Mechanical Technician at Greatland Corporation

Greatland Corporation; Telfer; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Education assistance

Flexible salary packaging options

Parental leave

Income protection insurance

Milestone service awards

Job summary

Greatland Corporation in Telfer, WA is seeking a Mechanical Technician to operate and maintain the hoisting system, dewatering, and ore handling equipment on a FIFO roster from Perth. The role requires a mechanical trade qualification and experience in mining environments, with SAP knowledge and the ability to develop JSEAs.

A manual WA driver's license is required; HR license is a plus. The successful candidate will work on underground and surface infrastructure, with training and safety

Qualifications

• Mechanical trade qualification required with mining experience preferred.
• Experience developing JSEAs and implementing safety procedures.
• Basic SAP knowledge and ability to read maintenance documentation.

Responsibilities

• Comply with site safety policies, procedures, and standards.
• Perform maintenance activities in line with safety and operational requirements.
• Conduct regular safety inspections and report hazards promptly.
• Execute preventative maintenance to required standards.
• Identify equipment faults and raise work requests for corrective action.
• Lead small teams on maintenance activities when required.

Skills

Mechanical trade

Safety compliance

JSEAs awareness

Education

Mechanical trade qualification

Tools

SAP

WA Driver's License

HR License (advantageous)

Job description

Apply for Mechanical Technician at Greatland Corporation in Telfer, WA, AU. This Full time on site position offers great opportunities for career growth. Date: 24 Aug 2026 Location: Telfer, WA, AU, 6762 Company: Greatland Pty Ltd Want to be part of something great? At Greatland, we’re building a sustainable future in mining driven by responsible exploration, development, and production of precious and base metals. As our business grows, so does our need for talented, motivated people. Join a team where your contribution matters, your skills are valued, and progress is made every day. Greatland’s core values of integrity, safety, teamwork, accountability, responsibility and results are at the heart of its sustainable operating culture.

About the Role

In this underground Mechanical Technician role you will operate and assist with maintenance of the Telfer Hoisting System, dewatering and associated Ore Handling Equipment and to comply with supervisor requests to assist with maintenance and operational requirements on an as needed basis with particular emphasis on company values, safety, environmental and statutory requirements.

Roster: 8/6, FIFO from Perth.

Key responsibilities:

• Comply with site safety policies, procedures, and standards
• Perform maintenance activities in line with safety and operational requirements
• Conduct regular safety inspections and report hazards promptly
• Execute preventative maintenance to required standards
• Identify equipment faults and raise work requests for corrective action
• Contribute to continuous improvement of maintenance strategies
• Complete risk assessments (JSEAs) for assigned tasks
• Lead small teams on maintenance activities when required
• Troubleshoot and diagnose faults across critical Underground Fixed Plant equipment, including:

• Hoisting systems and associated infrastructure
• Underground and surface ore handling conveyors, feeders and chutes
• Underground crushing systems and associated equipment
• Dewatering systems, pumps and reticulation infrastructure
• Surface ventilation fans and underground ventilation equipment
• Surface chiller systems
• Underground vent doors and associated mechanical components
• Fixed plant hydraulic, pneumatic and lubrication systems

• Interpret maintenance manuals, drawings, and documentation

About You

• Mechanical trade qualification (with ~3 years’ mining experience preferred)
• Basic SAP knowledge
• Experience developing JSEAs
• Holds a current manual W.A. driver’s license; HR license is advantageous but not required.

Desirable:

• Elevating Work Platform (EWP) licence
• Overhead Crane Ticket
• Telehandler licence
• CN (non-slewing mobile crane) license (Franna Ticket)
• Forklift licence (LF)

About Telfer Operations

Telfer is a long-life gold-copper mine in the Paterson Province of Western Australia’s East Pilbara region. The operation includes both open-pit and underground mining and Australia’s third-largest gold-copper processing facility. Since commencing production in 1975, Telfer has produced over 15 million ounces of gold. The site operates on a fly-in fly-out basis and offers a wide range of onsite recreational facilities to support workforce wellbeing.

Why Greatland?

Greatland possesses two long mine life assets at Telfer and Havieron that present remarkable opportunities for the right candidate to grow and make a difference in long-life mining projects.

We offer:

• Attractive salary package plus performance-based incentives
• Milestone service awards recognising your commitment and achievements
• Education assistance to help you grow and develop your career
• Flexible salary packaging options, including novated leasing
• Parental leave designed to support you and your family
• Income protection insurance to safeguard your financial wellbeing

Applications close 23 September 2026. Shortlisting will begin immediately, and Greatland reserves the right to close the advertisement early if required.

As part of Greatland’s pre-employment process, candidates must complete a full medical assessment, provide evidence of Australian work rights, and be able to apply for an Australian National Police Clearance.

At Greatland, we are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are dedicated to ensuring that every recruitment, hiring, placement, and promotion decision is made based on individual merit. We do not discriminate on any grounds, and our goal is to provide an inclusive and supportive environment where all individuals can thrive.