Job Description

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.

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

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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.

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What We Offer

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Attractive salary + superannuation

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Salary sacrifice options, including novated leasing

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Option of Travel Allowance or Residential Allowance + Living Local Incentive

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

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Opportunity to contribute to continuous improvement and engineering initiatives

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About the Role

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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.

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Your key responsibilities will include:

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Providing mechanical engineering support across workshop maintenance and repair activities

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

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

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Reviewing equipment failures and maintenance issues and identifying opportunities for improvement

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Assisting with root cause analysis and implementation of corrective actions

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Supporting the planning and execution of maintenance and refurbishment projects

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Reviewing engineering drawings, technical specifications and equipment documentation

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

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

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

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Supporting risk assessments, technical investigations and engineering documentation

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

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Contributing to continuous improvement, reliability and maintenance strategies

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Maintaining a robust focus on safety, quality and environmental standards

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About You

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To be successful in this role, you will have:

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Tertiary qualification in Mechanical Engineering

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

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

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Strong understanding of mechanical systems, equipment reliability and maintenance principles

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Experience with engineering assessments, fault finding and root cause analysis

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Ability to interpret engineering drawings, technical specifications and equipment manuals

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Experience developing practical engineering solutions for complex equipment and maintenance issues

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Strong problem-solving and analytical skills

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Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

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

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Strong commitment to health, safety, quality and environmental standards

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A proactive approach with the ability to manage multiple priorities

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Current Australian Driver's Licence

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Previous experience with large mining and earthmoving equipment

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

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Experience with structural repairs, fabrication or equipment modifications

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Experience with reliability engineering or maintenance optimisation

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Experience with engineering or maintenance management systems

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Why Join EPSA?

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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.

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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.

📌 Mechanical Engineer - Mackay Workshop
🏢 EPSA Pacific
📍 Mackay