Mechanical Technician

4 days ago


Orange, Australia Newcrest Mining Full time

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Mechanical Technician

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Newmont has recently acquired Newcrest Mining creating the world’s leading gold mining company. 

With operations around the world, our workforce reflects the diversity of the communities where we operate. We aim to create an inclusive environment where everyone feels safe, valued, and supported to bring their whole unique self to work. We bring out the best in each other, inspiring performance and a shared belief that what we do matters. 

Operations near and far 

Cadia Valley Operations is located in Central Western New South Wales, approximately 25 kms outside the vibrant regional township of Orange and a convenient three hours from the capital city of Sydney. Employees reside in varied accommodation options in and around the district of Orange with the surrounding area’s occupied by wineries, stone fruit orchards, farming and national parks.

Employees have access to the area’s wide range of amenities, including a prominent health sector with a modern well-equipped regional hospital, excellent educational facilities, shopping, large selection of sport and recreation options, transport and other services such as childcare.

Who we are looking for

We are seeking a self-motivated and enthusiastic Mechanical Operator / Maintainer to ensure the Ore Treatment Department is operating in a safe and effective manner whilst meeting the desired production targets and maintaining equipment integrity. Reporting to the Ore Processing Supervisor, this role focuses on maintaining the filter plant's optimal operation by performing both scheduled and breakdown maintenance on the filter presses and related equipment.

Success in this role requires being a proactive team player with a strong work ethic and a positive attitude. You should be comfortable working independently while contributing to a collaborative team.

Please note : this position is a permanent full-time role located in Blayney, with a schedule of 7 days on, 7 days off, followed by 7 nights on, and another 7 days off.

Other key deliverables include:

Completing routine planned and breakdown maintenance of the equipment at the filter plant including but not limited to press operation, slurry pump maintenance, pipework and valve maintenance and hydraulic work. Assisting with train loading activities at the filter plant through operation of reach stacker, forklift, or front-end loader. Participating in shift change handover meetings which are held at the start and end of every shift and provide quality information and direction to the oncoming shift. Ensuring all safety incidents and hazards are correctly documented and reported. Ensuring compliance to daily plan, shutdown plans, and completion of all pre-start checks on mobile equipment/vehicles and other equipment requiring prestart checks.

In addition, you will also ideally have:

A relevant Mechanical Trade Qualification, such as a Fitter or Fitter/Machinist Verified experience in maintaining fixed-plant and hydraulic equipment within a mineral processing plant setting. Experience in the operation and maintenance of filter presses (preferred but not required). A Forklift Ticket (required). Tickets for C6 Crane, Dogging, Rigging, and front-end Loader (strongly desirable). Knowledge of SAP and MS Office software. The capability to manage multiple tasks effectively under high-pressure conditions.

Our commitment to you

Newmont is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Underpinned by our values of Safety, Sustainability, Integrity, Responsibility and Inclusion, our commitment is to respect the rights of every individual to work to their highest potential, free of discrimination, as well as the cultures, religions, and governing codes applicable to each country in which we operate.

If you share our values and feel that you could make a meaningful difference in this role, submit your application through our website before the advertised closing date.

At this stage, we are not accepting any external agency CVs for the opportunity.  

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