Technical Specialist - SSAN Equipment

SRG Global Ltd; Australia; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Site service vehicle

Mobile phone

Laptop

Competitive remuneration

Superannuation

2:2 FIFO roster

OEM training

Professional development

Corporate discounts

Safety-focused workplace

Career progression

Job summary

SRG Global is seeking an experienced Technical Specialist – SSAN Equipment to join our Mining Services team in Australia. This role combines hands-on mechanical maintenance with technical leadership to maximise equipment reliability, safety and operational performance on MPU and SSAN assets.

You will work with site teams, OEMs and suppliers to commission new equipment, resolve complex issues and drive continuous improvement across SRG Global's SSAN fleet, while mentoring maintenance personnel

Qualifications

• Trade qualification: Certificate III Engineering – Mechanical or equivalent.
• Experience maintaining Mobile Processing Units (MPUs) or similar explosive delivery equipment.
• Minimum five years’ experience with heavy mobile mining equipment.
• Ability to read electrical schematics and diagnose faults.
• Experience with CMMS and maintenance programs.
• Strong safety, quality and compliance focus.
• Excellent communication and mentoring skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative, scheduled, and breakdown maintenance on MPUs and SSAN equipment.
• Diagnose electrical, mechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic faults to maximise reliability.
• Plan and coordinate maintenance activities, including parts and spares.
• Test, calibrate, and verify MPU safety systems per OEM specs.
• Support commissioning of new and rebuilt equipment.
• Provide technical support and mentoring to site teams.
• Maintain maintenance records and ensure compliance with standards.
• Drive continuous improvement to asset performance.

Skills

Electrical schematics

Fault finding

Hydraulic systems

Pneumatic systems

CMMS experience

Mentoring

Safety compliance

Education

Certificate III Engineering – Mechanical or equivalent

Tools

CMMS

Job description

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SRG Global is seeking an experienced Technical Specialist – SSAN Equipment to join our Mining Services team. This is an exciting opportunity for a trade-qualified HD Fitter to become the technical specialist responsible for the maintenance, repair and optimisation of Mobile Processing Units (MPUs) and Security Sensitive Ammonium Nitrate (SSAN) plant and equipment across our mining operations.

This role combines hands-on mechanical maintenance with technical leadership, providing specialist support to site teams to maximise equipment reliability, safety and operational performance. You will work closely with operational teams, OEMs and equipment suppliers to commission new equipment, resolve complex technical issues, and drive continuous improvement across SRG Global's specialised SSAN equipment fleet.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform preventative, scheduled and breakdown maintenance on Mobile Processing Units (MPUs) and associated Security Sensitive Ammonium Nitrate (SSAN) plant and equipment.
• Diagnose and repair, electrical systems, mechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic faults to maximise equipment reliability and minimise operational downtime.
• Plan, coordinate and execute maintenance activities, including the management of parts, consumables and critical spare components.
• Conduct testing, calibration and verification of MPU safety systems to ensure equipment operates safely and in accordance with OEM specifications.
• Support the commissioning of new and rebuilt equipment, ensuring assets are operationally ready for deployment.
• Provide technical support and mentoring to site maintenance teams while working collaboratively with OEMs and equipment suppliers to resolve complex technical issues.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and ensure all work complies with company standards, legislative requirements and client expectations.
• Identify and implement continuous improvement initiatives to enhance equipment reliability, maintenance efficiency and overall asset performance.

The successful applicant will ideally have:

• Mechanical Trade Qualification (Certificate III Engineering – Mechanical or equivalent).
• Demonstrated experience maintaining Mobile Processing Units (MPUs) or equivalent explosive delivery equipment is essential.
• Minimum five years' experience maintaining heavy mobile equipment within a mining environment.
• Strong ability to read, interpret, and troubleshoot electrical systems using electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical documentation.
• Strong fault-finding and diagnostic skills across mechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
• Experience with preventative maintenance programs and Computerised Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS).
• Experience testing, calibrating and commissioning MPU safety systems in accordance with OEM requirements.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to provide technical support and mentor site maintenance personnel.
• A strong commitment to safety, quality and compliance, with the ability to work independently across multiple mining operations.

About Us

SRG Global is a diversified industrial services company. We bring an engineering mindset to deliver critical services for major industry through our asset maintenance, mining services, engineering and construction businesses, solving complex problems across the entire asset lifecycle.

Within our Mining Services business, SRG Global delivers industry-leading drilling, blasting and explosives services to major mining clients across Australia. Our commitment to safety, innovation and operational excellence is supported by a modern fleet of specialised equipment and a team of experienced professionals dedicated to delivering outstanding outcomes for our clients.

We Offer

• Dedicated site service vehicle provided for work-related travel between SRG Global mining operations.
• Mobile phone and laptop.
• Competitive remuneration package commensurate with experience.
• Superannuation paid on all hours worked.
• Flexible FIFO roster (2:2)
• Opportunity to work on specialised MPU and SSAN equipment across multiple mining operations.
• Ongoing OEM and technical training, with opportunities for professional development.
• Corporate discounts, novated leasing and employee benefits.
• A collaborative, inclusive and safety-focused work environment.
• SRG Global fully support and promote organic growth within our organisation. This is an opportunity to gain further experience and career progression.

SRG Global is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce and strongly encourages applications from women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.