Reliability Engineer

4 weeks ago


Central Creek, Australia Whitsunday Regional Council Full time

About The Role
Are you ready to take control of your career? We're currently seeking an experienced Maintenance Reliability Engineer to step into a leadership role supporting CHPP operations at a major mining site in the Bowen Basin.

This is a key leadership position focused on building a culture of continuous improvement across the maintenance team while driving safe, reliable, and efficient plant operations. You'll oversee maintenance crews, supervisors, and planners to ensure the effective delivery of CHPP maintenance and production outcomes.

This role is ideal for candidates based in or near Emerald, Blackwater, Rockhampton, Mackay, or elsewhere in the Bowen Basin region.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide direction, coaching, and leadership to supervisors and the maintenance crew.
  • Develop and maintain a culture of continuous improvement in maintenance performance.
  • Support the development and management of the CHPP maintenance budget.
  • Oversee and improve systems for safe and efficient CHPP operation.
  • Collaborate with production and planning teams to coordinate maintenance activities.
  • Conduct inspections in accordance with the Mine Inspection Plan.
  • Ensure strict adherence to site health, safety, and environmental standards.

Benefits

  • Hourly rate + superannuation, depending on experience and skill set, paid weekly.
  • Contract opportunity with the potential for extension.
  • Senior leadership role with autonomy and strategic input.
  • Be part of a strong and supportive maintenance culture.
  • MSS Employee Assistance Program.
  • Staff uniforms provided.

About You
To be successful in this role, you will need:

  • Proven experience in a Reliability or senior maintenance leadership role, ideally within CHPP or fixed plant.
  • Demonstrated ability to lead and coach multidisciplinary teams.
  • Budget management and continuous improvement experience.
  • Strong knowledge of site-based safety systems and legislative compliance.
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
  • Australian Working Rights.
  • Located within commuting distance to site, or based in the Bowen Basin region.

About Us
Maintenance Systems Solutions Pty Ltd is a privately owned Australian company with offices throughout Australia and internationally. MSS provides technical specialists, industry experts, and senior consultants to support maintenance systems, business processes, and operational environments requiring specialised skill sets.

If you're ready to apply your skills in a dynamic and high-performing team, click the 'APPLY NOW' button below.

MSS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We promote diversity in the workplace and encourage females, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples, those identifying as LGBTIQ+, people of all ages, and culturally diverse backgrounds to apply for this role.

About Our Recruitment Process
Once you apply, our team will review your application. If you're a potential match, you'll receive an email within 24 hours to gather more information. Once that's completed, we'll aim to contact you within 72 hours for a chat with one of our recruiters. All applicants will be notified of the outcome of their application.

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