Introduction

Brunel has an exciting opportunity for a Hydro Field Technician to join the team at one of the leading Iron Ore producers in Australia.

About this role

Key accountabilities for the field tech role are:

  • Daily planning of earthworks operations required for upcoming scopes, including ground-truthing of proposed locations.
  • Daily pegging of future borehole locations and tracks (if required)
  • Daily data entry of all earthworks progress, drill pad signoffs and pegged drill holes.
  • Identification and rectification of hazards in the workplace
  • To provide all necessary information both digital and physical to the Earthworks Crew to ensure accurate and efficient clearing of planned drill sites within LUC conditions.
  • To provide all necessary support to Field Hydrogeologists if required
  • Assist as required in the event of an emergency including, fires and weather events.
  • Provide support to Earthworks Operators and to conduct daily pad checks and pad signoffs.
  • Assisting Hydro contractors however required to enable efficient execution of water well drilling and test pumping scopes.
  • Liaising with contracting staff and providing assistance escorting of vehicles if required
  • Regular review of field SWIs and procedures
  • Regular stocktake of department consumables.
  • Conduct field interactions to maintain a safe work environment and broaden knowledge.
  • Load/unload stores as required.

Is this you?

Skills:

  • Minimum Class C manual WA driver’s license
    • General computer skills (highly desirable)
    • Willingness and ability to learn new computer software.
  • Current first aid certificate
  • 4WD certificate
  • Moderate to a high level of physical fitness (preferred)
  • Good oral and written communication skills
  • Forklift Ticket (desired)
  • MR or HR License (preferred).

Knowledge/Experience:

  • Working with drill rigs and earthwork equipment (preferred).
  • Previous experience on a mine site (preferred).
  • Some GIS experience preferred (experience using of ArcMap program etc.)

What we offer 

Our client is a top Iron-Ore manufacturer, situated in the Pilbara Region, upholding a strong set of values across their operations and value inventiveness, dedication, and enthusiasm from their employees. In exchange, they provide:

  • FIFO from Perth
  • 8:6 Roster
  • 12-hour shifts
  • Competitive hours
  • Superannuation paid on all hours.
  • Temp to perm opportunities if you display the right attitude and commitment.
  • Brunel benefits include gym & health membership and corporate travel benefits.