Dewatering Technician
Core
Operating and maintaining dewatering infrastructure to support mining operations.
Role type
Field technician (dewatering/polywelding)
Builds
Dewatering systems for open-pit mining sites
Domain
Mining / Water management
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
dewatering experience, polywelding experience, mechanical aptitude, pump operation, pipeline maintenance, troubleshooting, preventative maintenance, relocation of equipment, safety compliance
Preferred skills
open-pit mining environment experience
Technologies
pumps, pipelines, hoses
Responsibilities
Installing, operating and maintaining dewatering pumps, pipelines and associated infrastructure; Monitoring water levels, flow rates and pumping performance; Conducting inspections, preventative maintenance and basic repairs; Identifying and troubleshooting pump, pipework and water management issues; Relocating pumps, hoses and pipelines as mining operations progress; Ensuring all activities comply with site safety and environmental standards