Workplace Type: Onsite At Newmont, people create the value in the metals we mine and are ambassadors in the communities where they live and work. As a team, we foster an environment in support of our people vision, where everyone belongs, thrives and is valued. We have built a diverse and inclusive workplace where our people can bring their differences to support delivering results together. Newmont Tanami is on Aboriginal freehold land 540km northwest of Alice Springs. It is a long-life, low-cost, world-class asset in a core Newmont region. The Tanami Expansion 2 project, aims to extend the mine life beyond 2040, investing in a hoisting shaft which will increase the production of the underground mine from 2.6 Mtpa to 3.2 Mtpa. Both the successful exploration within the underground operation and implementation of the first Tanami Expansion has laid the foundation to further develop the operation to remain a major contributor to the Newmont portfolio. A fully equipped camp is located 40km from the site offering leisure facilities for those flying in from Perth, Brisbane, Alice Springs or Darwin.Join us and unearth your potential in a global company that is at the forefront of shaping the future of the mining industry. Your Impact Reporting to the Team Lead, Communications , you will play a critical role in maintaining and improving the communications infrastructure that supports Newmont Tanami's underground and surface operations.The Communication Technician will work closely with the Mining, Maintenance and Facilities teams, you will ensure communication systems remain reliable, available and fit for purpose, supporting safe and efficient production outcomes across site.This is an exciting opportunity to work with a broad range of communications technologies while contributing to the ongoing advancement of one of Australia's premier underground mining operations. As part of our team, you will • Install, maintain and troubleshoot underground and surface communications systems • Complete communications infrastructure maintenance and installation activities • Support commissioning and start-up of new communication technologies and equipment • Monitor system performance and resolve complex technical issues • Implement software, hardware and interface updates in line with site standards • Collaborate with supervisors, vendors and stakeholders to identify improvement opportunities • Provide technical guidance and mentoring to team members and contractors • Assist in developing and maintaining operational procedures and standards • Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives that enhance system reliability and performance Prerequisites for your success in this role • Trade qualification in Communications, Electronics or Electronic Systems • Open Cabler Registration with Structured, Optical Fibre and Coaxial endorsements • Experience installing, maintaining and fault-finding mining communications systems • Knowledge of VHF & UHF radio systems, Leaky Feeder networks and fibre optic communications • Experience with PED systems, cap lamps, CCTV and vehicle proximity systems highly regarded • Understanding of IP networking principles, planning and configuration • Ability to interpret and troubleshoot complex electrical drawings and schematics • Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities • Excellent planning, organisational and communication skills • Current Australian C Class Manual Driver's Licence • Working at Heights and EWP licences highly regarded • Current Australian driver’s licence • Mask fit ready Your Work Environment <ul><li style="font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">FIFO 8 days on site | 6 days off site</li><li style="font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Reside in our fully equipped accommodation village</li><li style="font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Approved point-of-hire locations: Darwin, Alice Springs, Perth and Brisbane</li></ul> What’s on Offer <ul><li style="font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Industry-competitive remuneration package</li><li style="font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Annual performance incentives</li><li style="font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">FIFO allowance</li><li style="font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Health & Wellbeing Allowance</li><li style="font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Access to employee benefits, career development and progression opportunities with a global organisation</li></ul> Join us and make a difference in creating a safer work environment for everyone. Apply now and be part of our dedicated team committed to health and safety excellence! Approved departure locations for the point of hire are Darwin, Alice Springs, Perth, and Brisbane. <div></div> We understand no candidate will meet every single desired qualification. If your experience looks a little different from what we’ve identified and you think you can bring value to the role, we’d love to learn more about you!Our business success comes from the accomplishments and well-being of our employees and contractors. Our goal is to build a workplace culture that allows every person to thrive, participate, grow, and proudly play an active role in achieving our strategy.Newmont is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to recruiting, hiring, placing and promoting the best individual for each position without regard to personal characteristics such as gender, race, nationality, ethnicity, social and indigenous origin, religion or belief, disability, age, sexual orientation, etc.We invite women and applicants with diverse backgrounds to apply, particularly First Nations persons of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island descent. Newmont acknowledges First Nations People and respects their enduring connection to Country from which their culture, spirituality, and identity flow. More About Newmont<ul><li>Website: <a href="http://www.newmont.com">http://www.newmont.com</a></li><li>Lifecycle of a Mine: https://www.newmont.com/lifecycle-of-a-mine/</li><li>Blog: https://www.newmont.com/blog-stories/</li><li>Annual sustainability report: https://www.newmont.com/sustainability/sustainability-reporting/</li></ul>Note: Newmont does not ask individuals to pay money to apply or be considered for employment or to provide sensitive personal data without first submitting a job application through our secure, online portal. If you are asked to do either, do not respond and please report this immediately to [email protected].

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