Reliability Engineer - Mechanical

Northern Star Resources Limited; City of Kalgoorlie-Boulder; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Subsidised health insurance

Job summary

Northern Star Resources seeks a Reliability Engineer - Mechanical for its KCGM operation in Kalgoorlie, Western Australia. Reporting to the Senior Reliability Engineer, you will conduct analytical work to identify, quantify and implement trials to improve the performance of fixed plant and equipment.

You will develop maintenance strategies using RCM and FMECA, lead root cause investigations, manage wear life forecasts, and drive improvements through the change management process in collaboration

Qualifications

• Three or more years in reliability sector in mining or similar.
• Knowledge of RCM, FMECA, PM optimization and RCA.
• Strong CMMS and data analysis skills.
• Understanding of condition monitoring techniques.

Responsibilities

• Develop, review and optimise maintenance strategies (RCM/FMECA).
• Lead downtime validation and feed data into reliability reports.
• Lead root cause investigations and drive corrective actions to closure.
• Manage high wear and life forecasts with planning/shutdown teams.
• Lead improvement projects and trials via change control.

Skills

Reliability engineering

RCM

FMECA

Root cause analysis

CMMS

Data analysis

Condition monitoring

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Management of Change

Education

Bachelor of Engineering (Mechanical)

Tools

CMMS

Job description

• Residential role on 5/2, 4/3 9 hour day roster
• Quarterly STI bonus up to $18K per annum, subject to performance + Premium Private Health Insurance
• Be a part of an exciting time at KCGM Fimiston and play a key role within the Reliability space during our plant expansion

We are looking for a Reliability Engineer - Mechanical to join our KCGM operation.

Reporting to the Senior Reliability Engineer - Mechanical you will be conducting analytical work to be used to identify, quantify and implement trials or facilitate activities to improve the overall performance of KCGM’s fixed plant & equipment.

What you can look forward to:

• Develop, review and optimise maintenance strategies using RCM and FMEA/FMECA, making sure failure modes, task content and frequencies match the reliability each asset needs.
• Facilitate the daily validation huddle on downtime and rate loss data logged in loss accounting system, and turn that validated data into input for the weekly and monthly reliability reports.
• Lead root cause investigations into significant and repeat failures, conduct analytical work to identify bad actors and drive defect elimination actions through to closure.
• Own high wear management for your area: review condition inspections against integrity limits, maintain wear rate and remaining life forecasts, and work with Planning and Shutdowns to ensure accurate change out timing.
• Lead improvement projects and trials, managed through the site trial register and the KCGM Management of Change procedure.

Where you’ll add value:

• Three or more years in reliability sector preferably in a mineral processing environment or similar.
• Working knowledge of RCM, FMECA, preventive maintenance optimisation and root cause analysis (5 Why, Apollo, PPS).
• Sound CMMS and data analysis skills.
• Knowledge of condition monitoring techniques and their application.
• Ability to communicate effectively at all levels with excellent presentation skills.
• Sound analytical skills with the ability to diagnose problems and identify solutions.
• Knowledge and application of Management of Change.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Engineering (Mechanical or a related discipline or equivalent experience).
• Subsidised GU Health Insurance for employees and immediate family, including gold-level hospital and ancillary benefits with rebates from 80% -100%.
• Competitive bonus program with quarterly and annual incentive opportunities.
• Employee share plans with free shares and matched contributions.
• Comprehensive parental leave policy and confidential wellbeing support.
• Salary packaging options, including novated leasing and FIFO benefits where applicable.
• Flexible working policy, with arrangements considered based on business and role requirements.

Located in the heart of Western Australia’s Goldfields region, Kalgoorlie is a vibrant regional center with a strong community spirit and rich history dating back to 1893. The town is home to the iconic Super Pit, just a five-minute drive from the town center, and is part of Northern Star’s KCGM Operations. Kalgoorlie offers a wide range of sporting clubs, community groups, and high-quality childcare and schooling options. With a warm year-round climate, residents can enjoy an active outdoor lifestyle and close-knit community, while benefiting from the work-life balance that residential living provides.

About Northern Star Resources

Northern Star is a global-scale gold producer, with operating mines, a development project and exploration programs in Western Australia and Alaska. We own and operate three high-quality production centres: Kalgoorlie, Yandal and Pogo, and one development project, Hemi which are all located in low sovereign risk jurisdictions.

At Northern Star, we’re committed to building a strong and sustainable workforce where our people can contribute to the ongoing success of our operations. You’ll have the opportunity to grow your skills through hands-on, practical experience in a fast-paced, diverse environment alongside leading industry professionals. Guided by our STARR Core Values, we focus on continuous improvement and invest in our people as we evolve and strengthen our business.

Eligibility:

Candidates must meet our pre-employment criteria which includes a medical, drug and alcohol screening, relevant right to work and valid Australian national police clearance.Northern Star is an equal opportunity employer committed to achieving a diverse and inclusive workforce. We encourage people from all backgrounds to apply.