Communications Specialist
Our Opportunity
Work Location: Iron Bridge. Fortescue’s Iron Bridge project is located on the traditional lands of the Nyamal people.
Roster: 8D/6R ex Perth
Reporting to the Mine systems supervisor, Mine Systems Operational Technology. The role will be responsible for ongoing operational health and maintenance of the Fortescue Operational network and RF communications infrastructure across the site in support of the Mining team.
You will monitor all systems of responsibility within the scope of the Mine Systems Operational Technology Team on site and therefore require an understanding of wireless communication networking to design/ optimise sites for capacity and coverage; radio microwave communication networks; as well as Tetra network architecture and user terminal configuration.
Key Responsibilities
- Monitor all network and communication system performance and integrity of the communication infrastructure actively seeking opportunities for continuous improvement. Analyse equipment failures trends and recommend replacement equipment and components.
- Provide technical advice and support to other teams and departments on communication equipment used within the Western Hub. Provide support to onboard maintenance teams in relation to onboard communication hardware faults.
- Monitor signal strengths of wireless communications used throughout the Active mining areas. Conduct PM inspections of the trailer and tower infrastructure used for communications throughout the Active mining areas. Relocation of communication trailers as required to ensure radio coverage across all mining areas.
- Respond to and complete incidents and requests logged through ServiceNow application. Maintain the integrity of fleet map including Tetra database utilised for the Tetra Digital two-way system.
- Support project work as required which is defined by onsite project communication supervisors.
- Provide On-Call support for network and communications problem resolution and remediation. Provide feedback on resolution of faults and status of systems.
- Technical input in assisting with system planning for Mine communication infrastructure. Provide technical advice and support to other teams and departments on communications equipment in use at Western hub.
Qualifications and Experience
- At least 5 years working in an electronics/communication role.
- Experience working with Cisco wireless networks.
- Fleet management systems experience.
- MineStar Autonomous Haul System.
- Tetra digital two-way radio systems.
- Cambium radio network experience highly desirable.
About Us
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Our Commitment
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