Service Technicians

Nepean (AU); Gulgong; On-site; AUD 39,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Site bonus

Travel and accommodation provided

Meals provided when away

Ongoing training and development

Career progression opportunities

Employee Assistance Program

Fitness Passport access

Job summary

NEPEAN Conveyors is seeking experienced Mechanical Service Technicians to join our field service teams across Australia. You will be involved in installation, maintenance, shutdowns and commissioning of conveyor systems at mining, steel, ports, quarrying and heavy industrial sites.

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

Qualifications

• Australian Trade Qualifications (Fitter, Boilermaker or similar).
• Previous Conveyor systems maintenance experience (advantageous).
• Previous mining site experience (advantageous).
• Driver’s license (on-call readiness may be required).
• Forklift, dogging, EWP, confined space and heights certifications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Represent NEPEAN Conveyors on customer sites during service activities.
• Manage customer concerns and equipment breakdowns on site.
• Carry out conveyor installation and maintenance activities.
• Install and replace rollers, idlers, pulleys and belt cleaners.
• Perform pulley and drive component change-outs.
• Align and commission conveyor systems.
• Handle shutdown maintenance and breakdown response.
• Conduct mechanical inspections and condition assessments.
• Follow site and company safety procedures; complete service reports.

Skills

Mechanical background

Field service

Mining site experience

On-call readiness

Education

Trade qualification (Fitter/Boilermaker)

Tools

Forklift certification

Dogging certification

EWP certification

Confined Space certification

Working at heights certification

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 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 to join the teams based in the Gulgong / Mudgee area to provide 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 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.