Mechanical Operator

Origin Energy; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

21 weeks paid parental leave

Competitive salary and bonuses

Origin 360 EV subscription

Employee counselling

Job summary

Origin Energy in Queensland seeks a hands-on Mechanical Technician to keep critical gas and water plant safe, reliable and running at peak. You will perform maintenance, troubleshooting and equipment reliability work on rotating machinery, with emphasis on reciprocating or screw compressors.

Based at Talinga (near Chinchilla) with 2 weeks on, 2 weeks off options (DIDO or FIFO ex Brisbane) or live locally. The role requires a Certificate III in Engineering – Mechanical Trade and practical

Qualifications

• Experience with rotating equipment and compressors is preferred.
• Hands-on mechanical maintenance experience with gas engines, rotating equipment, or high‑pressure compression.
• Ability to use SAP for work orders and materials management.

Responsibilities

• Maintain critical plant safety, reliability and performance while performing preventive maintenance.
• Troubleshoot rotating equipment and compressors to minimize downtime.
• Plan and execute maintenance activities with safe work practices.

Skills

Rotating equipment

Troubleshooting

Mechanical maintenance

Gas engines

Control systems

Education

Certificate III in Engineering – Mechanical Trade

Tools

SAP

Job description

• Experience with reciprocating or screw compressors? We'd love to hear from you.
• 2wks on 2 wks off - DIDO, or FIFO ex BNE or Live Locally

• Experience with reciprocating or screw compressors? We'd love to hear from you.
• 2wks on 2 wks off - DIDO, or FIFO ex BNE or Live Locally
• Talinga (near Chinchilla) based

Join a team that's All Kinds of Useful

At Origin, being useful is more than a tagline - it’s how we approach work every day. As a collective, we’re a team that thrives on finding better ways, working together, and owning our impact. From powering homes to delivering award-winning internet and helping to lead Australia’s energy transition. If you’re driven by purpose and excited to be part of something bigger, we’d love to have you on the journey.

About the role:

Bring your mechanical know-how to Talinga and play a hands‑on role in keeping critical plant safe, reliable and running at its best. You’ll tackle maintenance, troubleshooting and equipment reliability, with experience working on rotating equipment, particularly reciprocating compressors or screw compressors, highly regarded.

2wks on 2 wks off – DIDO, or FIFO ex Brisbane - or Live Locally (Chinchilla region)

Why the role matters?

• Keep critical gas and water plant safe, reliable and performing at its best through proactive maintenance.
• Troubleshoot rotating equipment, gas engines, compressors and other mechanical equipment to get plant back into service.
• Plan and deliver preventative maintenance, including preparing JSEAs, permits and work activities for safe execution.
• Respond to planned and unplanned maintenance needs, helping maximise asset availability and reliability.
• Share your knowledge, support teammates and apprentices, and contribute ideas that improve safety, procedures and the way we work.

What will you bring?

• A Certificate III in Engineering – Mechanical Trade and a current driver’s licence.
• Hands‑on mechanical maintenance experience, with exposure to gas engines, rotating equipment, high‑pressure compression or complex control systems highly regarded.
• Strong troubleshooting skills and a practical, safety‑first approach to identifying and solving plant issues.
• Confidence using computer‑based maintenance systems, with experience in SAP relevant to work orders and materials management.
• A collaborative, positive approach with the ability to work independently, build strong relationships and contribute to continuous improvement

So, why join us?

• Discounted Origin products benefits for employees, including Electrical, Gas and Internet offers!
• 21 weeks of paid parental leave for primary carers with flexible return options.
• Competitive salary + annual performance bonus + performance based reviews
• Origin 360 Electric Vehicles (EV) employee subscription offers a fantastic range of EVs, with flexible month-to-month plans and no lock-in contract.
• Free and confidential counselling for employees and family members.
• A great high energy team, that encourages interesting, rewarding, and engaging work!

Origin - Where good change happens

At Origin, we’re powered by people who believe in creating change.

We are committed to fostering a diverse, gender equitable workforce, where everyone is welcome, and all applications are evaluated on merit and potential. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples, people living with disabilities, culturally diverse people, any stage in life, people with intersex variations and people within LGBTQ+ communities, including trans and gender diverse.

Enjoy a challenging career in an exciting industry where you can grow and explore your potential. If you think you have transferable skills, an appetite to learn and would be a great fit, we’d love to hear from you.

Here’s a little about us: https://www.originenergy.com.au/about/careers/

Background checks may be required to determine your suitability for this position as part of the recruitment process and during your employment. These checks may include police checks, AusCheck, medical assessment and/or drug and alcohol testing.

Please note unsolicited CVs from agencies will not be accepted.

Origin recognises Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples as the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia, and we pay our respects to Elders past, present and future.

Function: Production Management