Technician Maintenance Heavy Diesel

DISCOVER A BRIGHTER FUTURE 

At South32, we’re meeting the challenge of enabling a sustainable future through our focus on responsibly producing commodities critical for a low-carbon world. As a collaborative, caring and inclusive company, there’s no better place to make a genuine difference. Together we’re making a positive, global impact that has the potential to change lives. Whatever career path you choose, we’ll support you every step of the way to learn, grow and succeed. So join us, step towards a brighter future and leave your legacy. 

ABOUT WORSLEY

Are you looking to be home every night? If so, this is your opportunity to live, work and play a short drive from stunning coastlines, scenic trails and the food and wine heartland of the west.  

Located in the picturesque south-west and Peel regions of Western Australia, South32 Worsley Alumina is on a journey to become the world’s leading Alumina producer where our workforce value the lifestyle that Worsley Alumina has to offer. 

Our integrated Bauxite Mine, Alumina Refinery and Port Operation is creating the essential products needed for a sustainable low carbon future. 

WHAT SOUTH32 OFFERS

• Ability to purchase up to 4 weeks of additional annual leave.

• 14% superannuation contributions

• Annual short-term incentive bonus that recognises both your individual performance and the overall success of the business.

• 26 weeks full-paid, or 52 weeks half-paid parental leave for primary carers. 

ABOUT THE ROLE 

This is a permanent, full-time position, working 40 hours per week roster. Our Worsley Refinery is a short drive from communities such as Collie (20 Minutes) & Bunbury (45 Minutes) which all offer an enviable country lifestyle. Surrounded by magnificent jarrah forests, pristine beaches and world-famous wineries, you will live and work in one of the most beautiful regions of Western Australia and still be home each night. 

Candidates should ideally live within an hour’s drive of Collie as there is no accommodation on site.

Reporting to the Supervisor Maintenance you will be responsible for safely executing maintenance work on heavy mobile equipment, ensuring compliance with SAP processes and driving operational reliability.

Key deliverables for the role are, but aren’t limited to:

• Completing work orders to schedule and following approved work instructions.
• Recording accurate maintenance history in SAP for future reference.
• Supporting root cause analysis and implementing solutions for reliability issues.
• Scoping corrective work to enable effective planning and resource allocation.
• Initiating updates to work procedures to maintain accuracy and relevance.
• Reporting hazards promptly and participating in investigations and observations.

About You

• Performing preventative maintenance and major component change-outs on heavy mobile equipment.

• At least 12 months exposure on performing preventative maintenance and/or major component change outs on caterpillar, Komatsu or Hitachi SME
• Experience using CAT, SIS and ET systems

• Applying continuous improvement principles to reduce costs and enhance productivity.

Qualifications for this position:

• Completion of a recognised Heavy Equipment Mechanical Engineering Apprenticeship with trade certification.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Current C Class driver’s licence.

Desirable technical skills:

• HR Class driver’s licence.
• High-risk work licences for forklift, elevated work platform, dogging, overhead crane, and basic rigging.
• Accredited Working at Height training.

 South32 is committed to building and maintaining an inclusive and diverse workforce that reflects the communities in which we operate.  We provide a recruitment process that is fair, equitable and accessible for all and we encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.

This job advert will close on Wednesday 7 January 2026