Mechanical Maintenance Engineer

Posted 01 September 2025
SalaryCompetitive
LocationPerth
Job type Contract
DisciplineEngineering
ReferenceJ48041

Job description

Role Opportunity
We are seeking a Mechanical Maintenance Engineer to support a major expansion project across fixed plant operations. The position will play a key role in building maintenance strategies, managing defects, and supporting reliability across critical assets such as crushers, conveyors, mills, thickeners, and pumping systems.
Benefits
  • 8/6 Roster, 12-hour days
  • 6-month ongoing contract
  • Competitive hourly rate offered
  • Fly from Perth , Brisbane or Darwin
Qualifications and skills
  • Bachelors in mechanical engineering or relevant trade background.
  • Ideally have 4 - 8 years experience in mineral processing mining operations.
  • Experience with fixed plant equipment: conveyors, ball mills, CIL tanks, large pumps.
  • Experience with Shaft and Hoisting would be an advantage
  • Familiar with Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and reliability improvement initiatives.
  • Maintenance planning, troubleshooting, and root cause analysis.
  • Familiarity with maintenance systems (SAP/CMMS) and shutdown management.
  • Strong leadership, mentoring, and team coordination.
  • Knowledge of mechanical safety standards and statutory compliance.
Duties and Responsibilities
  • Plan and perform preventive and corrective maintenance on conveyors, ball mills, CIL tanks, and large pumps.
  • Troubleshoot mechanical issues and implement solutions to minimise downtime.
  • Scope, plan, and support shutdowns and major maintenance activities.
  • Monitor equipment performance and drive process or equipment improvements.
  • Ensure all work complies with safety standards, statutory requirements, and proper documentation.
  • Coordinate vendors, and manage resources for maintenance projects.

About Our Client
One of the world's leading gold producers, operating globally with a strong focus on safety, sustainability , and responsible mining practices.

How to Apply

Click the APPLY button or contact Steve Andrews on (08) 64670638 for a confidential discussion

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