Mechanical Technician

locations: Balranald
time type: Full time
End Date: March 24, 2025 
job requisition id: R2500

About us 

Iluka Resources is a global critical minerals company with a proud 770-year history that is entering a pivotal time of growth. 

With a bright future ahead, we are seeking team members for our exciting Balranald operation where we will be deploying a new mining technology. Using remotely operated, novel underground mining (UGM) systems to extract key critical minerals.

The technology we have developed is based on Maxi HDD rig platforms and offers a unique professional experience for competent and adaptable HDD professionals. 

About the location 

Iluka’s Balranald operation is located just outside Balranald township in regional southwestern NSW.  

You can choose to reside locally, drive in drive-out from towns within the regional area, or fly-in fly-out from Melbourne.

For South Australian residents we will mobilize you via road transport from our Iluka office in Adelaide.

About the role

Reporting to the Maintenance Superintendent, you will provide support to one ofthe  4x Extraction teams that cover our 24/7 operations.

You will get exposure in deploying these platforms in conjunction with a technology not operated anywhere else. Thorough training will be delivered for our custom-designed HK550 HDD rigs.

As a Mechanical Technician, you will be responsible for the day-to-day repairs and maintenance of the drill rigs and support equipment as well as troubleshooting/working through mechanical breakdowns as they occur. You will primarily undertake hydraulic and mechanical repairs on the drill rigs and associated surface infrastructure. You will also be responsible, in collaboration with the Supply Operators (field) for ensuring the maintenance and function of the mining and drill pipe along with associated fittings.

About you 

Trade Qualified Diesel Fitter/ Heavy Vehicle Mechanic/ Plant Mechanic /Fixed Plant Mechanic

Experience with maintenance, diagnostic, commissioning, and troubleshooting of Heavy Plant

Experience working with Hydraulics

Experience in HDD or mining maintenance industry

Current driver'slicensee

HR or HC license is desirable

Preferred High-Risk Work tickets; Forklift, Loader, Dogging & Rigging, Vehicle Loading Crane (Fassi Crane)

Our offer to you 

Family-friendly 2:2 roster

New camp facilities 

Be supported through an inclusive and collaborative culture​ 

Up to 18 weeks of paid parental leave 

Competitive salary

Company share matching scheme  

Attractive relocation assistance packages for those interested