Mechanical Engineer

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• Great on-site culture and attractive pay rates
• Perfect central regional location in Australia, close to Melbourne and Sydney
• Outstanding rotating roster for work-life balance

Are you looking for a tree change? Discover Tumut, a scenic town in the Snowy Mountains region of New South Wales, where adventure and relaxation meet. Whether you enjoy hiking, fishing, snowboarding, or simply exploring beautiful landscapes, it's easy for this welcoming town to feel like home.

Our world-class pulp and paper mill in Tumut produces high-quality kraft paper for domestic and international markets. As one of the world's most sustainable kraft paper mills, you'll work with best-in-class technology, surrounded by a friendly community and an easy commute to work. For the right candidate, we offer relocation and visa sponsorship support (based on eligibility criteria). Make the Snowy Mountains your new home and join us in creating a better world, together.

We are seeking a skilled Mechanical Engineer to join our team in the paper manufacturing industry. The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining and optimizing machinery, improving production efficiency, and ensuring smooth operations in our manufacturing facility.

What you'll do

• Maintain, troubleshoot, and repair mechanical systems in the paper manufacturing process.
• Conduct routine inspections to prevent breakdowns and improve equipment reliability.
• Design and implement mechanical improvements to enhance production efficiency.
• Work closely with the maintenance and production teams to minimize downtime.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Assist in equipment installation, modifications, and upgrades.
• Analyze machine performance data and recommend process optimizations.

What You Will Bring

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering
• Minimum of 8 years' experience in paper manufacturing or a similar industrial setting is highly desirable
• Strong knowledge and training in mechanical systems, hydraulics, and pneumatics is ESSENTIAL
• Ability to interpret technical drawings and schematics - AutoCAD
• Hands-on experience with preventive maintenance programs
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work under pressure
• Excellent teamwork and communication skills

What you'll love when you join us

• Sustainability: Contribute to sustainability initiatives that make a difference.
• Supportive Environment: Be part of a team that values safety, respect, and collaboration.
• Career Growth: Opportunities for further training and career advancement within the company.

Ready to make a difference? Apply now and be a key player in shaping our future

• You will be required to meet Visy's employment criteria, which will include a criminal history check and pre-employment medical (including drug & alcohol testing).
• Visy is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion.

• Not Applicable

• Full-time

• Engineering, Manufacturing, and Production

• Industrial Machinery Manufacturing, Paper and Forest Product Manufacturing, and Packaging and Containers Manufacturing

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