On‑Site Field Plant & Equipment Technician – Portland

Veolia | Australia & New Zealand; Portland North; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly rate + allowances

Flexible roster options

Corporate discounts

Hybrid working arrangements

Employee Assistance Program ( Thrive )

Fitness Passport

Job summary

Veolia Australia & New Zealand is seeking a hands-on Field Plant & Equipment Service Technician to support the Portland Aluminium Smelter on-site in Portland. You'll help keep critical plant and equipment safe, reliable and ready to perform, working closely with the operations team and driving maintenance improvements.

This newly created role requires practical knowledge of mechanical or mobile equipment, a current HR truck licence, and a commitment to safety and environmental standards.

Qualifications

• Experience with mechanical or mobile equipment in industrial settings.
• Current HR truck licence.
• Understanding of safety and environmental compliance.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Technical or trade qualifications are desirable.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and maintain plant and equipment at the Portland Aluminium site.
• Ensure assets meet Veolia’s safety, environmental and contractual requirements.
• Partner with Operations to keep equipment operating at full capability.
• Use Veolia’s internal asset management system, VAMS.
• Coordinate deliveries of stock and materials.
• Work with Planning/Scheduling and external providers to monitor asset condition and integrity.
• Carry out routine inspections and follow-up maintenance to minimise downtime.
• Manage tools, equipment, resources and critical spare parts.

Skills

Industrial mechanical equipment

On-site maintenance

Safety compliance

Strong communication

Problem solving

Independent work

Education

Technical or trade qualifications desirable

Tools

VAMS

Job description

Veolia Australia & New Zealand is seeking a hands-on Field Plant & Equipment Service Technician to support the Portland Aluminium Smelter on-site in Portland. You'll help keep critical plant and equipment safe, reliable and ready to perform, working closely with the operations team and driving maintenance improvements.

This newly created role requires practical knowledge of mechanical or mobile equipment, a current HR truck licence, and a commitment to safety and environmental standards.