Experience with reciprocating or screw compressors? We'd love to hear from you.
2wks on 2 wks off - DIDO, or FIFO ex BNE or Live Locally
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About the role:
Bring your mechanical know-how to Talinga and play a hands-on role in keeping critical plant safe, reliable and running at its best. You'll tackle maintenance, troubleshooting and equipment reliability, with experience working on rotating equipment, particularly reciprocating compressors or screw compressors, highly regarded.
2wks on 2 wks off - DIDO, or FIFO ex Brisbane - or Live Locally (Chinchilla region)
Why the role matters?
Keep critical gas and water plant
safe, reliable and performing at its best
through proactive maintenance.
Troubleshoot
rotating equipment, gas engines, compressors and other mechanical equipment
to get plant back into service.
Plan and deliver preventative maintenance, including preparing
JSEAs, permits and work activities
for protected execution.
Respond to planned and unplanned maintenance needs, helping maximise
asset availability and reliability
.
Share your knowledge, support teammates and apprentices, and contribute ideas that improve
safety, procedures and the way we work
.
What will you bring?
A
Certificate III in Engineering - Mechanical Trade
and a current driver's licence.
Hands-on mechanical maintenance experience, with exposure to
gas engines, rotating equipment, high-pressure compression or complex control systems
highly regarded.
Strong troubleshooting skills and a practical,
safety-first approach
to identifying and solving plant issues.




Confidence using computer-based maintenance systems, with experience in
SAP
relevant to work orders and materials management.
A collaborative, positive approach with the ability to work independently, build strong relationships and contribute to
continuous improvement
So, why join us?
Discounted Origin products benefits for employees, including Electrical, Gas and Internet offers!
21 weeks of paid parental leave for primary carers with flexible return options.
Competitive salary + annual performance bonus + performance based reviews
Origin 360 Electric Vehicles (EV) employee subscription offers a fantastic range of EVs, with flexible month-to-month plans and no lock-in contract.
Free and confidential counselling for employees and family members.
A great high energy team, that encourages interesting, rewarding, and engaging work!
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We are committed to fostering a diverse, gender equitable workforce, where everyone is welcome, and all applications are evaluated on merit and potential. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples, people living with disabilities, culturally diverse people, any stage in life, people with intersex variations and people within LGBTQ+ communities, including trans and gender diverse.
Enjoy a challenging career in an exciting industry where you can grow and explore your potential. If you think you have transferable skills, an appetite to learn and would be a great fit, we'd love to hear from you.
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Background checks may be required to determine your suitability for this position as part of the recruitment process and during your employment. These checks may include police checks, AusCheck, medical assessment and/or drug and alcohol testing.
Please note unsolicited CVs from agencies will not be accepted.
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