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Reliability Engineer

Lluka Resources - Balranald, NSW

Engineering

Source: uWorkin We are seeking an experienced Reliability Engineer to join Iluka's Maintenance team. The permanent position will provide the successful candidate with a unique opportunity to contribute to value optimisation throughout the project lifecycle.

At Balranald, the processing plant incorporates a range of essential processes, including screening, de-sliming, thickening, spirals, flotation, and magnetic separation. The operation also includes horizontal drill rigs and a diverse range of mobile equipment.

Reporting directly to the Maintenance Manager, the main responsibilities of this role include:

- Manage, analyse, and report on downtime data
- Facilitate proactive maintenance program by applying Reliability Engineering tools Including Failure Mode Effect & Criticality Analysis (FMECA), Root Cause Analysis (RCA), 5 Why's Analysis, Reliability Centred Maintenance (RCM), Weibull analysis & defect eliminations
- Minimise production downtime by investigating failure events and perform detailed analysis on plant & equipment availability, reliability & maintainability to identify and rectify equipment and operational defects
- Review asset maintenance strategies & oversee maintenance strategy, development & optimisation
- Develop and implement Asset Management standards and processes
- Technical support in solving complex problems affecting asset performance
- Coach and mentor maintenance teams on asset management and reliability best practice

About The Employer Join Iluka's new Balranald Operation that deploys a novel, remotely operated, underground mining technology based on Horizontal Direction Drilling platforms to extract ore. Balranald deposit is one of the highest-grade mineral sands deposits in the world,



containing significant quantities of titanium minerals rutile and zircon, as well as smaller but material quantities of rare earths. About The Candidate To be successful for this role, you will have:

- An engineering degree or related discipline, complemented by a trade background, will be highly regarded
- Previous demonstrated experience in a mining or processing environment
- High level attention to detail
- Demonstrated commitment to continuous improvement and team engagement
- A high level of proficiency with Excel and other software packages including SAP would be highly regarded, Applicants will be required to meet Iluka's pre-employment criteria which includes a medical, drug and alcohol screening and hold a valid motor vehicle driver's license.

Work Environment

- Be involved in the development of a recent mine with new mining methods
- Family friendly 8:6 roster FIFO/DIDO/Residential
- Be supported through an inclusive and collaborative culture
- Opportunities for training and professional development
- Up to 18 weeks paid parental leave
- Competitive remuneration package including allowances and bonus structure
- Company share matching scheme
- Attractive relocation assistance packages for those interested

We are committed to upholding our Business Values, supporting equal opportunities, gender equality and cultural diversity.

Opportunity Type Lluka Resources

Balranald, NSW

Engineering





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