Provide mechanical engineering support to plant operations and maintenanceInvestigate plant faults and drive reliability and performance improvements4-day work week, development opportunities, and relocation supportProvide mechanical engineering support at Stanwell Power Station, improving plant reliability, supporting outages, and delivering long-term asset performance.About the roleThis is a full time staff role based at Stanwell Power Station. As a Mechanical Plant Engineer, you will provide specialist mechanical engineering support to the production and maintenance teams, ensuring plant assets are operated safely, reliably, and within design limits. The role is focused on plant performance, fault investigation, outage support, and the development of maintenance and asset strategies within a large‐scale thermal power generation environment.You will work closely with operations, maintenance, and contractors to solve complex plant issues, deliver engineering improvements, and support long‐term reliability and life‐cycle outcomes.Key responsibilities include:Providing mechanical engineering support to station operations and maintenance teamsInvestigating mechanical plant faults and performance issues using structured methodsDeveloping and maintaining mechanical maintenance strategies and asset life plansSupporting unit outages, inspections, and forced outage activitiesDelivering mechanical engineering projects (OPEX and CAPEX)Preparing technical scopes, specifications, and engineering documentationReviewing designs, drawings, and plant modifications for compliance and riskEnsuring all engineering activities meet safety, environmental, and statutory requirementsYou'll work a 4-day week (Tuesday to Friday), with limited travel requirements and the potential for relocation support for the right candidate. About youYou are a technically capable Mechanical Engineer with experience in power generation or heavy industrial environments. You enjoy working close to plant, collaborating with operations and maintenance teams, and applying sound engineering judgement to improve reliability and performance. Safety, teamwork, and continuous improvement are central to how you work.To be successful in this role, you will bring:Bachelor of Engineering (Mechanical)Experience in a thermal power station or heavy process industryStrong mechanical fault‐finding and plant investigation skillsKnowledge of maintenance strategies, reliability, and asset management principlesExperience supporting outages, inspections, or major maintenance activitiesAbility to manage engineering tasks and projects from concept to completionStrong communication skills and the ability to work across disciplinesEligibility to obtain or progress toward RPEQ registrationBenefitsRecognised as an Endorsed Employer for all Women by WORK180Weekly pay + 12.75% super + annual incentiveFull income protection coverSalary packaging options4-day work weekBuses provided from Gracemere and RockhamptonOn-site canteen servicesRelocation packages available for certain rolesAccess to learning and development (including LinkedIn learning)Purchased and volunteer leave optionsHealth and wellbeing initiatives (e.g. EAP, Fitness Passport, skin checks, flu vaccines)Access to Bright Spark - our rewards, recognition and discounts platformExceptional safety culturePlus, a whole lot more!About StanwellStanwell is Queensland's largest and most reliable electricity generator. We're applying our forty years of experience in operational excellence to building a diverse portfolio including coal-fired power stations, renewable generation, storage, and firming to deliver Queensland's future energy needs. Experience an organisation that lives by its values to care, adapt and deliver and is constantly responding to create an environment where respect, inclusivity, safety, and wellbeing are delivered. What's next?To submit your application, please apply online with yourCV. Applications close: 11:55pm, Sunday 29 March 2026Further information on Stanwell can be found part of the recruitment process, you may be required to undertake pre-employment checks (may include police checks, AusCheck, medical assessment and/or drug and alcohol testing). Inclusion and diversity is an important part of shaping Stanwell's culture and how our workplace operates. We recognise and value that it's essential to creating a safe, inclusive, and productive workplace.We are proactive about giving our people opportunities to excel and truly be themselves. We enable this through diversity, fairness, and flexible work practices.If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application.