Mechanical Maintenance 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 Acacia Ridge facility is looking for a Mechanical Maintenance Technician in our Processing and Logistics team based in Acacia Ridge, Queensland. As a part of the broader Australian Steel Products portfolio, this fast-paced site operates a continuous production environment. In this busy site that handles over 500,000 tonnes of steel per year, you will have direct impact on the delivery performance of BlueScope Australian Steel Products.

In this business-critical role, you will be supporting the production team by ensuring equipment is maintained to the highest standard to meet our objectives for safety, quality, and reliability. You will be providing hands-on maintenance services to our production teams in a continuous manufacturing environment, so we can continue to make and deliver our world-class product to our valued customers.

**What’s in it for you?**

Working for an iconic Australian business with global operations, this great opportunity includes:

- a competitive remuneration package including participation in our profit share plan, opportunity for overtime and 14% superannuation
- working a rotating 12-hour shift roster (2 days/2 nights - 4 off), Monday to Sunday
- access to further career training and development opportunities in BlueScope
- we offer access to our Employee Assistance Provider, health and wellbeing programs, on-site car parking, and training and development.

**What Will You Do?**

With your proven understanding of industrial mechanical systems, you will:

- be the first point of contact for equipment issues and maintenance
- contribute to the mechanical operation of the site, and formulate the best diagnoses for continued operational efficiency
- regularly inspect the equipment and conduct critical fault-finding, ensuring quality of product is never compromised
- contribute and participate on key maintenance strategy projects

The Acacia Ridge Service Centre operates 24×7. The roster for this position is a rotating 12 hour shift, working 2 days, 2 nights and 4 days off.

**More About You**

With a background in a mechanical trade, you will have exceptional troubleshooting and problem-solving ability. You will also bring:

- mechanical fitter qualifications consisting of either a Certificate III, Certificate IV, or Diploma
- technical skills relating to the repair and maintenance aspects of plant and equipment on site
- strong mechanical experience in key areas such as - pneumatics, hydraulics, fabricating, welding
- a commitment to your own safety and wellbeing and care for others
- strong attention to detail with the ability to resolve issues effectively and efficiently

**Why BlueScope**

As we’re creating strength for the future through our people, products and solutions, BlueScope supports you to build your expertise within a safe and positive team environment. At BlueScope, you’ll:

- **Learn and develop as you grow.**Work alongside specialists and keep your skills and knowledge at the forefront of industry with our lifelong learning culture.
- **Experience connection and care.**Experience a positive, inclusive work environment where we look out for each other’s safety and wellbeing.
- **Build innovative products.**Seek better, smarter ways to work, help develop sustainable solutions and make things happen.
- **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.

We’re committed to fostering an inclusive environment where every employee feels respected and valued to be their authentic selves, and 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. At BlueScope, we offer work-life flexibility through our B-flex program.

It’s an exciting time in our history as, together, we work towards 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 Wednesday 16th July 2025._