Maintainer Operator

We are now looking for an experienced Maintainer Operator to join our team onsite at Bulwer Island (Pinkenba).

**About the role**:
Reporting to the Production Manager, this position exists to take a lead role as a maintainer and operator of ball mills, slag drier, dispatch and wharf operations, including the ship unloader, and perform the preventative maintenance as required to ensure the reliable and safe operation of the mentioned equipment.
- Ensuring the Bulwer Island operations meet Cement Australia’s SHEQ policies and guidelines
- Carry out reactive and preventative maintenance activities such as PMR inspections, electrical
- Troubleshooting, v-belt replacement, conveyor tracking, bucket elevator tracking, dust collector fault finding, conveyor belt gearbox replacement, assist with conveyor belt replacement, conveyor belt drum bearing replacement and supervision of contractors as required
- Safely and efficiently operate the following site equipment: ship unloader and loader, ball mills and auxiliary equipment, slag dryer, raw material unloading/reclaiming system, finished product despatch system, yellow machines, and drymix bagging plant
- Manage production and maintenance contractors as required. This may include issuing Permits for Work as well as review/signoff of Risk Assessments
- Using SAP to raise notifications and work orders for planned and unplanned maintenance works
- Assist with shutdown and general maintenance planning
- Raise purchase requisitions for equipment repairs and parts required for repair
- QC testing of all products produced on site to ensure quality targets are made

**About you**:

- Trade qualified (Mechanical or Electrical)
- EWP Licence
- Confined Space, Working at Heights tickets
- LVR Training (advantageous)
- Prior knowledge and/or exposure to operating or troubleshooting Programmable Control Systems (including the understanding of trends to assist with fault finding and operation of plant/equipment)
- Bobcat and Loader experience (advantageous)
- Good communication and interpersonal skills
- Positive approach towards continuous improvement and upgrades
- Fault finding and problem solving skills
- Familiar with the use of small hand and power tools

**Why work for Cement Australia?**
- Work in a safety first environment
- Full uniforms and PPE supplied.
- Rotating roster, allowing a good work/life balance
- Overtime opportunities available
- Full training provided with opportunities to grow current skills and experience

**About us**:
An icon of the Australian cement industry, Cement Australia is the nation’s leading supplier of cementitious products and services. Whilst cement is in the name, the business portfolio is diverse, comprising a series of heavy industrial manufacturing operations, coal and limestone mines, bulk distribution transport fleet, rail and shipping interactions and hazardous waste treatment and alternative fuel production (Geocycle).

As an organisation, we offer our employees work-life balance, a close-knit and collaborative team whilst providing you with the tools and opportunity to make your mark. Our vision is to create a safe, healthy, productive and sustainable business and we are looking for like-minded professionals who align with our company values.

**Additional information**:
As part of the recruitment process you will be required to complete a pre-employment medical and a background check. Cement Australia is an Equal Opportunity employer and open to residents of Australia with valid working rights.

Cement Australia requests all new employees be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, or have an approved medical exemption. As part of the recruitment process, you will be asked to provide evidence of your status.

**Build your dream career and lifestyle with Australia’s largest and most respected cement manufacturer and innovator.