Mechanical Technician

Mergent Group , a 100% Australian-owned and operated recruitment and labour hire services team, has been proudly recognised as Australia's best Industrial Recruiter for 2023 and nominated for AFR fast 100 list.

Our client is an emerging and dynamic player in the Oil & Gas industry, dedicated to innovation, sustainability, and excellence. We are seeking skilled and self-motivated Mechanical Technicians to contribute to the success of our Operations Team in 2024. If you have a strong background & experience in Oil & Gas maintenance and mechanical, we want to hear from you.

Position Overview :

The Mechanical Technician is a vital team member responsible for providing essential support to the operations and maintenance activities of a gas plant / fields. As part of our clients team, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the reliability and performance of all mechanical systems within their operations. This position offers an exciting opportunity for individuals with a strong background and a commitment to excellence in the Oil & Gas sector.

Responsibilities :

• Diagnose faults, breakdowns, and emergent work. Estimate time and materials required for repairs including preparation of work orders .
• Execute / perform preventive and corrective maintenance tasks on plant and equipment safely and effectively . P rovide technical assistance, as required, to the Operations Team .
• Keep accurate logs and records associated with mechanical maintenance activities. Interface with the clients Computerised Maintenance Management System (CMMS) in all work preparation, execution, and close-out .
• Create quality maintenance work packs .
• Act in the capacity of Permit Holder, direct works under own control with due regard for risk management .
• Provide assurance and support specialist contractors as required .
• Execute Safety Case Performance Standard maintenance verification and proof testing activities .
• Demonstrate high-quality fault-finding skills and the ability to troubleshoot autonomously, whilst adhering to all procedures .
• Maintain maintenance registers and databases for Operations and site-specific equipment and systems .
• Provide advice and recommendations on improvements in production and planned maintenance.
• Provide input to design change implementation, participation in HAZOP reviews, feedback on preventative plans .
• Observe, monitor and supervise contract staff working onsite .
• Assist in developing SOPs to ensure safe execution of all maintenance activities .
• Responsibility for the identification of continuous improvement opportunities and participation in the development and implementation of solutions.
• Adopting standard safe work practices and procedures in accordance with our clients safety policies.
• Eliminating or reporting workplace hazards, taking part in safety drills and other activities and supporting the work of safety representatives and committees .
• Conducting activities in accordance with our clients environmental policies, codes and guidelines, in particular minimising energy and material usage in the workplace.

Qualifications & Skills :

It is desirable that the incumbent can demonstrate experience and / or knowledge in the following :

If you are passionate about working within a dynamic team environment in a challenging and rewarding resource sector don’t hesitate to apply TODAY and send a copy of your updated CV!

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