About The Role

We are seeking a highly motivated and safety-focused Mechanical Operations and Maintenance Technician to join our team at Telfer Power Station.

This is an exciting prospect to play a vital role in ensuring the reliable and efficient operation and maintenance of the plant.

Telfer is supported by 2 power stations: The Primary Power station consists of 3 x GE LM6000PC Open Cycle Gas Turbines and the Secondary consists of x3 Wartsila and x2 EMD Diesel Generator sets. Telfer Power Stations supplies the Telfer Mine Site and all associated facilities and is situated in the Pilbara region of Western Australia.

The role is a FIFO position working day shift only on an 8 days on and 6 days off roster based out of Perth.

When you work for us, you get the chance to join nearly 55,000 people all driven by a common purpose your partner for sustainable energy solutions.

We’re excited about the challenges ahead. If you ask us, there’s never been a more rewarding time to work in the energy and resources sectors.

Who We Are

As an international subsidiary of the SPIE Group present in around 20 countries in Europe, Africa, Asia Pacific, the Middle East and North America, SPIE Global Services Energy operates across the entire energy production infrastructure value chain, from Design to maintenance.

SPIE Global Services Energy helps players in the oil, gas and renewable energies industries improve the technical performance of their infrastructure, increase their energy efficiency and reduce their carbon footprint.

This role sits within in our Power Services division which provides operations and maintenance services to over 30 power generation assets across Australia.



Guided by our vision - working together to deliver a sustainable and low-carbon energy future - SPIE Power Services is a leading asset management partner for complex and critical infrastructure.

Trusted for performance - Managing today, Protecting tomorrow, Protected hands, Simple Solutions.

Join us and help drive innovation and sustainability in our projects.

What You’ll Do

- Proactively maintain a safe working environment
- Assist in plant start-ups and shutdowns where required
- Performing routine, preventative, corrective maintenance
- Effectively utilise provided systems, processes and resources to ensure that SPIE and our client’s business objectives are achieved
- Assist in fostering a culture of continuous improvement by identifying improvements in maintenance activities and processes
- Conduct plant inspections and unit return to service walk downs
- Ensure SPIE HSE standards are implemented and achieved
- Assess risks and hazards involved in tasks and methods to manage hazards and prevent incidents and injury
- Identify and report details of all non-conforming work in order to prevent future non-conformances
- Develop with the work group JHA’s and risk assessments for tasks being undertaken

What you'll have

Qualifications

- Experience operating and maintaining gas turbine generators




- Previous experience within the Power industry
- Mechanical aptitude
- Exposure to PLC’s and Plant Control Systems
- High level diagnostic and fault-finding capabilities
- Demonstrable knowledge and practical site HSE legislation and duty of care
- Current C class manual drivers’ license
- Ability to obtain police clearance

Desirable

- GE LM6000 Gas Turbine familiarly
- Computer skills Word/ Excel/ SAP and ability to learn different operating systems
- High-risk licenses for Forklift, EWP, Dogging and Rigging
- Supervised Gas Fitter Qualification - Type B appliance

Why you should apply

- Family-friendly 8 on 6 off roster
- Flights out of Perth
- Competitive remuneration & benefits package
- Opportunities for personal and professional development and career growth.

Moving Forward together

As a leading global asset management partner, we create an inclusive and caring workplace where every person feels valued, recognised, and supported to thrive.

We prioritise safety and wellbeing, nurture a culture of genuine care, and empower our people with meaningful career progression across our global organisation.

We offer a flexible approach to working, because our people are safer, healthier, and more productive when they can balance work with life.

Please note that our recruitment process includes standard background checks, which may involve a pre-employment medical assessment. In certain cases, candidates may also be required to provide a valid police clearance certificate. These steps help ensure we maintain a protected and compliant workplace.

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📌 Operations and Maintenance Technician - Mechanical (Newman)
🏢 SPIE Power Services
📍 Newman