Electrical Communications Technician
We seek a skilled Electrical Communications Technician to install and maintain underground fixed plant network infrastructure, provide technical support, installation and commissioning of communications equipment and new technology.
The ideal candidate will be located at St Ives Mine in Kambalda, Western Australia, operating on an 8 days on, 6 days off roster. FIFO is available from Perth, or residential options from Kalgoorlie or Kambalda with daily bus transportation provided.
About the Role
* Fully licensed WA Class A Electrician highly desirable.
* Minimum 3 years' experience in radio communications, telemetry networks and maintenance in surface and underground mining environment.
* Open cabling ticket with fibre endorsement, structured cabling and coaxial highly desirable.
Key Responsibilities
1. Install and maintain underground fixed plant network infrastructure.
2. Provide technical support, installation and commissioning of communications equipment and new technology.
3. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to achieve project objectives.
4. Maintain accurate records and reports as required.
Required Skills and Qualifications
* WA Class A Electrician license highly desirable.
* Minimum 3 years' experience in radio communications, telemetry networks and maintenance in surface and underground mining environment.
* Open cabling ticket with fibre endorsement, structured cabling and coaxial highly desirable.
What We Offer
* Job Security: Permanent full-time position.
* Competitive Base Salary And Site Allowance: We value your skills and experience. Employees working on site receive an additional 6% Site Allowance.
* Private Health Insurance Allowance: Benefit from a $6,000 allowance per annum towards your Private Health Insurance Cover (for couples and family).
* Quarterly Bonus Scheme: Earn up to 10% of your base salary over the year if site targets are met.
* Increased Leave Entitlements: Up to 5 weeks Annual Leave per annum.
* Inclusive Paid Parental Leave: 18 weeks for Primary Carer and 6 weeks for Secondary Carer.
* Long Service Leave: Eligible pro rata after 5 years of continuous service.
* Generous Employee Referral Program: $10,000 for successfully referring a candidate who commences in a permanent role.
About Us
* Gold Fields is a globally diversified gold producer with nine operating mines in Australia, South Africa, Ghana, Peru, Canada and Chile.
* Our mining assets in the Australia region include St Ives, Agnew and Granny Smith mines and a 50:50 interest in the Gruyere JV project.