Senior Mechanical Reliability Engineer

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 Senior Mechanical Reliability Engineer in our Hot Strip Mill 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.

As the Senior 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. 

Whether you're local to the Illawarra, looking to avoid the Sydney traffic, or considering a move interstate, BlueScope offers the opportunity to work in a vibrant coastal city with a well-established culture that drives some of the highest employee retention rates in the market, a workplace where your professional journey is both rewarding and exciting.

What Will You Do?

Managing and developing the maintenance strategies of the overall mechanical plant, you'll drive continuous improvement and reliability of mechanical assets within the department. You will also:

• investigate, fault find, and problem solve long term/systemic equipment issues to eliminate potential causes to determine the root cause and develop subsequent corrective actions
• lead significant repairs & maintenance projects, down days, and short shutdowns; including multi trade discipline works for equipment improvement projects.
• provide engineering oversight for complex issues, upgrades, and investigations to inform investment decisions regarding asset condition and technical risks.
• collaborate across a multi-discipline team of Section Reliability Engineers by leading business processes to guide and prioritise improvement work.
• provide mentoring and knowledge transfer to support technical growth within the maintenance team.
• develop detailed scope of works and Inspection Test Procedures and commissioning plans for plant.
• plan, coordinate and execute minor projects as required

More About You

As an enthusiastic and self-motivated individual, you quickly adapt and have an eagerness to learn. You'll bring:

• a mechanical trade - a diploma or mechanical/mechatronic engineering degree will be highly regarded or a willingness to complete a diploma.
• a demonstrated ability to effectively lead a work team and build relationships with key stakeholders.
• experience in problem solving/root cause analysis and reliability improvement
• extensive experience in planning, organisation and management principles of maintenance preferably in a heavy plant environment
• an understanding and knowledge of Mechanical and/or Structural, construction and statutory safety requirements. 
• a commitment to the safety and wellbeing of yourself and others.

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 Monday 13th October 2025.