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.

What are you going to do

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.

Essential skills and knowledge 

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.