Introduction

We are seeking multiple Communications Specialists for permanent and contract opportunities supporting a large underground mining operation in South Australia. These are hands-on positions working across fibre, structured cabling, CCTV, network switches, wireless access points and communications infrastructure on an 8:6 FIFO roster.

What are you going to do

As a Communications Specialist, you'll be responsible for the installation, maintenance and troubleshooting of communications and network infrastructure across an operational underground mine.

This is a hands-on field position where you'll work directly with communications infrastructure, fibre, cabling and network equipment rather than being based behind a desk.

Key Responsibilities:

Install, terminate, test and troubleshoot communications cabling.
Clean, prepare, terminate and splice fibre optic cables.
Diagnose and repair fibre and communications faults.
Install and maintain CCTV and camera systems.
Install, configure and troubleshoot network switches.
Install and support wireless access points.
Perform hands-on fault finding across site communications infrastructure.
Support fibre, IP networking and wireless communications systems.
Carry out preventative maintenance and infrastructure upgrades.
Diagnose connectivity, hardware and network issues.
Support communications equipment across underground and operational areas.
Complete technical documentation and maintenance activities.
Work safely within an operational underground mining environment.

Essential skills and knowledge

Current cabling licence.
Hands-on fibre optic cabling experience.
Fibre preparation, termination, testing and splicing.
Strong communications fault-finding and troubleshooting skills.
CCTV / camera installation experience.
Installation and troubleshooting of network switches.
Experience installing and supporting wireless access points.
Understanding of IP networking and communications infrastructure.
Ability to work autonomously in a site-based environment.
Strong commitment to safety and quality of work.

Highly Regarded:

Underground mining experience.
Mining, resources or heavy industrial experience.
Cisco switching and networking experience.
Wireless or mesh network experience.
LTE or TETRA experience.
Experience supporting critical operational communications infrastructure.

What we offer

Multiple vacancies available (permanent and contract)
Permanent and contract opportunities.
8:6 FIFO roster.
Underground mining operation in South Australia.
Above-market contract rates.
Permanent positions offering base salary + super + FIFO and shift allowances.
Hands-on work across fibre, networking, CCTV and wireless infrastructure.
Long-term opportunities within a large mining environment.

We value diversity and encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds as we continue to support greater diversity across technical roles within the resources sector.

If you are interested or have any further questions, please email email m.nelson@brunel.net

Closing: 25 October 2026

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Do you have questions?

Vacancy reference: PR-302676

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Corporate recruiter

Mark Nelson

+61 8 9429 5614

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Application process

First Contact

We carefully review your application and in the coming weeks, you will be notified for an interview session if you are selected. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted within 7 days.

Scheduling an Interview

After being shortlisted, you will be contacted via email or telephone to arrange for a date on your availability for the qualification interview.

Phone/ Qualification Interview

During the interview, you will be assessed on your level of experience and skills, work history, availability, and the qualifications the company is seeking for the position.

Meeting in Real Life

After successfully making through the phone interview, a face to face interview will be scheduled between the candidate and recruiter. This session can be a more in-depth interview to review your communication and interpersonal skills.

Application for the Position

Submission of candidates resume for client’s approval and screening.