supply of parts and service as needed.
Stand in as maintenance foreman from time to time including legal appoitnment in line with your position and seniority.
Working with Production Teams in developing continous improvement initiatives, from concept through to implementatio
* Demonstrates courage, resilience and flexibility
* Strong reputation for integrity, ethics, personal values and solid character
* Solid interpersonal & communication skills
* Self-aware and open to feedback
* Work effectively across teams
* Able to work independently with only targeted supervision
* Productive without compromising quality
* Highly reliable and motivated to excel
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.
Our story began in 1874, when we first supplied explosives to the Victorian goldfields in Australia. Since then, we have grown to become one of the world’s leading mining and infrastructure solutions providers.
From the production and supply of explosives, blasting systems, mining chemicals and geotechnical monitoring to our cutting-edge digital solutions and comprehensive range of services, we sustainably mobilise the earth’s resources.
With 150 years of expertise, our 14,000+ community of engineers, scientists, technologists, operators, business specialists and on-site crew support customers in surface and underground mines, quarry, construction, and oil and gas operations.
Sustainability is integral to our operations. Our approach to sustainability begins with ensuring we operate our business responsibly, and by prioritising the safety of our people, customers, and communities. We are in a unique position to leverage our expertise in technology to create safer and more responsible solutions and deliver positive economic, social, and environmental contributions through our business activities.
