Trainee Operator Maintainer

Be part of high performing team with a great team culture
- Complete a traineeship learning on the job and through formalised training
- Integrity underpins our decisions and actions

**The world’s biggest challenge needs you, here.**

Big challenges require big solutions. And the transition to a net-zero world is about as big as it gets. Working at Shell Energy - one of Australia’s leading energy retailers - puts you at the heart of that endeavour.

**Lead the change, from the frontline**

This is a fantastic two year opportunity for a
**qualified fitter, mechanical or electrical** to join our onsite generation team based at our
**Oakey PowerStation** as a
**Trainee Operator Maintainer.** The Trainee Operator Maintainer is responsible for achieving safe and efficient day-to-day operations and maintenance of the Oakey power station and other associated equipment while undergoing a traineeship learning on the job and through formalised training. You will be responsible for carrying out tasks with the guidance of other Oakey site team members.

With respect, integrity and honesty, you will:

- Support the power station staff in the coordination of daily operations;
- Operation of 2 x Siemens SGT5-2000E open cycle gas turbines generating units to meet Planned Operations schedule;
- Completion of routine plant inspections, rounds and readings on gas turbines and auxiliary plant;
- Monitoring gas pipeline receiving stations systems and respond to faults;
- Report on and investigate all operating anomalies, faults and plant availability issues;
- Navigate and interpret information displayed on the Siemens T3000 control system including logic diagrams;
- Respond to alarms generated from the power station;
- Operate a wide range of auxiliary equipment including fuel gas yard, process water systems and emergency generators;
- Complete operations logs and reports as necessary; and
- Perform operations required for maintenance activities or customer demand.

Here’s what you’ll need to thrive in this role:

- Possess a relevant **Mechanical or Electrical trade qualification**.
- Ability to work both independently and with other team members with mínimal supervision;
- Demonstrated skills in prioritising of work to agreed deadlines;
- Ability to read documents, drawings and procedures;
- Ability to work effectively in a small team environment with a ‘Can-do’ attitude;
- High level of interpersonal, oral and written communication skills; and
- Be proactive, display initiative and contribute to continuous improvement & a continuous learning environment;
- Knowledge of maintenance management systems;
- Power Generation experience an advantage;
- Gas Turbine operations and maintenance an advantage;
- Knowledge of HMI and SCADA control systems;
- Knowledge of safe work systems including Permit to Work;
- Hazardous area qualifications or experience an advantage;
- Ability to compile information, data to generate reports for operational and compliance requirements.

**Why join our team**

Every day, our people bring deep expertise, true innovation and investment to help our customers - and the world - reduce their environmental footprint. You can be part of that change.

Here are the top reasons why our people choose us:

- **Purpose **that you can see. As a Trainee Operator Maintainer, you’ll have the best shot at energising a better future.
- **Work **that’s interesting, innovative and high impact. We hope you’ll love the challenge and opportunity to achieve - for our customers and for you.
- **People **who bring the expertise and drive to succeed. Our Oakey PowerStation team is respectful, inclusive, and supports connection and collaboration.

We think you’ll love it here too. Some of our benefits include:

- Competitive remuneration packages, including an attractive incentivised bonus program.
- Generous paid parental leave options that give team members more time to enjoy what matters most.
- Flexible working arrangements, with modern workplaces and technologies that support new, hybrid ways of working.
- An Employee Assistance Program for you and your family when you need it.

Visit our careers site to find out more.

Read the stories of our incredible people.

**Join us. Together, we can make the difference count.**
- Shell Energy is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values the diversity of its people. We do not discriminate on the basis of gender, race, religion, colour, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status or disability._