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Technician - Hcd

Posted on March 10, 2025

  • Full Time

Technician - Hcd

Date: 10 Mar 2025

Location: Macraes, OTA, NZ, 9483

Company: Orica

About Orica

At Orica, it’s the power of our people that leads change and shapes our futures. Every day, all around the world, our people help mobilise vital resources essential to progress. Established in 1874, we have grown to become the world leader in mining and civil blasting with a diverse of team of more than 13,000 across the world.

It’s an exciting time to join us – we are shaping the future of mining through digital and automated technologies, embracing new ways of thinking, pioneering innovation and reimagining the way we work.
About the role

We are absolutely delighted to announce that we have a new opportunity for a Field Maintenance Fitter - Underground Mining to join our South Island Mining Services Team in Macrae’s Mine.

The role will operate on an 7/7 roster and reporting to the Orica Supervisor, the Field Maintenance Fitter will provide breakdown technical support and field support maintenance for all of Orica’s mobile plant at the Macraes’ Mine site. This role will provide first level on-site support to operator level roles for a single customer operated Hypercharge™Drive delivery system, also work with HcD technician on more complex problem solving, training and maintenance requirements. Additionally, this role also fulfils Orica’s duties and ensure’ s HCD maintenance is completed to the agreed service level.

At Orica we encourage genuine career development amongst our people and can guarantee training and resources for our Field Maintenance Fitter if they wish to expand their careers into supervisory and management positions.
What you will be doing

  • Assisting Orica sites with schedule servicing, repairs, breakdown support and general servicing of all mobile and fixed plant and machinery;
  • Assist the Territory and Site Managers to manage a maintenance plan for the equipment at their site(s);
  • Continually reassess risks associated with regional operation and maintenance processes taking appropriate corrective action as required;
  • Providing field support for clients by performing training, reviews and maintenance support on site.
  • Undertake Explosives Magazine Keeper responsibilities including inventory Management;
  • Material handling and transferring including the management of ANE emulsion and storage.
What you will bring

  • Trade certification in Automotive/Heavy Vehicle Mechanic/Diesel Fitter or equivalent;
  • Auto electrical and CAN-BUS systems knowledge is advantageous;
  • Hydraulic systems knowledge is advantageous;
  • Previous experience working on heavy vehicles such as mining equipment (advantageous);
  • Ability to obtain a Controlled Substance License (CSL);
  • Strong written and verbal communication, customer relation and problem-solving skills;
  • Driver’s license required, Heavy rigid (HR) vehicle license (advantageous);
  • Self-Motivated worker who can manage their own hours and workload with a strong attitude to safety and quality of service;
  • Industry experience with Mining and Blasting is advantageous.
What we offer

As part of a truly global company, you will have the ability to grow and learn in a diverse, collaborative culture. We foster relationships and learning through connected global and local teams, promote flexible and diverse career paths and support the development of your knowledge and skills.

You will be paid a competitive salary, learn from talented individuals across multiple disciplines and be able to thrive in a safe workplace within a collaborative culture. Ignite your career at a place where your distinct potential can find its home.
We respect and value all

Orica promotes and fosters a culture of inclusion and Equal Opportunity Employment everywhere we operate. We treat our people and applicants with fairness, dignity, and respect, getting the best of everyone’s contributions.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, nationality, age, military or veteran, marital or disability status.


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