Senior Automation Specialist

The Role

SRG Global is seeking a Senior Automation Specialist to join our Mining Services Division, SRG Global (Mining) Australia Pty Ltd. This full-time position will be FIFO on a 4:3 roster.

This is an exciting opportunity for the onsite technical implementation, installation, configuration, commissioning, testing, fault diagnosis, and optimisation of autonomous production drilling systems.

Reporting to the Manager of Engineering & Digital Automation, you will work closely with site leadership, operational teams, clients, OEMs and internal engineering specialists to successfully integrate autonomous drilling into day-to-day mining activities.

This is a technically focused automation specialist role combining hands-on work across integrated electronic, mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic and communications systems with project coordination, operational readiness and continuous improvement responsibilities.

 Key Responsibilities:

• Install, configure, commission, test and validate autonomous drilling systems and supporting technology across the drill fleet, including drill-mounted automation hardware, electronic control systems, operator stations, servers, high-precision GPS, field devices and communications infrastructure.
• Within applicable competencies and site authorisations, diagnose, modify, maintain and repair complex automation and control systems that combine electrical, electronic, mechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic principles.
• Configure and optimise automation software, control-system parameters, interfaces and network connections.
• Monitor system condition and performance, complete root-cause analysis, implement reliability improvements and provide technical guidance and training to operators, maintainers and other personnel interacting with autonomous drilling systems.
• Coordinate maintenance activities to maximise equipment availability while minimising operational disruption.
• Plan and coordinate preventive and corrective maintenance activities to maximise automation system availability while minimising operational disruption.

The successful applicant will ideally have:

• Demonstrated hands-on experience installing, commissioning, configuring, testing, maintaining and fault-finding integrated automation and control systems.
• Experience diagnosing faults across systems that combine electrical, electronic, mechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic principles.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings, schematics, system documentation, alarms and fault information and convert findings into safe, practical corrective actions.
• Extensive experience within surface mining operations, with a strong background in drilling and blasting.
• Proven ability to coordinate operational activities and work collaboratively with multiple stakeholders in a dynamic mining environment.
• Strong commitment to safety leadership, operational excellence and continuous improvement.
• Excellent communication, planning and organisational skills.
• Section 26 (S26) Statutory Supervisor qualification, or the ability to obtain.
• Trade qualification at Certificate III level or equivalent in mechanical fitting, electrical, electronic instrumentation or a related field, supported by practical experience with complex automation and control systems.

About Us:

SRG Global is a diversified industrial services company. We bring an engineering mindset to deliver critical services for major industry through our asset maintenance, mining services, engineering, and construction businesses to solve complex problems across the entire asset lifecycle.

We Offer:

• Mobile + Laptop
• Competitive salary package commensurate with experience.
• Corporate discounts for travel and health insurance.
• Novated leases.
• Professional development opportunities to enhance your skills and knowledge.
• A collaborative and inclusive work environment.

SRG Global fully support and promote organic growth within our organisation. This is an opportunity to gain further experience and career progression. 

SRG Global are dedicated to achieving a diverse workforce and strongly encourage applications from women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders.

Apply Now:

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