Maintenance Engineer

2 weeks ago

Julia Creek QLD, Australia South32 Full time $90,000 - $120,000 per year

DISCOVER A BRIGHTER FUTURE

At South32, we're meeting the challenge of enabling a sustainable future through our focus on responsibly producing commodities critical for a low-carbon world.

As a collaborative, caring and inclusive company, there's no better place to make a genuine difference. Together we're making a positive, global impact that has the potential to change lives.

Whatever career path you choose, we'll support you every step of the way to learn, grow and succeed. So join us, step towards a brighter future and leave your legacy.

ABOUT CANNINGTON

Our Cannington operation is one of the world's largest producers of silver and lead. Located in northwest Queensland, Cannington boasts an underground mine and processing facility situated approximately 800 kilometres west of Townsville and a concentrate handling facility at the Port of Townsville.

Flights are direct to the onsite airport, and the mine is only 3.5 km from camp—the perfect distance for a sunset walk or run home along a purpose-built walking track. The onsite accommodation includes meal services, sports/gym facilities, swimming pool, music room, and social area.

WHAT SOUTH32 OFFERS

  • 26 weeks full-paid, or 52 weeks half-paid parental leave for primary carers
  • Ability to purchase up to 4 weeks of additional annual leave
  • The opportunity to become a shareholder of South32 through our share plans
  • Options for additional superannuation contributions
  • Education assistance up to $8000 per year

ABOUT THE ROLE

We have two opportunities available, one Permanent position, and the other a 12month Fixed-Term contract. Both positions are on an 8:6 roster, FIFO from Brisbane, Townsville, or DIDO from Mount Isa, Cloncurry and McKinlay shires.

As the Maintenance Engineer, you will be responsible for sustaining and optimising equipment availability through the design and implementation of safe, low-risk, and cost-effective equipment strategies, defect elimination, and maintenance engineering support.

Other key responsibilities include, but aren't limited to:

  • Lead fault-finding investigations & implementing defect elimination solutions
  • Supervise condition monitoring activities & reviewing completed PM02s
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to develop engineering requirements & plans
  • Manage service providers & vendors for mechanical works

ABOUT YOU

You will have experience and demonstrate capability in the following:

  • Reliability-centred maintenance & preventative maintenance strategies
  • Root Cause Analysis for fixed plant equipment
  • Bulk materials handling equipment & process plant systems
  • Vibration analysis (desirable)
  • SAP & asset management practices

Qualifications for this position are:

  • Bachelor in Mechanical Engineering (preferred)
  • Current C Class Drivers Licence

South32 is committed to building and maintaining an inclusive and diverse workforce that reflects the communities in which we operate. We provide a recruitment process that is fair, equitable and accessible for all and we encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.

This job advert will close on Wednesday 19th March 2025.

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