Plant Technician

4 days ago

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Origin Energy Full time
  • Join the team powering Australia's hydro future
  • Hands-on roles for experienced mechanical and electrical techs
  • Kangaroo Valley (Shoalhaven) based

Join a team that's All Kinds of Useful
At Origin, being useful is more than a tagline - it's how we approach work every day. As a collective, we're a team that thrives on finding better ways, working together, and owning our impact. From powering homes to delivering award-winning internet and helping to lead Australia's energy transition. If you're driven by purpose and excited to be part of something bigger, we'd love to have you on the journey.

About the role:
Are you experienced in hydro generation and ready to make a real impact? Join Origin's Shoalhaven team as a Mechanical or Electrical Plant Technician and help keep our renewable energy assets running at peak performance. You'll be part of a skilled, supportive crew maintaining one of Australia's key hydro facilities — where safety, reliability, and innovation come first.

Key Responsibilities

  • Perform inspections, maintenance, and fault-finding on hydro generation equipment
  • Operate and maintain plant systems safely and efficiently
  • Support and lead outages, overhauls, and commissioning activities
  • Coordinate with contractors and contribute to project delivery
  • Drive continuous improvement and reliability initiatives
  • Isolations and safe access to plant responsibilities.

What will you bring?

  • Advanced Trade qualifications in mechanical or electrical disciplines
  • Proven experience in hydro generation operations and maintenance
  • Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
  • Ability to work independently and collaborate within a team
  • Flexibility to support other sites and participate in standby duties

So, why join us?

  • 20 weeks of paid leave for primary carers with flexible return options.
  • Thrive in a culture of personal and professional growth.
  • Powering your career with unbeatable perks - Get discounted electricity, gas, and internet as an Origin employee
  • Origin 360 Electric Vehicles (EV) employee subscription offers a fantastic range of EVs, with flexible month-to-month plans and no lock-in contract.
  • Free and confidential counselling for employees and family members.
  • A great high energy team, that encourages interesting, rewarding, and engaging work

Origin - Where good change happens
At Origin, we're powered by people who believe in creating change.

We are committed to fostering a diverse, gender equitable workforce, where everyone is welcome, and all applications are evaluated on merit and potential. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples, people living with disabilities, culturally diverse people, any stage in life, people with intersex variations and people within LGBTQ+ communities, including trans and gender diverse.

Enjoy a challenging career in an exciting industry where you can grow and explore your potential. If you think you have transferable skills, an appetite to learn and would be a great fit, we'd love to hear from you.

Here's a little about us:
Background checks may be required to determine your suitability for this position as part of the recruitment process and during your employment. These checks may include police checks, AusCheck, medical assessment and/or drug and alcohol testing.
Please note unsolicited CVs from agencies will not be accepted.

Origin recognises Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples as the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia, and we pay our respects to Elders past, present and future.
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