EPSA is a global, family-owned business with over 60 years of experience in the mining, civil and earthmoving industries. Operating across several countries, we provide high-quality equipment, maintenance and support services to the resources and heavy industry sectors.

We are currently seeking an experienced and motivated Mechanical Engineer to join our team at our Mackay Workshop on a full-time basis.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing Australian operation and work alongside an experienced team supporting the maintenance, reliability and performance of heavy mining and earthmoving equipment.

What We Offer

Attractive salary + superannuation

Salary sacrifice options, including novated leasing

Option of Travel Allowance or Residential Allowance + Living Local Incentive

Opportunity to work across a diverse range of heavy mining and earthmoving equipment

Opportunity to contribute to continuous improvement and engineering initiatives

About the Role

Reporting to the Maintenance Superintendent, the Mechanical Engineer will provide technical and engineering support to the workshop and maintenance teams, with a focus on equipment reliability, maintenance improvement and engineering solutions.

Your key responsibilities will include:

Providing mechanical engineering support across workshop maintenance and repair activities

Supporting the inspection, assessment, repair and modification of heavy earthmoving and mining equipment

Developing practical engineering solutions to improve equipment reliability, safety and performance

Reviewing equipment failures and maintenance issues and identifying opportunities for improvement





Assisting with root cause analysis and implementation of corrective actions

Supporting the planning and execution of maintenance and refurbishment projects

Reviewing engineering drawings, technical specifications and equipment documentation

Assisting with the design and implementation of modifications, repairs and structural improvements

Working closely with trades, maintenance personnel and management to ensure engineering solutions are practical and effective

Ensuring engineering activities comply with relevant Australian Standards, legislation and company requirements

Supporting risk assessments, technical investigations and engineering documentation

Monitoring equipment performance and identifying opportunities to reduce downtime and maintenance costs

Contributing to continuous improvement, reliability and maintenance strategies

Maintaining a solid focus on safety, quality and environmental standards

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have:

Tertiary qualification in Mechanical Engineering

Relevant experience in mining, heavy industry, earthmoving or mobile equipment environments

Experience supporting the maintenance, repair or refurbishment of heavy mobile equipment





Strong understanding of mechanical systems, equipment reliability and maintenance principles

Experience with engineering assessments, fault finding and root cause analysis

Ability to interpret engineering drawings, technical specifications and equipment manuals

Experience developing practical engineering solutions for complex equipment and maintenance issues

Strong problem-solving and analytical skills

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to work collaboratively with trades, maintenance teams and operational personnel

Strong commitment to health, safety, quality and environmental standards

A proactive approach with the ability to manage multiple priorities

Current Australian Driver's Licence

Previous experience with large mining and earthmoving equipment

Experience with excavators, loaders, dozers or other heavy mobile equipment

Experience with structural repairs, fabrication or equipment modifications

Experience with reliability engineering or maintenance optimisation

Experience with engineering or maintenance management systems

Why Join EPSA?

At EPSA, we recognise that our people are our greatest asset. This is an opportunity to join a growing organisation where your engineering expertise can have a direct impact on equipment reliability, maintenance performance and operational outcomes.

You will work closely with an experienced workshop and maintenance team and have the opportunity to develop practical engineering solutions across a diverse range of heavy mining and earthmoving equipment.

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📌 Mechanical Engineer - Mackay Workshop
🏢 EPSA Pacific
📍 Mackay