Maintenance Specialist

We are seeking a Maintenance Specialist to join our team. This role will involve planning and scheduling maintenance activities for our production plant. The successful candidate will be responsible for taking strategy-based and corrective maintenance work from the approved stage through to the planned, resourced, and assigned stage.

• Develop and implement maintenance plans to ensure safe, quality, and cost-effective work execution.
• Manage notifications, work orders, time confirmation, and documentation for plant asset maintenance using SAP.
• Obtain quotes, raise requisitions for materials and services required for work execution.
• Organize and monitor parts, materials, and external contractor services to ensure availability for scheduled works.
• Prepare weekly job plans/work packages for routine maintenance tasks.
• Contribute to shutdown task lists for the Filter Plant, including significant input to the shutdown scheduling process.
• Collaborate with operations and reliability teams to identify and resolve issues impacting plant performance.
• Liaise with suppliers and stakeholders for repairs and services.
• Undertake task supervisor responsibilities.

• Relevant trade or engineering qualification.
• Previous experience in a maintenance role with trade qualifications preferred.
• Strong technical knowledge of plant equipment.
• Proven ability to supervise contractor tasks in a maintenance environment.
• Experience using SAP and Microsoft Project.
• Solid understanding of WHS regulations and the ability to minimize equipment downtime.
• High level of organizational skills.
• Strong communication skills and a proactive approach to safety and teamwork.

Our company offers a range of benefits to support the well-being and development of our employees. These include:

• Generous parental leave: 20 weeks paid primary carer leave and 3 weeks paid partner leave for those who have worked at the business for at least 12 months.
• Access to long service leave after 5 years: Employees who are not covered by an Enterprise Agreement can access accrued Long Service Leave (LSL) at the rate of 1.3 weeks per year of service after 5 years continuous service.
• Employee Benefits Program: Our Employee Benefits Program provides discounts for employees on gift cards, shopping, groceries, home products, car rentals, holidays, recreation, and more.
• Corporate rates for private health insurance: Nib Health Insurance offers discounted cover for employees.

Our company operates a mining and steel manufacturing business. We provide solutions for nation-building infrastructure including rail. With State and Federal Government investment, our Whyalla Mining and Steel Manufacturing assets form part of the sovereign security of Australia's manufacturing sector.

We offer more than just a job; we provide a dynamic environment built on three pillars that define our commitment to both our team and our industry.

• Work with a greater purpose: Join us in the pursuit of a sustainable future as we progress our ambition to become carbon-neutral. You will contribute to a legacy that not only helps to build our nation but sustains our environment for future generations.
• Work well - live better: We understand the importance of working in an environment which supports you to balance your personal and professional life. Experience a culture which values you as a whole person - where family extends to the workplace and your well-being matters.
• Build your own future: Step into a culture where every day is an opportunity to grow, and where driving your own development is not just encouraged; it's expected. You'll be empowered to take the wheel of your learning journey and uncover your potential.

We invite you to forge your career in a workplace where passion meets purpose, wellbeing is nurtured, and the opportunity to thrive is in your hands.

It is our ambition to cultivate an inclusive workplace that is as diverse as the communities we serve. We encourage candidates from all cultural backgrounds, genders, orientations, age groups, and abilities to apply. Your diversity is our strength in creating sustainable and innovative steel solutions for Australia's tomorrow.