Job Description
Manager Network & Communications
  • Monday to Friday | West Perth
  • Performance, Retention and Profit Share Bonuses
  • Private health cover contribution for employees and immediate family
  • 18 Weeks paid Parental Leave for primary caregivers

 

About the role:

The Technology Operations team is currently seeking a Manager Network & Communications to join them on a Monday – Friday Roster based at our West Perth office. Reporting to the Head of Technology Operations and Infrastructure you will be leading a diverse team who are responsible for providing strategic direction, development, implementation, maintenance, and lifecycle management of  IT  and OT Network, Wifi, Private LTE, and Digital Radio for Hancock Iron Ore, encompassing both Corporate and Operations (Port, Mine, ROC & Rail).

 

This role entails leading a high-performing team of engineers, architects and specialists to develop, deliver, and maintain scalable, reliable, and fit-for-purpose technology infrastructure and communication services for Hancock Iron Ore. The Manager Network & Communications is expected to possess strong stakeholder engagement and leadership skills to guide and enable a multi-disciplinary team.


Duties:

  • Lead the safe, reliable and efficient operation of HIO’s IT and OT network and communications environments across mine, rail, port and corporate operations
  • Maintain end-to-end accountability for critical network services including corporate and site networks, OT networks, Wi-Fi, LTE and Tetra radio communications
  • Provide visible people leadership through coaching, capability development, performance management, succession planning and fostering a high-performing team culture
  • Ensure infrastructure is designed, operated and maintained to meet business, operational, safety and cyber security requirements
  • Oversee monitoring, incident response, recovery, continuity planning and support strategies to maximise service availability and resilience
  • Manage vendors, service providers and support partners to deliver strong service performance and alignment with operational priorities
  • Drive network and communications upgrades, lifecycle planning, standardisation and continuous improvement initiatives across IT and OT environments
  • Partner closely with Operations, Technology, Cyber Security and Projects teams to support business continuity, operational readiness and major technology initiatives

 

Skills and Experience:

  • Formal qualification in business, technology, engineering or a related discipline, or equivalent leadership experience in a relevant environment
  • Knowledge of enterprise IT networking, including LAN, WAN, routing, switching, wireless and network security
  • Senior Leadership experience of technology related teams in a large, complex organisation
  • Knowledge of cyber security controls relevant to network and communications infrastructure
 

________________________________________________________________________________________________

About Hancock Iron Ore

The world of iron ore is evolving, and so are we. Atlas Iron and Roy Hill have joined forces to become Hancock Iron Ore, building on our combined strengths of resilience and innovation.

Our portfolio of world-class iron ore operations located in West Australia’s Pilbara region has a strong history of delivering reliable products for our customers in key international markets. As one team under Hancock Iron Ore, we have four operating mines: Roy Hill, Miralga Creek, Sanjiv Ridge, and Mount Webber, with McPhee Creek under construction plus a range of exciting development opportunities.

We deliver more than 70 million tonnes of ore each year through our own two-berth port facility at Stanley Point and the multi-user Utah Point in Port Hedland, providing the materials needed to foster global economic growth and development. Leveraging established infrastructure, including our processing plant and 344km independently owned and operated heavy haul railway, our operation oversees each moment from when ore is mined through to when it is shipped.

Perth Remote Operations Facilities

You'll be joining us at our Remote Operations Centre (ROC) where you will benefit from:

  • Free on-site parking 
  • Modern spacious office with break-out facilities
  • In-house café providing variety of food options and barista coffee
  • Flexi Leave 
  • Flexible working hours outside of core business hours
  • Active social club with community events and activities for employees
  • Lifestyle, learning and recreation initiatives, including family events

Equal Opportunity

Hancock Iron Ore is an equal opportunity employer and encourages Indigenous Australians, Veteran personnel and women to apply. We promote cultural diversity, gender equality and non- discrimination. We are proud of our relationships with our Traditional Owners and value the difference these partnerships make to the success of the project and to the lives of the people on whose land we operate.

Application Information

To be eligible to apply for this role you must be legally permitted to work permanently in Australia.

This advertisement will close no later than the Posting End Date specified.  We may close the advertisement early should suitable candidate/s be identified, so encourage prompt applications.

Recruitment Agency submissions will not be considered.
Apply now
Posting End Date:  10/06/2026
Information at a Glance
Business Unit:  Technology
Job Location:  Perth Airport, West Perth
Posting End Date:  10/06/2026
Apply now

Please note that recruitment agencies are not invited to submit candidates for this position.