RELIABILITY TECHNICIAN
Join a reputable company with a strong mine life, a commitment to operating safely, and a strong focus on supporting the local community. This is a great opportunity to work in the mining industry while living in a major regional city – and be home to family every day.
About the role
This residential position works a 7/7 roster days only working 12 hours per shift. The primary purpose of this position is responsible for driving a high level of equipment availability by executing condition monitoring, predictive maintenance, and asset health programs to ensure the safe, reliable, and efficient performance of critical plant equipment.
The role focuses on identifying early signs of equipment deterioration through advanced monitoring techniques — including thermography, vibration analysis, oil analysis, ultrasound, and other diagnostic technologies — to enable proactive intervention before failures occur. When failures do occur they will assist the team in conducting investigations into recurring failures and delivering improvement projects that strengthen asset performance.
Reporting to the Surface Maintenance – Mechanical Supervisor, your duties will include:
* Leading reliability improvement within the Surface Maintenance team. You will analyse the performance of operating assets and deliver long term asset improvement.
* Contribute to statutory compliance of regulated equipment as well as providing technical expertise in support of maintenance activities on the site.
* Be accountable for reviewing and implementing improvements to the sites' maintenance strategies.
* Facilitate change within the team, helping and coaching maintenance personnel to improve strategies and eliminate inefficiencies from the maintenance processes.
* Conduct routine condition monitoring activities (vibration analysis, thermography, ultrasonic testing, and oil sampling).
The successful candidate should possess the following:
* Tertiary qualification in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, or related discipline; OR
* Trade qualifications (Electrician, Fitter, Mechanical Technician, or similar) with significant condition monitoring experience;
* Familiarity with mineral processing plants and associated fixed plant maintenance practices, with strong experience and knowledge of lubrication systems, reliability and condition monitoring principles.
* Demonstrated understanding of preventative/predictive maintenance principles.
* Proficiency in thermography, vibration analysis, oil analysis, ultrasound, and other predictive maintenance techniques.
* Strong fault-finding and diagnostic ability to interpret asset health data and detect early signs of equipment deterioration.
What we offer
* Competitive salary offered in line with the relevant classification contained in the Fosterville Enterprise Agreement
* Yearly increases as well as the ability to increase rates through our competency review process
* Relocation support provided to applicable candidates
* Training opportunities throughout the year as well as opportunities to upskill to develop your knowledge and skills
* Salary Continuance (Income protection) insurance
* Employee Share Plan Program
* Annual Health and Wellbeing Allowance
* Health and Wellbeing Program including access to local gym and aquatic facilities as well as physiotherapy and podiatrists
* Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
* Employee Benefits Program including access to discounted Private Health insurance as well as discounts with local suppliers
* Paid Parental leave for primary and secondary carers
* Novated Leasing options for vehicles
Application Process
The recruitment process takes into consideration your alignment to the role and our company values. Suitable applicants will be shortlisted and invited to discuss their interest in the role.
Additionally, functional capacity/medical assessment, national crime check, qualifications, due diligence and/or reference checks will all form part of the recruitment process.
About us
Agnico Eagle is a global gold mining leader with operations in Canada, Finland, Australia, and Mexico. We're committed to being a respected employer and neighbour, known for safety, sustainability, and community prosperity. With over 16,000 skilled employees worldwide, our people are the foundation of our success.
In Australia, we proudly operate the Fosterville Gold Mine on Dja Dja Wurrung Country, near Bendigo—one of Victoria's largest and most vibrant regional cities, known for its exceptional residential lifestyle.