Field Technical Services Representative (Morris IL)

Orica•Morris, IL

50d

About The Position

The Mining Technical Services Rep supports customer Technical Services requirements including a strong emphasis on Product Stewardship, delivery of measurable value to customers and sustainable revenue to Orica.

Requirements

Performing mining engineering activities related to explosives, initiation systems, and their application in blasting solutions for Construction, Quarries, Open Pit and Underground Mines.
Mining/Explosives product sales experience, including experience with customers, blasters, engineering staff, and operations staff.
Identifying client needs and developing solutions based on operational abilities and budgetary requirements.
Familiarity and experience with computer-based data acquisition tools (eg Boretrak, laser profiling, 3G Photogrammetry) as well as basic computer skills such as file handling and the use of Microsoft Office programs.
Experience with drone mapping / photography
Bachelor's Degree in Geosciences or Engineering, or equivalent experience in explosives industry
Work Experience as a mining engineer, mining sales engineer, or related industry experience, including experience with the technical, business, and operations aspects of the mining or explosive industry.
Demonstrates courage, resilience and flexibility
Strong reputation for integrity, ethics, personal values and solid character
Strong stakeholder management, interpersonal & communication skills
Self-aware and open to feedback
Work effectively across business unit
High level decision making ability
Able to manage multiple tasks within deadlines and work independently

Responsibilities

Work closely with key potential clients to create opportunities for Orica with emphasis on differentiated products and service applications utilizing knowledge of Orica technology capabilities as well as broad knowledge of explosives and blasting applications in the, mining, quarry and construction industries, and provide ongoing technical support including implementation support
Provide technical support to research and development, marketing, technical service, and Safety, Health, Environmental and Security (SHES) functions.
Assist Business Teams in pre-bid evaluation of customers and potential for opportunities.
Train and develop Orica local business unit personnel and participate as a trainer at Orica Technical Training Courses as requested
Showcase Orica and client successes by co-authoring papers and presentations at professional meetings.
Promote concept of Electronic Blasting Systems (EBS) and technical solutions approach to the business and customers
Ensure Orica, industrial, and regulatory explosive handlers are well trained and aware of best practices.
Demonstrate SH&E leadership through regular contact with Orica SHES personnel and Federal regulatory personnel as needed.