Brightstar Resources is a energetic ASX listed gold company committed to a Gold Standard of excellence, creating value through exploration, development, mining and production across Western Australia’s premier goldfields.
We are the proud owner and operator of the Fish Gold Mine and the expanded Sandstone district, home to the region’s largest Mineral Resource inventory (2.4Moz @ 1.5g/t Au). With construction of our Laverton Processing Facility now well underway, we are progressing the development of our open pits and expanding our underground operations as we move towards production.
With a commanding land position and a clear strategy for growth, Brightstar is building a significant gold operation in Western Australia. This is an exciting opportunity to join the team at a pivotal stage and play a key role in shaping the future of our growing operation.
About the role:
Construction of our gold processing facility and associated infrastructure is well underway at our site near Laverton, WA. We are seeking an experienced Operational Readiness Mechanical Engineer to join our team on an 8/6 roster/hybrid in the office when required. This role will ensure the long-term asset integrity of the plant within the operational readiness phase, by preventing premature failures during the ramp up phase and safeguarding the site-based team has the tools and data to fix equipment quickly.
Key responsibilities
- Tactical Development:
Develop maintenance strategies and FMECA (Failure Modes, Effects, and Criticality Analysis) for critical mechanical assets like primary crushers, gyratory screens, and leach tank agitators.
- CMMS Integration: Support the build of mechanical asset hierarchy and preventative maintenance (PM) schedules and Bills of Materials (BOMs) for loading into the CMMS.
- Lubrication Management: Establish a site wide Lubrication Schedule and contamination control standards for all rotating equipment.
- First Fill & Insurance Spares: Identify and procure critical insurance spares (e.g., mill pinion bearings, spare pump wet-ends, and conveyor gearboxes).
- As Built Documentation: Review and verify all mechanical data sheets, structural certifications, and pressure vessel registrations.
- Commissioning Support: Support operational readiness activities during Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) and site commissioning to ensure maintainability.
About you:
- Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering.
- Experienced in mineral processing, ideally with experience in Large-Scale Grinding Circuits and slurry handling.
- Proficiency in ISO 55001 Asset Management and root cause analysis (RCA) methodologies.
What we offer:
- Competitive salary
- Bonus incentive
- Supportive and inclusive team
- Owner Operator
Apply now to be considered for this exciting opportunity and join the Brightstar team!