Mine Mechanical Engineer: Reliability & Asset Optimization

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

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.