Introduction

We're seeking a Field Service Technician to install, commission and maintain collision avoidance technology across Australia's leading mining operations. Whether you have mining experience or are an Auto Electrician looking to enter the industry, this role offers hands-on work, varied FIFO rosters and exposure to Tier 1 mine sites.

What are you going to do 

As a Field Service Technician, you'll be responsible for installing, commissioning and maintaining advanced collision avoidance systems on heavy mining equipment across Australia. Working on a range of projects and mine sites, you'll play a key role in ensuring equipment is operating safely and reliably while representing the business on site.

Key Responsibilities

  • Install and commission collision avoidance systems on heavy mining equipment.
  • Perform preventative maintenance and breakdown repairs.
  • Diagnose and troubleshoot electrical and electronic faults.
  • Conduct site inspections and pre-installation scoping.
  • Complete system testing and commissioning activities.
  • Provide technical support to customers and site personnel.
  • Deliver operator and maintenance training where required.
  • Coordinate installation activities with site teams and subcontractors.
  • Complete service reports and project documentation.
  • Conduct installation quality inspections.
  • Ensure all work is completed safely and in accordance with site procedures.
  • Travel to mine sites across Australia, with occasional international travel opportunities.

Essential skills and knowledge

We're looking for someone who enjoys hands-on work and is happy spending time on site.

Essential

  • Previous mining experience or an Auto Electrical trade looking to transition into mining.
  • Strong electrical or electronic fault-finding skills.
  • Experience working on mobile equipment or field-based technology.
  • Flexible and willing to work a variety of FIFO rosters and swing lengths.
  • Able to work independently in remote site environments.
  • Strong communication and customer service skills.
  • Current Australian Driver's Licence.

What we offer 

Brunel is a recruitment and flexible workforce solution provider which connects talented people with opportunities throughout Australasia and around the world. We specialise in highly skilled roles across a variety of technical, professional, trades and craft disciplines, pairing candidates with industry-leading projects and organisations on a contract, permanent or secondment basis.

Operating in Australasia since 1997, Brunel has major bases of operation in Perth, Sydney, Brisbane, Melbourne and Port Moresby, which are further backed by the strength and reach of a truly global network spanning over 45 countries, 120 offices and 50 years of successful operation.

Brunel is proud to be equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and female candidates.

Closing: 21 August 2026

Apply Now

Are you the perfect match for this vacancy? Apply in 5 minutes and let's get in touch!

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Process of your application

Application process & contact

We will now begin examining your application: We will take a close look at your application documents and ask you for additional information if necessary. If your qualifications match our requirements, we will invite you to meet us for the first time.

Project discussion with our customer

If the introductory meeting goes well for you and us, we will arrange a meeting with the customer who has the perfect project for you. This gives you the opportunity to find out more about the customer and the project.

The decision

If you enjoyed the project discussion and the customer is also convinced of your expertise, we will ask you the final and decisive question: Do you want to get started at Brunel?

Introductory conversation with Brunel

In an introductory meeting, we would like to find out more about your interests, ambitions and professional developments. At the same time, we report on working at Brunel and provide information about all career opportunities and prospects.

Welcome to Brunel

Now great times are beginning! With Brunel you have countless opportunities to help shape technological progress. You decide how your career path goes. We support you in every phase of your career. You always have security behind you: Brunel!