Network and Communications Engineer

• Be part of a global mining organization with a strong focus on safety
• Key role in a diverse and global Information Systems and Technology (IS&T) team
• Opportunity to introduce and implement continuous improvement initiatives
• Fly-in/Fly-out role, located the Diavik Diamond Mine

About the role

Finding better ways to provide the materials the world needs.

We are looking for a Network & Communications Engineer responsible for providing ongoing operations and maintenance support for a stable network and communications infrastructure which allows the transmission of information (data and voice) across the business in support of safety and production systems for both surface and underground.

We are an open, connected international team of technical specialists using some of the most exciting data and tools on the planet. We are the world leader in automation and smart mining.

We have technical development programmes that are industry-leading and recognise the unique nature of your role. These provide opportunities to grow your career through a dedicated technical path while being rewarded for your unique skills.

Reporting to the Superintendent IST Operations and Project Support, this role is integral in the complex support, safe and efficient delivery of Networks and Site Communications plans. Located at the Lac de Gras Mine site, you will be working on a two weeks on / two weeks off rotation. Working collaboratively with all operational and functional departments, you will be responsible for:

• Delivering service & support to the ongoing operations at Diavik, consisting of but not limited to Cisco switches, routers, WLC’s, Call Managers, Firewalls
• Managing and supporting all computer, storage and backup infrastructure consisting of both physical and virtual servers
• Facilitating the access to the data / tools
• Suggest, prioritize, and identify improvements around support of operational environments
• Train the team members, when necessary
• Managing, supporting, and maintaining new and existing communication infrastructure, fiber, leaky feeder, ethernet, wireless, ULF (ultra low frequency) and RF (Radio Frequency) technologies
• Optimizing and supporting radio trunking systems, that includes RF over fiber technology.
• Installing, managing, and supporting equipment UPS’s
• Executing all field operations in a safe manner

What you’ll bring

• A commitment to the safety of yourself and your team
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in network and systems administration in a medium-to-large complex site
• Advance knowledge in Enterprise based Cisco Networking technologies; Routing & Switching, Wireless, CUCM and Security
• Advance knowledge in VMware vSphere, Dell Hosting and Dell/Netapp Storage technologies, and support
• Advance knowledge in Industrial Cisco wireless environments
• Highly skilled in troubleshooting and following through complex issues
• Highly effective organizational, time management and analytical skills
• Solid knowledge in change and release practices for infrastructure delivery and support
• Proven ability to build and maintain relationships with key suppliers and key internal stakeholders

Northern residency and experience working in a cross-cultural environment, coupled with knowledge of the unique challenges and opportunities presented to those living in the North, are assets. Hiring priority will be given to qualified applicants who are beneficiaries of the DDMI Participation Agreement Groups and to qualified applicants residing in the Northwest Territories and Nunavut Territories. Members must clearly identify their status on the online job application and resume if they wish to receive priority consideration.

What we offer

Be recognized for your contribution, your thinking and your hard work, and go home knowing you’ve helped the world progress.

• A work environment where safety is always the number one priority
• Career development to further your technical or leadership ambitions
• A competitive compensation
• Ongoing access to family-friendly health and medical programs, pension and savings plans
• Attractive share ownership plan
• Leave for all of life’s reasons (vacation/annual, paid parental, sick leave)

About Rio Tinto

Every idea, every innovation, every little thing the world calls ‘progress’ begins with
a first step, and someone willing to take it: explorers, inventors, entrepreneurs. Pioneers.

For nearly 150 years, Rio Tinto has been a company of pioneers – generations of people spanning the globe, all with the grit and vision to produce materials essential to human progress.

Our iron ore has shaped skylines from Shanghai to Sydney. Our aluminium – the world’s first to be certified “responsible” – helps planes fly and makes cars lighter. Our copper helps wind turbines power cities and our boron helps feed the world, and explore the universe.
Our diamonds help us celebrate the best parts of life.

Where you’ll be working

Located in the Northwest Territories of Canada, the Diavik Diamond Mine is a producer of gem-quality diamonds. At Diavik, a strong focus is placed on protecting the local environment, as well as supporting communities through employment and education.

Working at Rio Tinto also means choosing to be part of a company designated as one of Canada's Top 100 Employers in 2023 for a 4th consecutive year. For more information, click here: https://www.linkedin.com/feed/update/urn:li:activity:6999447814468497408

Every Voice Matters

At Rio Tinto, we particularly welcome and encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples, women, the LGBTQIA2 community, mature workers, people with disabilities and people from different cultural backgrounds.

We are committed to an inclusive environment where people feel comfortable to be themselves. We want our people to feel that all voices are heard, all cultures respected and that a variety of perspectives are not only welcome – they are essential to our success. We treat each other fairly and with dignity regardless of race, gender, nationality, ethnic origin, religion, age, sexual orientation or anything else that makes us different.

Applications close on February 24th, 2023

(Rio Tinto reserves the right to remove advertised roles prior to this date)