Who We Are

Zinfra is a leading partner in the design, build, operation and maintenance of Australia’s energy and utilities infrastructure. Delivering an annual portfolio of more than $1.2 billion, our work helps keep energy flowing safely and reliably to communities across Australia while supporting the nation’s energy transition.

With a workforce of more than 2,800 people, we deliver complex infrastructure, asset management and field services across Australia’s east coast. Our people draw on deep industry experience, an unwavering commitment to safety, and practical innovation to deliver the right outcomes for our clients and communities.

About The Role

Join the team at Atlas Compressor Station near Wandoan, QLD, a critical facility in the Surat Basin gas network. As the Mechanical Technician on shift, you'll work alongside Operations and E&I; teams to maintain and repair gas engines, compressors and associated plant.

This hands-on role includes planned maintenance, fault finding, breakdown response and project work across a range of rotating equipment. It's a great opportunity to build specialist skills in the gas industry while working in a small, supportive team.

- 8/6 DIDO roster
- Accommodation provided in Wandoan while on swing
- Suitable for candidates based in the Western Downs, Darling Downs or Maranoa regions

Key Responsibilities Include

- Carry out planned and corrective maintenance on Waukesha gas engines, reciprocating and screw compressors, and the station's process and utility plant.
- Diagnose faults and complete repairs safely and efficiently.




- Maintain high-pressure gas and process equipment.
- Support shutdowns, commissioning and improvement projects.
- Participate in on-call and emergency response activities as required.
- Follow permit, isolation and safety procedures and maintain accurate maintenance records.

About You You're a qualified mechanical tradesperson who likes practical, hands-on work and takes pride in doing the job properly. You're comfortable working on your own or as part of a small crew, you stay calm when equipment goes down, and you see problems through until they're fixed. You will bring:

- A mechanical trade qualification (mechanical fitter, diesel fitter or heavy plant mechanic).
- Current driver's licence.
- Experience maintaining gas engines, compressors or other rotating equipment in gas, oil, mining, power generation or heavy industrial plant.
- Sound understanding of permits, isolations and safe work practices.
- Strong fault-finding skills and the confidence to make good decisions in the field.
- Reliable, accountable and team-minded, with a willingness to learn and share knowledge.

Highly regarded

- Experience with Waukesha engines and gas compressors.
- Exposure to TEG, GEAs, or air compressor packages.




- Hazardous area experience.
- Laser alignment and condition monitoring

Why Work With Us What we do matters. Delivering safe and reliable energy makes a difference to people's lives across Australia every day, and we're proud to keep communities connected while preparing the nation for a renewable future.

Benefits

At Atlas, you'll develop specialist expertise on a contemporary compressor station and work alongside experienced people in a supportive team. We're a certified family-friendly workplace and offer a range of benefits that support our people at work and outside it, including:

- 8/6 DIDO roster with accommodation provided in Wandoan and six days off at home each swing
- Recognition through our Incentivise program
- Paid parental leave and universal reproductive health leave

We know Zinfra is a great place to belong, but don't just take our word for it. Hear directly from our people about what it's like to build a career, make an impact and be part of the team at Zinfra. We champion and value diversity in life and work experiences because broader perspectives strengthen our problem solving, decision making and ability to innovate. We welcome applications from everyone, including First Nations peoples, veterans, people living with disability and members of the LGBTIQA+ community. If you require adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.

How To Apply

If this sounds like you, apply now with your resume and a few lines on the engines and compressors you've worked on.

📌 Process Technician – Mechanical (Western Downs Regional)
🏢 Zinfra
📍 Western Downs Regional