Mechanical Planner Technician

BlueScope is an Australian-born global success story spanning 15 countries. Our team of over 16,500 people is our strength and we want our people to be safe, successful and well. We’re leaders and innovators in transforming steel into smart products and solutions that support society, today and in the future. We’re proud of brands, like COLORBOND ® steel that inspire and protect everything from hospitals to bridges and stadiums.

**The Opportunity**

Our Port Kembla Manufacturing facility is looking for a **Mechanical Planner Technician** in our **Bulk Berth Maintenance** Team based in **Port Kembla**. As a part of the broader Australian Steel Products portfolio, we have six major manufacturing sites at Port Kembla that deliver a variety of products, innovative solutions and services to our export and domestic customers.

Located right on the waterfront at BlueScope’s bulk berth, this role offers the perfect combination of stunning views and an ergonomic office environment.

This is a hands-on and dynamic position in a critical area of the business. With our shipping schedule driving daily operations, agility in planning and responsiveness is key. You'll play a vital role in ensuring the reliability and longevity of our bulk materials handling equipment by planning maintenance activities, inspecting assets, and contributing to the development of maintenance strategies that support safe and efficient operation of our plant.

**What Will You Do?**

You’ll provide technical guidance and drive the continuous improvement of the performance and reliability of our equipment, including:

- monitoring and reporting the condition of assets.
- undertaking inspection and maintenance tasks such as - isolation of equipment, inspecting quality critical equipment, root cause analysis, completing audits, fault finding / diagnostics and fixing any non-conformances.
- scheduling and providing detailed planning of maintenance work.
- capturing maintenance history and contributing to the continuous improvement of asset strategies.
- provide supervision to internal and external stakeholders.

**More About You**

As an enthusiastic and self-motivated individual, you quickly adapt and have an eagerness to learn. With your technical skills and experience in maintenance of equipment in continuous production facilities, you will also bring:

- experience in planning and scheduling inspections and maintenance of site equipment.
- experience in determining root cause through investigation processes and tools to recommend informed corrective measures.
- highly developed communication and influencing skills - building constructive and effective relationships.
- knowledge of the MS Office suite, and SAP will be highly regarded but not essential.
- a good head for heights, as you’ll be working on cranes and ship unloaders up to 50 metres high.

**Why BlueScope**

As we’re **creating strength** for the future through our people, products and solutions, BlueScope gives you opportunities to innovate, learn and grow with the business, supported by inclusive leadership and a positive, passionate team. At BlueScope, you’ll:

- **Learn and develop as you grow.** With opportunities to build skills specific to your role and aspirations, our lifelong learning culture will support your future career pathways.
- **Create innovative solutions.** Seek better, smarter ways to solve problems, create sustainable solutions and make things happen.
- **Experience connection and care**. Experience a positive, inclusive work environment where we look out for each other’s safety and wellbeing.
- **Deliver work that matters.**Every action you take matters in delivering for our customers and strengthening communities for the future. We value what you do.

At BlueScope, we offer work-life flexibility through our B-flex program. We’re committed to fostering an inclusive environment where every employee feels respected and valued to be their authentic selves, and welcome people of all backgrounds, skills, experiences and perspectives. We encourage Women and First Nations people to apply. We’re passionate about driving sustainability outcomes that matter to our communities, including action on climate and our 2050 net zero goal.

Bring your energy and make your mark, as, together, we drive Our Purpose**:“We create and inspire smart solutions in steel, to strengthen communities for the future.”**

Join us, **creating strength** for the future.
- Applications close Tuesday 17th June 2025._