Technician or Tradesworker
Job Description:
2025-05-14 - 2025-06-15
SUVO STRATEGIC MINERALS Ltd
Technicians and Trades Workers
Pittong, Victoria, 3360
Salary $73,150 - $ 85,000 p.a.
Full-Time
Company Overview:
SUVO STRATEGIC MINERALS is Australia's only hydrous kaolin producer, operating the Pittong Kaolin mine and processing plant located approximately 40 km west of Ballarat, Victoria. We are committed to sustainable innovation, transforming industrial waste and low-carbon resources into world-first, green cement solutions.
Job Overview:
We are seeking a skilled Technician or Tradesworker (NEC) to assist in supporting our kaolin mining operations at the Pittong site. This role will involve a range of duties focused on the operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of mining equipment and machinery to ensure safety, compliance, and optimal production. The position is suited to someone with a hands-on approach who enjoys solving technical problems in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
Key Responsibilities:
Operational Support:
- Assist with daily mining operations to achieve production targets while ensuring compliance with safety standards.
- Operate and monitor a variety of mining equipment, such as excavators, loaders, and haul trucks.
- Conduct routine inspections and assist with preventive maintenance of mining machinery to minimize downtime.
- Support the coordination between the mining and processing teams for seamless operations.
- Assist with planning and executing mining tasks, including drilling and excavation.
Safety & Compliance:
- Follow workplace health and safety procedures, ensuring adherence to relevant mining and environmental
- regulations.
- Conduct risk assessments, identify hazards, and recommend measures to address them.
- Respond to emergencies and assist in the management of incidents, including documentation and corrective actions.
- Assist in training mining crews in equipment usage, safety procedures, and environmental policies.
Technical & Maintenance Support:
- Assist in the selection, operation, and maintenance of mining machinery suitable for kaolin extraction.
- Help diagnose mechanical and electrical issues in mining machinery, and coordinate repairs with maintenance teams.
- Work with engineers and other technical staff to improve mining operations and contribute to sustainable practices.
- Maintain records of equipment performance, inspections, and operational data to support ongoing improvements.
Qualifications & Experience:
- Certificate III or IV in Mining Operations, Engineering, or related fields, or an equivalent qualification or at least three
- years of relevant experience.
- Experience in mining operations or similar heavy industry settings.
- Ability to operate various mining machinery, including loaders, drills, and haul trucks.
- Basic understanding of mining safety and environmental compliance standards.
- Familiarity with troubleshooting and maintaining mechanical and hydraulic systems in industrial equipment.
Skills & Attributes:
- Ability to work well in a team and contribute to meeting operational goals.
- Strong practical problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
- Good communication skills for reporting and teamwork.
- Comfortable working in physically demanding and high-pressure environments.
- A commitment to maintaining safety standards and environmental best practices.
Salary $73,150 - $ 85,000 p.a.