Join Australia's first fully integrated rare earths refinerySite-based, Eneabba, WA Iluka Resources is a leading global producer of critical minerals, zircon and high-grade titanium dioxide feedstocks.
In partnership with the Australian Government, Iluka is developing Australia's first fully integrated rare earths refinery at Eneabba in Western Australia's Mid-West.
The refinery will produce both light and heavy separated rare earth oxides, supporting diversified global supply chains for minerals essential to defence, renewable energy, anything with an electric motor, robotics and advanced technologies.About the roleWe are seeking experienced Mechanical Technicians and Advanced Mechanical Technicians to join our team at the Eneabba Rare Earths Refinery.
Reporting to the Maintenance Coordinator, you will help commission and ramp up the refinery, establishing reliable mechanical systems and maintenance practices that support safe and efficient operations.As the plant transitions into steady-state production, you will perform preventive, corrective and breakdown maintenance across a wide range of fixed plant equipment, supporting safe, compliant, reliable and productive plant operation.
Your work will be critical in maximising equipment reliability, plant availability and operational performance.This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in the refinery's future, with new camp accommodation and facilities provided.Key responsibilities:Commission and start up current mechanical equipment and systems, supporting testing, inspections and operational readiness activitiesInspect, service, maintain, troubleshoot and repair fixed plant equipment,



including pumps, valves, hydraulics, evaporators, mixers, settlers, thickeners, pneumatics and associated processing equipmentPerform preventive, corrective and breakdown maintenance activities to improve equipment reliability and plant availabilityApply isolations, permits to work and secure maintenance practices while carrying out maintenance activitiesContribute to continuous improvement initiatives that enhance safety, reliability and operational performanceRecord accurate maintenance history in SAP and complete quality handovers with operational and maintenance teamsAbout youTo be successful in this role, you will have:A Mechanical Fitter trade qualificationExperience maintaining, troubleshooting and repairing fixed plant equipment in an industrial, processing or mining environmentExperience commissioning, servicing, aligning and overhauling mechanical equipment, including pumps, valves, hydraulics and pneumaticsStrong fault-finding, diagnostic and problem-solving skillsThe ability to read and interpret technical manuals, equipment drawings and hydraulic circuit diagramsExperience with condition monitoring techniques, including vibration analysis and oil sampling, is advantageousWhite Card, Forklift, Elevating Work Platform, Working at Heights, Non-slewing crane, Confined Space and Dogman qualifications or licencesPrevious SAP maintenance experience is highly desirableA strong commitment to safety, procedural discipline, equipment reliability and teamworkApplications close: 16 October ****"We respect and encourage diversity in a workforce that reflects our communities."
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📌 Mechanical Technician (Western Australia)
🏢 Iluka Resources
📍 Western Australia