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Mechanical Engineer

Mining and Construction

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Open-cut mining site with heavy excavator on producing ground
Location
Tanami and Alice Springs, Northern Territory
Employment
Full-time
Arrangement
Site based / Hybrid

Pumps, piping, valves, rotating equipment and conveyors on producing sites.

This position supports mining, construction and infrastructure work across Tanami, Alice Springs and other Northern Territory locations.

The arrangement is site based, with hybrid working where the programme allows. The engineer covers construction, installation, commissioning, maintenance and day to day operations.

The work

  • Provide mechanical engineering support across mining and construction sites.
  • Review mechanical drawings, designs, specifications and technical documentation.
  • Support installation, inspection, testing and commissioning of mechanical equipment.
  • Work with pumps, piping, valves, rotating equipment, conveyors and associated mining infrastructure.
  • Conduct site inspections and resolve construction and technical issues.
  • Coordinate with contractors, supervisors, vendors and multidisciplinary engineering teams.
  • Support shutdowns, maintenance activities and equipment upgrades.
  • Ensure works comply with project requirements, Australian Standards, safety and quality requirements.
  • Prepare technical reports, scopes of work and engineering documentation.

Who this is for

  • Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
  • Experience within mining, construction, resources or heavy industry.
  • Experience working on active construction or operational sites.
  • Strong knowledge of mechanical equipment and engineering practices.
  • Good communication and problem-solving skills.
  • Current Australian driver’s licence.
  • Willingness to travel to remote Northern Territory sites.

What is included

  • Competitive salary plus superannuation.
  • Full-time employment.
  • Site and remote-area allowances where applicable.
  • Travel and accommodation support for site assignments.
  • Hybrid working arrangements where suitable.
  • Professional development and career progression opportunities.
  • Employee wellbeing and assistance programs.

The work is on mining and construction projects in the Northern Territory. You will spend time on site and still own the engineering that follows.