Overview
At APA, our purpose is to secure Australia\'s energy future. We\'re not doing it alone. We\'re doing it with our customers and communities as Australia\'s energy infrastructure partner. We now have an exciting opportunity for a Technical Officer - Mechanical to join APA\'s Operations & Maintenance team in Albury, NSW on a permanent full-time basis.
Reporting to the Team Leader South, you will play a key role in ensuring the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of APA\'s pipeline and plant systems across the South region. If you have a general mechanical background and are eager to build your career in the energy sector, we\'ll provide the training and support you need to succeed.
Responsibilities
- Carry out routine maintenance and repairs on pipelines, compressor stations, meter stations, and related mechanical equipment.
- Assist with diagnosing mechanical issues and supporting more complex repairs under guidance.
- Conduct site inspections and surveillance activities to ensure safe operations.
- Support the installation, commissioning, and testing of new equipment and modifications.
- Complete work records and reports to support compliance and maintenance programs.
- Participate in the on-call roster and respond to operational requirements as needed.
- Receive ongoing training and development to grow your technical skills.
Qualifications
- General mechanical background (e.g., trade, maintenance, plant, or similar).
- Willingness to learn and practical, hands-on approach with problem-solving ability.
- Safety-conscious and committed to working within industry regulations and APA procedures.
- Organised and reliable, with the ability to follow procedures and complete work accurately.
- Team player with positive communication skills.
About the Team
The Operations & Maintenance team in Albury exists to safely operate APA Transmission assets in an efficient and cost-effective manner to enable APA to achieve its business strategy and goals, extract maximum value from its assets, and deliver value for its customers.
Working at APA
At APA we\'re committed to fostering a safe and inclusive workplace where you can achieve your best. We\'ll provide you with access to targeted career development programs, competitive remuneration, employee benefits, versatile working arrangements, and wellbeing programs. We also have an inclusive parental leave policy providing 18 weeks leave including superannuation to support parents at work and in life.
We employ more than 2700 people across Australia and are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive culture, where everyone feels safe, valued, and trusted to do their best every day.
We are APA
APA Group is a leading Australian energy infrastructure business. We proudly own, operate and manage a diverse $26 billion portfolio of gas, electricity, solar and wind assets which deliver essential services to communities and customers across Australia. We own more than 15,000 kilometres of gas pipelines which deliver energy to households and businesses across every corner of Australia. As the partner of choice in delivering infrastructure solutions for the energy transition, we\'re focused on bundled remote grid energy solutions, electricity and gas transmission, and future energy, including hydrogen and carbon capture and storage. Our customer-centric approach means we understand our customers and offer reliable, innovative, and cost-effective energy solutions that support their decarbonisation ambitions. We are committed to securing Australia\'s energy future by delivering infrastructure solutions for Australia\'s energy transition and supporting the decarbonisation ambitions of our customers and communities.
Join our team and be part of securing Australia\'s energy future.
Applicants must be eligible to work in Australia to be considered. This vacancy works with critical APA data, systems or infrastructure and candidates are subject to background vetting (including Police checks) before & during employment. Role closes Sunday 5th October 2025. Role Reference number JR3339. APA Group will not accept unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies. We will contact successful candidates after the closing date.
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📌 Senior Technical Officer - Mechanical
🏢 APA Group
📍 City of Albury