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Operator/maintainer mechanical

Darwin
Rio Tinto
Posted: 11 May
Offer description

Boilermaker
* Be part of a dedicated team that is safety driven and values inclusion
* Work at one of the world’s most unique sites, focusing on comprehensive rehabilitation while maintaining successful operation of a critical asset
* Bus-in; Bus Out from Darwin, working a rotating Day/Night – 7/7 roster


About The Role

We are seeking a Boilermaker (Mechanical Operator/Maintainer) based at our Ranger Rehabilitation Project in Jabiru. Your role will involve executing efficient daily operation and maintenance activities of the Brine Concentrator, proactively identifying opportunities for improvement.

Reporting to the Brine Concentrator Operations & Maintenance Supervisor, your responsibilities include:

1. Performing maintenance work such as scheduled tasks, break-in work, and shutdowns
2. Monitoring plant infrastructure, equipment status, and trends to optimize stability
3. Assisting with incident investigations
4. Working in challenging environments including hot, humid, wet conditions, heights, and confined spaces
5. Demonstrating a strong safety commitment to achieve zero injuries and incidents
6. Communicating safety and process issues to leadership
7. Maintaining a safe, clean, and well-managed work area, and correcting unsafe conditions
8. Contributing to continuous improvement initiatives and suggesting process enhancements


What You Will Bring

To succeed, you should have:

* Certificate III in Engineering (Fabrication) Trade
* A current manual ‘C’ class driver’s license
* Excellent interpersonal, communication, and teamwork skills
* Computer literacy, including Microsoft Office
* Strong critical thinking skills
* The initiative to pursue continuous improvement

Beneficial additional experience includes:

* Processing Fixed Plant experience
* Rebuilding pumps and bearings
* Control room or operational experience
* Work Order management using CMMS (SAP)
* Relevant industry qualifications (WAH, CSE/GTA, EWP, LF, DG, RB)


What We Offer

* Unique opportunity to contribute to a world-class rehabilitation project of a former uranium mine within a pristine National Park environment
* A safety-focused, inclusive workplace
* Competitive salary with annual incentives (STIP)
* Access to top-tier family health and medical programs
* Comprehensive leave options including vacation, parental, sick, and cultural leave
* Ongoing wellbeing support for you and your family
* Employee share program
* Relocation assistance
* Salary sacrifice and packaging options


Location Details

ERA, established in 1979, is now focused on rehabilitating the Ranger mine site, located in the Alligator Rivers region of the Northern Territory, within and surrounding Kakadu National Park. The project is the largest of its kind in Australia, aiming to restore land to its natural state by 2028, with significant funding allocated for rehabilitation activities.

ERA is an agile, independently managed company with strategic partnerships, including Bechtel, to ensure project success. Our team of 220 employees and contractors is dedicated to this transformative rehabilitation effort. Applications close on 19th May 2025.


About Rio Tinto

Rio Tinto is a leading global mining company operating across 35 countries, producing essential materials for the energy transition and global development. With 150 years of experience, we focus on innovation, sustainability, and partnerships to meet the world's needs.


Inclusion and Diversity

We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, LGBTI+ community members, mature workers, individuals with disabilities, and diverse cultural backgrounds. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where all voices are valued and respected.

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