Service Technicians

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly rates plus site Pen

Site bonus, travel, accommodation and;

Ongoing training & career progression

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Fitness Passport access

Job summary

NEPEAN Conveyors is seeking experienced Mechanical Service Technicians to join our field service teams across Australia. You will work on conveyor systems, performing installation, maintenance, shutdowns and commissioning at mining, steel, ports and other heavy industrial sites.

The role is based in Bathurst/Lithgow NSW with on-call duties. Ideal candidates have trade qualifications (Fitter/Boilermaker), mining inductions, and strong mechanical skills, with on-site safety certifications and a

Qualifications

• Australian Trade Qualification or equivalent in fitting/boilermaking.
• Mining inductions (Order 45 or equivalent) are essential.
• On-site experience on mining/industrial sites is highly advantageous.
• Full driver’s license and willingness for on-call work.

Responsibilities

• Represent NEPEAN on customer sites for service activities.
• Manage equipment breakdowns and customer concerns on site.
• Conveyors installation, maintenance and component replacements.
• Assist with alignment, commissioning and shutdown maintenance.
• Complete service reports and project documentation.
• Provide on-site maintenance support and occasional workshop tasks.
• Work safely in line with site procedures.

Skills

Excellent communication

On-site problem solving

Safe working practices

Strong mechanical aptitude

Education

Australian Trade Qualification (Fitter/Boilermaker)

Mining inductions (Order 45 or equivalent)

Tools

Forklift cert

Dogging cert

EWP cert

Confined Space cert

Working at heights cert

Job description

NEPEAN Conveyors (a division of NEPEAN) 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 currently seeking experienced Mechanical Service Technicians to join our growing field service teams. 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.

This 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 based in the Bathurst / Lithgow areas in NSW, to provide 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 candidates for this position will have:

• Australian Trade Qualifications (Fitter, Boilermaker or similar)
• Previous Conveyor systems maintenance experience (Highly advantageous)
• Previous experience working on mining sites (Highly advantageous)
• Order 45 medical or equivalent mining inductions (Essential)
• Full Driver's License - as 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)
• Confined Space certification (or willingness to obtain)
• Working at heights certification (or willingness to obtain)

The Benefits we offer:

• A professional and friendly team working environment.
• Competitive rates plus penalties and site allowances
• Site bonus, 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.