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Geotechnical Instrumentation Technician
Job no: 985892 Work type: Fixed Term - Full Time Location: Cadia Valley Operations
Newmont has recently acquired Newcrest Mining creating the world’s leading gold mining company.
With operations around the world, our workforce reflects the diversity of the communities where we operate. We aim to create an inclusive environment where everyone feels safe, valued, and supported to bring their whole unique self to work. We bring out the best in each other, inspiring performance and a shared belief that what we do matters.
Discover what’s possible with us
Newmont has a number of opportunities for experienced I Geotechnical Instrumentation Technician to deliver installations, maintenance and monitoring of geotechnical support and services to Tailings Construction and other Technical Services at Cadia Valley Operations.
This 12-month fixed term contract positions will be offered as a 12/9 roster, with FIFO / DIDO arrangements available.
Operations near and far
Cadia Valley Operations is located in Central Western New South Wales, approximately 25 kms outside the vibrant regional township of Orange and a convenient three hours from the capital city of Sydney. Residential employees reside in varied accommodation options in and around the district of Orange with the surrounding area’s occupied by wineries, stone fruit orchards, farming and national parks.
Employees have access to the area’s wide range of amenities, including a prominent health sector with a modern well-equipped regional hospital, excellent educational facilities, shopping, large selection of sport and recreation options, transport and other services such as childcare.
Who we’re looking for
As Geotechnical Instrumentation Technician , you will uphold the highest standards for Geotechnical monitoring and communication systems at Cadia Valley Operations (CVO), playing a vital role in the Cadia Integrated Tailings Instrumentation Project. Please note, this role will be offered as a 12- month fixed-term contract.
Key responsibilities include but not limited to:
In-field hands-on maintenance and monitoring of geotechnical instrumentation and monitoring systems based on planned Maintenance schedules.
Troubleshoot and address technical issues related to geotechnical instruments.
Perform regular maintenance and calibration to ensure the accuracy and reliability of data
Conduct the proper installation, calibration, and commissioning of geotechnical instruments and monitoring equipment (including instrument communications network and power supply).
Collect & collate data on instrument health and performance
Conduct geotechnical risk assessments and provide recommendations for risk mitigation measures to prevent slope instability, foundation settlement, and other geotechnical hazards
Collaborate with Instrumentation engineers and construction teams to ensure the integration of geotechnical instrumentation
Ensure that all geotechnical instrumentation activities adhere to safety standards and guidelines.
Identify and implement safety measures to protect personnel and equipment
Maintain clear, concise & comprehensive documentation for reporting of instrumentation installations, data collected, and analysis performed
Stay updated with the latest advancements in geotechnical instrumentation technology and monitoring techniques.
Suggest and implement improvements to enhance monitoring efficiency and effectiveness
You will also possess the following:
Previous experience instrumentation maintenance and commissioning of instrumentation monitoring systems (ideally mining specific, or similar high-risk environments considered)
Demonstrable ability to understand geotechnical instrumentation systems: inclinometers, piezometers, settlement gauges, strain gauges, synthetic aperture & Doppler radar, InSAR
Sound understanding of risk assessment processes and techniques
Current manual drivers licence (essential)
Our Commitment to You
Newmont is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Underpinned by our values of Safety, Sustainability, Integrity, Responsibility and Inclusion, our commitment is to respect the rights of every individual to work to their highest potential, free of discrimination, as well as the cultures, religions, and governing codes applicable to each country in which we operate.
If you share our values and feel that you could make a meaningful difference in this role, submit your application through our website before the advertised closing date.
At this stage, we are not accepting any external agency CVs for the opportunity.
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Advertised: 11 Sep 2024 Applications close: 25 Sep 2024
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