Reliability Engineer

Harmony Australasia; Sydney; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free gym membership

Pool membership

Salary packaging options

Quarterly bonus

DIDO/FIFO accommodation

Job summary

Harmony Australasia seeks a highly skilled Reliability Engineer for CSA Mine in New South Wales. You will enhance the reliability and performance of mining equipment, develop maintenance strategies, and drive continuous improvement to maximize uptime.

The role requires experience in underground mining reliability and proficiency with RCM, FMEA, and CMMS. You will work with maintenance and operations to optimize schedules, uphold safety standards, and contribute to a sustainable mining culture.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Mining Engineering (or related field).
• Proven experience in a reliability engineering role within the mining industry, preferably underground.
• Strong knowledge of reliability-centered maintenance (RCM) and failure modes and effects analysis (FMEA).
• Experience with CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management Systems) and data analysis tools.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to perform root cause analysis.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Commitment to safety and sustainability.

Responsibilities

• Be an integral member of the reliability engineering team to achieve operational excellence.
• Develop, implement, and monitor reliability strategies for mining equipment and infrastructure.
• Conduct root cause analysis of equipment failures and implement corrective actions.
• Collaborate with maintenance and operations teams to optimize maintenance schedules and procedures.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance equipment reliability and availability.
• Develop and manage KPIs related to equipment reliability and maintenance.
• Ensure compliance with safety, health, and environmental regulations.

Skills

Reliability engineering

FMEA

RCM

Data analysis

CMMS

Root cause analysis

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical or Mining Engineering

Tools

CMMS

Data analysis tools

Job description

The CSA Mine is located 11 kilometres north-west of Cobar, central western New South Wales. At 1.9 kilometres deep, it is one of Australia’s deepest underground mines and is Australia’s highest-grade copper mine.

Harmony is the largest gold producer by volume in South Africa and is a significant operator of gold tailings retreatment facilities. CSA Mine has recently joined Harmony Australasia, marking the beginning of an exciting new chapter. The acquisition underpins Harmony’s strategy to expand its Australasian footprint and establish a strong, diversified copper portfolio, complemented by the Eva Copper Mine Project in Queensland, currently under construction, and set to become the state’s largest open‑pit copper mine upon commissioning. In Papua New Guinea, Harmony owns and operates the Hidden Valley mine and owns 50% of the Tier 1 Wafi-Golpu copper-gold project. These assets are supported by the Harmony Australasia regional corporate office located in Milton, Brisbane.

About the Role:

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Reliability Engineer to join our dynamic team at our underground copper mine. In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for enhancing the reliability and performance of mining equipment and processes. Your expertise will be crucial in driving continuous improvement initiatives, ensuring maximum operational efficiency, and minimizing downtime.

Key Responsibilities:

Be an integral member of the reliability engineering team to achieve operational excellence.

Develop, implement, and monitor reliability strategies for mining equipment and infrastructure.

Conduct root cause analysis of equipment failures and implement corrective actions.

Collaborate with maintenance and operations teams to optimize maintenance schedules and procedures.

Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance equipment reliability and availability.

Develop and manage key performance indicators (KPIs) related to equipment reliability and maintenance.

Ensure compliance with safety, health, and environmental regulations.

About You

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Mining Engineering (or related field).

Proven experience in a reliability engineering role within the mining industry, preferably in an underground setting.

Strong knowledge of reliability-centered maintenance (RCM) and failure modes and effects analysis (FMEA).

Experience with CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management Systems) and data analysis tools.

Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to perform root cause analysis.

Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Commitment to safety and sustainability.

This is an 8:6 days roster, and commute options include residential, DIDO or FIFO direct from Brisbane or Sydney. Candidates interested in DIDO or FIFO will be provided with commute single accommodation and meals at the mine camp.

Eligibility to participate in quarterly bonus

Salary packaging options

Free gym and pool membership

We thank all applicants for your interest and the time taken to submit your application. While we consider all suitable applicants, only those short-listed for interview will be contacted.

Please note: All candidates must have the right to live and work in Australia and will be required to undertake a comprehensive pre-employment medical screen, including drug and alcohol testing.

To learn more about Harmony and CSA Mine, please visit: https://www.harmony.co.za/operations/australia/csa-copper-mine/