Mechanical Engineer

EPSA; Biloela; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary + Super

Leave entitlements

Novated lease

Private Health Insurance

Career progression

Family-owned business

Job summary

EPSA seeks a Mechanical Engineer to join our team at the Callide Mine, Biloela, Queensland. The role is full-time and based on-site with a 38-hour roster from Monday to Friday, offering flexible working arrangements.

You will manage maintenance and reliability programs for critical mechanical components, oversee spare parts, and drive improvement initiatives to maximise asset availability. A relevant engineering degree and 2–3 years mining experience are expected.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualifications in Industrial/Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
• Mining project experience including materials handling and process plants.
• Understanding of hydraulic calculations and pumping systems.
• Proficiency in interpreting P&ID’s, PFD’s and Process Design Criteria.
• Ability to understand mechanical drawings, equipment datasheets and vendor IOMs.
• High computer literacy (Office, engineering tools).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Willingness to complete a Pre-Employment Medical.

Responsibilities

• Manage reliability of critical mechanical components to support maintenance programs.
• Oversee spare parts and maintenance assets aligned with reliability objectives.
• Analyze life-cycle data and reliability trends for long-term maintenance strategy.
• Define spare parts requirements based on reliability and risk assessments.
• Define technical specs and requirements for mechanical components and parts.
• Provide technical oversight for selection and procurement of components.
• Monitor equipment performance and implement reliability improvements.
• Lead root cause investigations of major mechanical failures.
• Evaluate life-cycle performance and recommend maintenance strategies and replacements.
• Develop and maintain engineering standards, procedures and specs.
• Review condition monitoring data to support proactive decisions.
• Ensure compliance with OEM standards and regulations.

Skills

Engineering degree

Mining experience

Hydraulic calculations

P&ID interpretation

Mechanical drawings reading

Computer literacy

Communication skills

Pre-Employment Medical

Education

Engineering degree (Mechanical/Industrial)

Job description

We are a global family-owned business with over 60 years in the mining, civil and earth moving industry operating in several countries throughout the world.

We are seeking a talented and motivated individual to join our team.

This is an opportunity for an experienced Mechanical Engineer will see you in the Australian operation working at the Callide Mine in Biloela, Queensland.

EPSA is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to be permanently employed by the company on a full-time basis.

The role will be on a lifestyle friendly 38-hour roster between Monday to Friday with flexible working arrangements.

About the role:

• Manage the engineering control and technical availability of critical mechanical components required to support preventive and corrective maintenance programs, ensuring equipment reliability and operational continuity.
• Oversee the technical management of maintenance support assets and critical spare components, ensuring alignment with equipment reliability objectives and maintenance engineering requirements.
• Analyse maintenance requirements, equipment life-cycle data and reliability trends to determine engineering spare parts requirements and support long-term asset maintenance strategies.
• Establish technical spare parts requirements based on reliability analysis, maintenance schedules, equipment criticality and operational risk assessments.
• Define technical specifications and engineering requirements for mechanical components and spare parts, ensuring compliance with OEM standards and operational performance criteria.
• Provide technical oversight for the selection and acquisition of mechanical components, ensuring compatibility with equipment design specifications and maintenance requirements.
• Monitor equipment performance, maintenance effectiveness and asset reliability indicators, implementing engineering improvement initiatives to optimise operational efficiency and equipment availability.
• Conduct reliability analysis of heavy mining equipment and develop engineering recommendations to improve equipment performance, availability and maintainability.
• Lead root cause investigations of major mechanical failures and implement corrective engineering solutions to prevent recurrence.
• Evaluate equipment life-cycle performance and recommend maintenance strategies, refurbishment programs and replacement plans to maximise asset value.
• Develop and maintain engineering standards, maintenance procedures and technical specifications in accordance with OEM recommendations and industry best practices.
• Review condition monitoring data, inspection reports and equipment health assessments to support proactive maintenance decision-making.
• Assess opportunities for equipment modifications and engineering improvements to enhance safety, reliability and operational productivity.
• Ensure maintenance systems, equipment modifications and engineering activities comply with manufacturer requirements, statutory regulations and company engineering standards.

To be successful you will have:

• Tertiary Qualifications in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
• Minimum 2-3 years of experience in engineering role.
• Mining project experience including materials handling and process plants.
• Understanding of hydraulic calculations and pumping systems (water as minimum and slurry preferred).
• Proficiency in interpreting process documentation including P&ID’s, PFD’s and Process Design Criteria.
• Ability to understand mechanical documentation, such as design drawings, equipment datasheets, and vendor IOMs.
• High computer literacy (operating systems, Office products, engineering tools).
• Excellent communication skills, written and verbal.
• Be willing to complete along with a Pre-Employment Medical.

What we are offering:

• Attractive salary + Super + above award leave entitlements.
• Salary sacrifice options including novated lease.
• Private Health Insurance after 6 months continuous employment.
• Career progression within Australia and globally.
• Inclusive and dynamic team focused work environment.
• Family-owned business with over 60 years in the industry.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment regardless of age, national origin, race, color, disability, religious beliefs, or sexual orientation.