Yancoal
Operational Technology - Field Systems (Hardware) Technician
🇦🇺New South Wales, Australia29 days ago
MidFull TimeEN
As the Field Systems (Hardware) Technician, you are responsible for delivering high-quality Operational Technology outcomes across the mining fleet and associated communications infrastructure.
Welcome to Yancoal Australia. For 20 years, we have been supporting the prosperity of Australia. We value the contributions of our employees, contractors and embrace close relationships with our local communities, customers and suppliers.
With over 4,500 people working across our operations, our team is made up of experts in their field. From engineers to operators, to environmentalists, surveyors, tradespeople, accountants, administrators, marketers and beyond – we are proud of our people and everything we achieve together.
Owned and Operated by Yancoal Australia, Mount Thorley Warkworth (MTW) is an open cut mine that provides the opportunity to live and work locally. Located 15 kilometres south-west of Singleton in the beautiful Hunter Valley region of New South Wales, MTW relies on both dragline and load haul systems for their continuous operations. The MTW Mine is the largest open cut operation in the region, employing approximately 1,450 people who reside in the local and surrounding communities.
Reporting to the Maintenance Supervisor - Field Systems, you will be part of a collaborative and engaged team that values safety, performance, and continuous improvement.
This role requires strong engagement with both operations and maintenance to ensure the reliability and availability of Operational Technology systems. Whilst the role is predominantly hands-on, the successful candidate will be required to remotely diagnose equipment using a range of specialised software applications whilst working the rotating 4/5 lifestyle roster, 42 hours Monday to Sunday.
The role will also require you to:
• Setup, maintain and develop operational technologies such as LTE, Modular, CAT Mine Star, CCTV, Digital Radio, Network Access Point Servers, TCP/IP Networking, PTP and PMP Microwave Radio Links and associated communications infrastructure.
• Support continuous improvement and project initiatives delivered by the Field Systems team.
• Contribute to the ongoing improvement of Operational Technology Systems and processes including guidelines, procedures, templates and tools.
• Ensure all work is completed safely, efficiently and to a high standard.
The successful candidates will display the Yancoal – ‘Our Way’ behaviours in everyday practice and foster a ‘One Team’ culture along with promoting the Yancoal values of People, Safety, Innovation, Integrity and Excellence.
To be successful in the role you will also display the following skills and attributes:
• A tertiary qualification in Electronics or a related discipline.
• Experience in a similar field-based hardware role, ideally within large-scale mining operations.
• Exposure to Operational Technology systems and/or telecommunications environments.
• Experience working with LTE and Wi-Fi communication networks.
• Experience with fibre optic systems (desirable).
• Strong computer literacy, including proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, PDF).
• Well-developed problem solving and analytical skills.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to build effective workplace relationships.
• The ability to work autonomously as well as collaboratively within a large team.
• A proven commitment to safe work practices and high-quality outcomes.
Yancoal provides a range of benefits to appeal to the diverse needs of our employees. The following benefits are available to eligible employees:
Yancoal Australia values diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from people with diverse backgrounds including First Nations people, people with disability, people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, and people that identify as LGBTQIA+.
If this sounds like the opportunity you've been looking for, apply today and take the first step toward an exciting new journey with us!
Applications close Tuesday 5 May 2026
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
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