Fixed Plant Mechanical Technician

Fixed Plant Mechanical Technician Join a Leading Iron Processing Operation

• 8:6 FIFO roster | Days only
• 6-month contract with potential for permanency
• Work on cutting-edge Iron Smelter and Hydrogen Production facilities

Are you a trade-qualified Mechanical Fitter with strong hydraulic fault-finding experience? We are seeking a motivated Fixed Plant Mechanical Technician to join a leading mining operation. This is an excellent opportunity to work across innovative processing facilities while gaining exposure to emerging iron and hydrogen technologies.

Salary & Benefits

• $70/hr plus super on all hours
• Fortnightly pay through NES Fircroft's streamlined payroll system
• 6-month contract with the potential to transition into a permanent role
• 8:6 FIFO roster with days only, promoting a healthy work-life balance
• Opportunity to work on a unique Iron Smelter and Hydrogen Production facility
• Modern site facilities and supportive team environment
• Dedicated NES Fircroft consultant and contractor support throughout your assignment
• Invitations to NES Fircroft contractor networking events
• Potential opportunities for contract extensions and future assignments across our extensive client network

About You

• Trade qualified Mechanical Fitter (Certificate III Engineering Mechanical Trade or equivalent)
• Strong experience with hydraulic fault finding, repairs and maintenance
• Fixed plant maintenance experience within mining, processing, heavy industrial or similar environments
• Ability to read and interpret hydraulic schematics and technical drawings
• Safety-focused with a proactive attitude and strong problem-solving skills

The Job Role

• Perform preventative and corrective maintenance across fixed plant equipment within an Iron Smelter facility
• Diagnose and repair hydraulic systems including pumps, motors, cylinders, valves and power units
• Complete inspections, breakdown repairs and equipment fault finding to maximise plant reliability
• Maintain equipment such as conveyors, pumps, gearboxes, motors, air and nitrogen systems, cooling systems and associated plant
• Collaborate closely with Operations, Engineering and Electrical teams while contributing to continuous improvement initiatives

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NES Fircroft With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining and Manufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.

With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining and Manufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.