Power Generation Operator Maintainer

ATCO Australia; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Access to additional purchased leave

Salary Sacrifice options

Employee Share Purchase Plan

Discounts including health insurance

Job summary

ATCO Australia invites applications for a Production Specialist (Operator/Maintainer) to join the Osborne Cogeneration (Combined Cycle) Power Plant in South Australia. Based at a key generation site, you will operate and maintain high‑pressure boiler and turbine systems, contributing to safe, reliable plant performance.

This full-time role involves maintenance planning, on-site administration and working within a dynamic, multi-skilled team to support continuous operation and efficiency.

Qualifications

• Trade or technical qualification in a relevant discipline.
• Minimum of 5 years' experience in power station operations or heavy industrial environments.
• Boiler and Turbine operation licences desirable.
• Strong problem-solving, communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain boiler, turbine and related plant systems in line with safety and licensing requirements.
• Perform routine, planned and unplanned maintenance to maximise availability and efficiency.
• Ensure plant dispatch complies with contractual obligations and AEMO instructions.
• Prepare work permits, risk assessments and manage isolations in the Work Management System.
• Develop and implement standard operating and maintenance procedures.
• Act as permit holder for on-site activities and coordinate contractors when required.
• Monitor spare parts and consumables in the Maintenance Management System.
• Participate in and possibly lead projects while maintaining a safe and clean work environment.

Skills

Power plant operations

Heavy industry

Boiler operation

Education

Trade or technical qualification

Tools

Work Management System

Maintenance Management System

Job description

As ATCO continues to invest in and operate critical energy infrastructure across Australia, opportunities like this don't come along often.

We're seeking an experienced Production Specialist (Operator/Maintainer) to join our Osborne Cogeneration (Combined Cycle) Power Plant in South Australia. Based at one of ATCO's key power generation sites, you'll be part of a close-knit team responsible for the operation and maintenance of a high-performing generation facility. This is a full-time, permanent opportunity working across a continuous rotating shift roster.

The Role

Reporting to the Production Manager, the successful candidate will be responsible for the safe and efficient operation of the boiler, turbine and associated plant systems, including responding to plant upsets and equipment failures. As a key member of the site team, you will also contribute to the ongoing maintenance, administration and overall management of the power station, supporting its safe, reliable and efficient performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain the station’s high-pressure boiler, turbine and associated equipment in accordance with safety and licensing requirements, responding to operational issues as they arise.
• Perform routine, planned and unplanned maintenance activities, including repairs, equipment upkeep and troubleshooting, to maximise station availability, reliability and efficiency.
• Ensure plant dispatch complies with contractual obligations, Australian Energy Market (AEM) rules and Australian Energy Market Operator (AEMO) instructions.
• Adhere to the station’s Work Management System, including the preparation of work permits, risk assessments and the management of isolations.
• Develop, review and implement standard operating and maintenance procedures to support safe and efficient plant operations.
• Act as the permit holder for on-site work activities, including coordinating and overseeing contractors and service providers when required.
• Monitor and manage spare parts and consumables inventories, maintaining accurate records within the station’s Maintenance Management System.
• Participate in, and occasionally lead, station projects of varying size and complexity, while undertaking general housekeeping and administrative duties to maintain a safe, clean and efficient work environment.

About You

• A trade or technical qualification in a relevant discipline.
• A minimum of 5 years' experience in power station operations or a similar heavy industrial environment.
• Boiler and Turbine Operation High-Risk Licences are desirable.
• A flexible, results-oriented and self-motivated approach, with the ability to adapt to a dynamic, multi-skilled environment.
• The ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a small team.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with a proactive approach to problem solving and continuous improvement.

What We Offer

• Access to additional purchased leave
• Salary Sacrifice options
• Employee Share Purchase Plan
• Access to corporate discounts, including health insurance

Why ATCO?

At ATCO, we are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected and empowered to bring their whole selves to work. We celebrate diversity and are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, welcoming applications from people of all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, women and individuals from diverse communities.