Mechanical Reliability Engineer

Job Description

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

Orrcon Steel is looking for a Mechanical Reliability Engineer in our Mechanical Maintenance team based in Salisbury. Orrcon Steel is a manufacturer of steel tube and pipe and leading Australian steel distributor with nationallyrecognised brands.

As the Mechanical Reliability Engineer, you'll deliver asset utilisation and maintenance management outcomes across the plant, undertaking root cause analysis and problem-solving strategies on a variety of challenging manufacturing scenarios. Your role will include coaching plant personnel on maintenance techniques and planning strategies for process improvement, working as part of a multidisciplinary team across the department.

What Will You Do?

Working in a supportive environment, you will contribute to the safety of our people, the quality of our product and the reliability of our equipment. You will achieve this by:

• reviewing equipment performance, availability and breakdowns to identify reliability improvement plans.
• developing maintenance lifecycle plans for all critical equipment.
• developing and leading Condition Monitoring Program including vibration and oil analysis.
• mentoring and developing team members, driving reliability excellence principles and improvement projects across the site.
• continually seeking opportunities to improve site maintenance performance.
• assisting in troubleshooting day-to-day problems, recommending simple and robust solutions.

More About You

Being a qualified Mechanical Reliability Engineer, you will bring:

• a degree in Mechanical Engineering, or hold a Diploma with relevant industry experience.
• relevant experience in equipment reliability focused on life-cycle maintenance.
• experience in problem solving/root cause analysis and reliability improvement.
• asset management experience including Reliability Excellence principles and RCM.
• experience with CAD software (e.g. AutoCAD and Inventor).

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." ​

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Join us, creating strength for the future.

Applications close Thursday 30th October 2025.