Mechanical Maintenance Technician

2 weeks ago

Port Kembla, New South Wales, Australia Tecside Full time
  • Permanent Opportunity
  • Work on a Major Energy Infrastructure Project
  • Salary: $115K + Penalties + 10% Bonus + Super

Join one of Australia's most significant energy projects - the Port Kembla Energy Terminal - and play a key hands-on role in ensuring the safe and reliable operation of this world-class facility. This position is ideal for a mechanical tradesperson who enjoys practical work, problem-solving, and maintaining high standards of safety and technical performance.

About the Project

The Port Kembla Energy Terminal will enhance Australia's energy security as the nation's first LNG import terminal. You'll join an experienced team who are committed to safe, compliant and efficient site performance.

About the Role

As a Mechanical Maintenance Technician, you'll carry out day-to-day mechanical maintenance activities across the terminal. Working under supervision, you'll perform inspections, repairs, preventive and corrective maintenance, and support safe, reliable operation of pumps, compressors, valves, rotating equipment and associated systems.

You'll also oversee contractors and vendors when required, ensuring work is completed safely and in accordance with site procedures.

Key Responsibilities

  • Perform preventive, predictive and corrective maintenance on mechanical systems and equipment.
  • Carry out hands-on inspections, testing, troubleshooting and repairs on pumps, compressors, valves and hydraulic systems.
  • Follow safe systems of work including permit-to-work, isolations and confined space requirements.
  • Record maintenance activities accurately in the CMMS (training will be provided).
  • Assist with updating maintenance plans, job packs, spare parts identification and technical documentation.
  • Participate in commissioning, shutdown activities and equipment reliability improvements.
  • Maintain strong safety practices in all work undertaken.

Skills and Experience

  • Mechanical trade qualification (e.g. Mechanical Fitter).
  • 3-5 years' experience in mechanical maintenance, ideally in heavy industry
  • Practical knowledge of rotating equipment, hydraulic systems, pipelines and general mechanical systems.
  • Familiarity with CMMS systems (SAP preferred)
  • Understanding of safe work systems, isolations and mechanical integrity requirements.
  • Strong communication, teamwork and problem-solving skills.
  • Proactive, hands-on approach to field maintenance.

Why Apply

  • Be part of a nationally significant, high-profile energy project.
  • Enjoy a stable, long-term technical role in the Wollongong region.
  • Work with a supportive, expert operations team committed to safety and excellence.
  • Varied, hands-on tasks with opportunities for development and upskilling.

Ready to contribute your mechanical expertise to one of Australia's most important energy facilities?

Apply today to join the Port Kembla Energy Terminal as a Mechanical Maintenance Technician.

Who are we and what do we do?

At Tecside, we are Redefining the future of work for humankind.

Tecside are the partner of choice for Contract Staffing and Recruitment Services within the Oil, Gas & Energy, Mining & Resources, Rail & Infrastructure, Power & Renewables, Maritime & Defence, Industrial & Construction and Manufacturing industries. Our Client Portfolio is diverse, and we hold strong partnerships with many organisations of varying sizes globally.

As a proud RAP endorsed organisation, Tecside are committed to achieving a diverse & inclusive workforce and strongly encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders and people from culturally diverse backgrounds. More on our Reflect Reconciliation Action Plan

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