Mine Communications & Support
Optec provides ongoing mine automation and communications services to a leading global gold mining operator’s Tanami operations. Working with the operator’s Mine Technology Supervisors, Optec delivers embedded onsite expertise supporting system reliability, integration, and the performance of autonomous and semi-autonomous fleet technologies.
Roles Placed
Communications Technicians
The Challenge
The operator required skilled technicians to maintain complex communications networks across radio, fibre, IP, and telemetry systems. Supporting MineStar and multi-vendor technologies demanded strong diagnostics, safe work execution, and close collaboration with Mining, Maintenance, and Facilities teams.
Our Solution
Optec strengthened network performance and operational reliability through:
Higher uptime across radio, fibre, IP, and telemetry networks
Faster diagnostics and reduced downtime for MineStar systems
Improved communications performance across all mine areas
Better integration between technology, operations, and maintenance
The Outcome
Optec deployed experienced Communications Technicians to manage installation, maintenance, and technical support across the operation. Key activities included:
Installing and maintaining comms infrastructure supporting MineStar
Servicing VHF/UHF, leaky feeder, fibre, and MST PEd networks
Configuring IP networks, CCTV, and data radios
Supporting MineStar proximity components and related interfaces
Long-Term Value
The engagement provides dependable communications capability essential for MineStar, proximity systems, and fleet automation. Optec enables safer, more efficient operations through reliable network performance and consistent technical support.
