Mechanical Engineer - Callide Mine (Bilolela)

EPSA Group; Biloela; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Superannuation and above-award leave

Novated lease salary sacrifice

Private health insurance after 6 mos

Career progression within Australia &

Dynamic team environment

Longstanding family-owned business

Job summary

EPSA Group is seeking an experienced Mechanical Engineer for the Callide Mine site in Biloela, Queensland. The role is full-time with a 38-hour roster Monday to Friday and flexible arrangements. You will manage mechanical reliability, spare parts, and maintenance strategies to maximise asset availability.

Key responsibilities include leading root cause investigations, defining technical specs, and ensuring OEM compliance. A background in mining projects and plant equipment is preferred.

Qualifications

• Tertiary Engineering degree or equivalent in Industrial/Mechanical Engineering.
• 2–3 years engineering experience, mining project exposure preferred.
• Experience with materials handling and process plants is desirable.
• Ability to read mechanical drawings, equipment datasheets and vendor IOMs.
• Willingness to complete a Pre-Employment Medical.

Responsibilities

• Manage engineering control and availability of mechanical components to support maintenance programs.
• Oversee technical management of maintenance assets and spare parts.
• Analyse maintenance data to determine spare parts requirements and asset strategies.
• Define specifications for mechanical components and spare parts to OEM standards.
• Provide technical oversight for selection and acquisition of mechanical components.
• Lead investigations into major mechanical failures and implement corrective actions.
• Develop and maintain engineering standards and maintenance procedures.

Skills

P&ID interpretation

Process design criteria

Hydraulic calculations

Vendor IOMs understanding

Communication skills

Computer literacy

Pre-employment medical

Education

Tertiary Qualifications in Industrial Engineering or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Office software

Engineering tools

Job description

About EPSA

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.

About the role

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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Qualifications

• 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.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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.

Company History

1962 - Our journey begins: the purchase of our first machine, a tractor for agricultural land levelling and farming purposes in Spain. EPSA is a global earthmoving contractor for mining and infrastructure projects. Moving Earth towards a brighter future since 1962. We offer world-class earthmoving services for mining and construction. Delivering value for clients through our commitment to excellence, our unwavering spirit of cooperation, and our incredible people.