Introduction

Have you ever wanted to combine your technical aptitude with strong earning potential in a FIFO role? We're seeking motivated technology professionals for FIFO opportunities within a mining environment. This role is ideal for graduates or early-career professionals with a background in Python and Linux who want to build a career in mining technology systems.

What are you going to do

You will be the first point of contact for mining technology on an 8/6 site roster to provide back-to-back support to roll out, update, and maintain this cutting-edge mining technology product.

Key Responsibilities / Accountabilities:

Ensure system uptime and stability, manage incidents, and coordinate service restoration efficiently.
Act as the primary on-site contact for software users, technicians, and product teams.
Deploy, configure, and maintain the mining technology and related services.
Configure monitoring, alerts, and logging; proactively respond to issues and escalate when required.
Manage Linux systems and leverage Python scripting to automate and optimize tasks.
Provide L1 and L2 technical support for all application-related issues.
Document procedures and drive continuous improvements in support, monitoring, and change management.
Collaborate with Product Managers, Product Owners, and Operations Technology teams on upgrades, bug fixes, and system enhancements.

Essential skills and knowledge

Required Skills and Experience:

Hands-on Linux system administration experience (RedHat, Debian).
Python or Bash scripting for automation and optimization.
Monitoring, alerting, and logging tools experience.
Experience with Docker/containers and virtual machines
L1/L2 application support experience in production systems.
Strong problem-solving skills and ability to communicate technical issues to non-technical stakeholders.
Tertiary qualification in Computer Science, IT, or equivalent experience.

Please note: You don't need to have all of the listed skills or experience. The hiring managers are willing to provide training and support to help you develop in the role.

What we offer

About Brunel:

Brunel is a recruitment and flexible workforce solutions provider, connecting 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 and Port Moresby, backed by the strength and reach of a global network spanning over 45 countries, 120 offices, and more than 45 years of successful operation.

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

Do you have questions? If you have any questions or would like to discuss the details of this role, please contact m.nelson@brunel.net

Closing: November 27, 2025

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Vacancy reference: TR-267970

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