Service Technicians

Nepean; Bathurst; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly rate

Travel, accommodation and meals when远

Overtime opportunities

Ongoing training

Career progression

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

NEPEAN Conveyors is seeking Mechanical Service Technicians to join our field service team in the Bathurst/Lithgow region. You will work across mining, steel, ports, quarrying and heavy industrial sites, performing installation, maintenance, shutdowns and commissioning of conveyor systems.

The role suits mechanically minded tradespeople who enjoy site work, problem solving and projects across Australia. Competitive hourly rates, within a supportive team and with ongoing training opportunities.

Qualifications

• Trade qualification as a fitter, boiler maker or equivalent.
• Experience in conveyor maintenance and site services is highly advantageous.
• Full Driver’s License; on-call may be required.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; ability to solve problems.
• Willingness to obtain additional certifications as needed.

Responsibilities

• Represent NEPEAN Conveyors on customer sites during service activities.
• Manage equipment breakdowns and site concerns.
• Install and maintain conveyors, replace rollers, pulleys and belt cleaners.
• Perform alignment, commissioning and shutdown maintenance on systems.
• Complete service reports and project documentation; support on-site maintenance.

Skills

Mechanical trades background

Problem solving

Communication skills

On-site service experience

Safety awareness

Education

Mechanical Trade Qualification (Fitter/Boilermaker)

Tools

Forklift certification

Dogging certification

EWP certification

Working at heights certification

Mining inductions (Order 45)

Full Driver's License

Job description

NEPEAN Conveyors(a division ofNEPEAN™) provides fully engineered turnkey conveying and materials handling solutions, from concept to commissioning for some of the world's largest mining companies. Established in 1985, it manufactures and markets conveyor components including pulleys, idlers, rapid advance-rapid retreat components and drive-heads, and provides on-site installation, maintenance, and relocation of conveyor installations.

NEPEAN Conveyors is seeking experienced Mechanical Service Technicians to join our growing field service team. Working across mining, steel, ports, quarrying, and heavy industrial sites, you will be involved in the installation, maintenance, shutdown, and commissioning of conveyor systems and associated equipment.

his is an excellent opportunity for mechanically minded tradespeople who enjoy site work, problem solving, and working on major projects throughout Australia.

We have exciting opportunities for Service Technicians to join the team, based in the Bathurst/Lithgow area, with regular client support.

Daily duties will include:

• Represent NEPEAN Conveyors while engaged by our customers on their sites for service activities
• Manage customer concerns and equipment breakdowns on site
• Conveyor installation and maintenance activities
• Installation and replacement of rollers, idlers, pulleys, and belt cleaners
• Pulley and drive component change-outs
• Conveyor structure assembly and modifications
• Alignment and commissioning of conveyor systems
• Shutdown maintenance and breakdown response
• Mechanical inspections and condition assessments
• Working safely in accordance with site and company procedures
• Completing service reports and project documentation
• Provide support for maintenance on site
• Undertake works as required, in addition to inspections and troubleshooting
• Some internal workshop responsibilities when not in the field

The ideal candidate for this position would have:

• Mechanical Trade Qualification (Fitter, Boilermaker or similar)
• Conveyor maintenance experience, and conveyor knowledge highly advantageous
• Full Driver’s License – you may be required to be on call at times
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills
• The ability to strategically evaluate and solve complex problems
• Forklift certification or willingness to obtain
• Dogging certification or willingness to obtain
• EWP certification or willingness to obtain
• Working at heights certification or willingness to obtain
• Order 45 or equivalent mining inductions

The Benefits we offer:

• A professional and friendly team working environment.
• Competitive rates plus penalties and site allowances
• Overtime opportunities available
• Travel, accommodation and meals provided when working away
• Variety of work across mining, industrial, steel, and port operations
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Career progression to Leading Hand or Supervisor roles
• Long-term employment opportunities with a growing business
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP), well-being assistance that’s free for all the family.
• Access to Fitness Passport – giving you and your family affordable entry to a wide range of gyms, pools and fitness centre

If you are a reliable and motivated individual with a strong mechanical background and a willingness to take on challenging projects. You take pride in your workmanship, have a positive attitude, and enjoy working within a high-performing team, we would love to hear from you!

In return for your efforts, you will be rewarded with a competitive hourly rate, become part of an experienced team, have a great working environment, and have enviable career opportunities.