Job Description
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8 days on, 6 days off, Permanent Position
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FIFO from Melbourne or DIDO regional or relocation support available
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Join Iluka's recent 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.
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Iluka's Balranald operation is located just outside of Balranald township in regional south-western NSW.
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You can choose to reside locally, drive-in drive-out from towns within the regional area, or fly-in fly-out from Melbourne or Sydney.
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Relocation assistance will be provided to the preferred candidate if required.
About the role n
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.
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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.
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Reporting directly to the Maintenance Manager, the main responsibilities of this role include:
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Manage, analyse, and report on downtime data
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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
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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
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Review asset maintenance strategies & oversee maintenance strategy, development & optimisation
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Develop and implement Asset Management standards and processes
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Technical support in solving complex problems affecting asset performance
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Coach and mentor maintenance teams on asset management and reliability best practice
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About you n
To be successful for this role, you will have:
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An engineering degree or related discipline, complemented by a trade background, will be highly regarded
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Previous demonstrated experience in a mining or processing environment
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High level attention to detail
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Demonstrated commitment to continuous improvement and team engagement
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A high level of proficiency with Excel and other software packages including SAP would be highly regarded
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Our offer to you n
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Be involved in the development of a new mine with new mining methods
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Family friendly 8:6 roster
FIFO/DIDO/Residential
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Besupported through an inclusive andcollaborative culture
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Opportunities for training and professional development
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Up to 18 weeks paid parental leave
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Competitive remuneration package including allowances and bonus structure
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Company share matching scheme
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Attractive relocation assistance packages for those interested
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We are committed to upholding our Business Values, supporting equal opportunities, gender equality and cultural diversity.
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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.
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If you share our values of Integrity, Respect, Courage, Accountability and Collaboration; and you have the skills and experience to help us to succeed and deliver sustainable value.
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Full working rights in Australia are required for you to be eligible to apply for this role.
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Applications Close – 23rd of October ****
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📌 Reliability Engineer (Melbourne)
🏢 Iluka Resources
📍 Melbourne