Operational Technology Technician

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At Alcoa, you will become an essential part of our purpose: to turn raw potential into real progress. The way we see it, every Alcoan is a work-shaper, team-shaper, idea-shaper, world-shaper.

This is your opportunity to help shape the future of sustainability with world-changing innovations and low-carbon technologies. Become a valued part of the team that’s shaping the future of aluminium, revolutionising the way the world lives, builds, moves and flies. Be part of it and shape your world.

About the Role:
We are recruiting for our Operational Technology Team. We have a permanent role at our Huntly mine, on a family friendly 7 days on, 7 days off roster working 10.3 hours per day. (day shift only) reporting to the Operational Technology Superintendent. This is a drive in, drive out role where you will be at home after every shift, this is your chance to create positive impacts on our business.

The Operational Technology Technician is responsible for repairs and maintenance to any onboard technology installed within or on the fleet of heavy mobile equipment and light vehicles including the critical safety systems. The technician acts as the first line of support for the related communications platform. The incumbent directly supervises any supporting contractors during issue resolution.

Key responsibilities include:
- Coordinate and prioritise technology breakdown repairs in the field and ensure that all onboard technology equipment is always in good working condition through routine preventative maintenance.- Coordinate and liaise with maintenance planners on preventative maintenance schedules and activities.- Work with the Mining Coordinator, Dispatch team, Data Analysts and Vendor Support teams to ensure high precision accuracy is maintained and calibrated on equipment fitted with such.- Assist and coordinate various vendors with the installation and commissioning of Technology hardware equipment and associated software.- Maintain inventory control for all spares and consumables used for repairs, including repairable critical spares.- Liaise with Mining Coordinator and Dispatch to complete change management requirements for maintenance improvements, system upgrades and system installations.

What’s on offer:
- Career development opportunities to pursue your passion- Five weeks annual leave- Shift allowance.- Benefits allowance- Performance related bonus (variable)- 16 weeks paid parental leave scheme- Paid annual volunteer hours- Social and diversity focused engagement opportunities

What you can bring to the role:
- Strong proficiency in LTE, RF, and network technologies.- Experience with fleet management systems.- Prior experience with on-board vehicle/operator safety systems.- Demonstrated problem-solving and analytical skills.- Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet critical deadlines.- Excellent communication skills and a commitment to professional growth.

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About the Location

Huntly is one of our two bauxite mines in Western Australia. Established in 1976 and located east of North Dandalup in WA, it is the world’s second largest bauxite mine, supplying ore to Alcoa’s Pinjarra alumina refinery. Bauxite ore from Alcoa’s Huntly and Willowdale mines helps to produce almost half of Australia’s alumina and approximately 19 per cent of Australia’s aluminium. Our workplace is an inclusive and respectful environment, where we embrace change, new ideas and equal opportunity to succeed.

We are values led, vision driven and united by our purpose of transforming raw potential into real progress. Our commitments to Inclusion, Diversity & Equity include providing trusting workplaces that are safe, respectful and inclusive of all individuals, free from discrimination, bullying and harassment and that our workplaces reflect the diversity of the communities in which we operate.

This is a place where you are empowered to do your best work, be your authentic self, and feel a true sense of belonging. Come join us and shape your career

Your work. Your world. Shape them for the better.