Lubrication Technician - Robe Valley

• Work amongst a high performing maintenance team
• Fantastic opportunity to progress your career
• FIFO roster 8:6 (days only) - FIFO from Perth

About the role

Finding better ways to provide the materials the world needs.

We are looking for a Lubrication Technician to ensure that the lubrication requirements of all the fixed plant equipment are maintained to high standards to deliver a safe and reliable operation at Robe Valley.

Working 8 days on, 6 days off and reporting to the Plant Maintenance Supervisor, the role will require you to:

• Carry out manual grease lubrication of all rotating equipment
• Maintain and replenishment automatic grease systems
• Take oil samples and send to laboratory for analysis
• Changeout of filters on air and oil systems
• Manage stock levels in Lubrication storage areas
• Maintain fixed plant equipment through sound lubrication principles
• Routine plant inspections
• Proactive maintenance activities for all lubricated mechanical equipment
• Refuelling of plant equipment as required
• Assisting the maintenance team when required

What you’ll bring

• Commitment to health and safety
• WA “C” Class Manual Driver’s Licence
• A high attention to detail with dedication to the task in hand
• Willingness to learn and improve

What’s on offer?

• A work environment where safety is always the number one priority
• A permanent position working directly for Rio Tinto
• A competitive base salary reflective of your skills and experience with Annual incentive program
• Comprehensive medical benefits including subsidised private health insurance for employees and immediate family
• Attractive share ownership plan
• Company provided insurance cover
• Extensive salary sacrifice and salary packaging options
• Career development and education assistance to further your technical or leadership ambitions
• Ongoing access to family-friendly health and medical wellbeing support
• Leave for all of life’s reasons (vacation/annual, paid parental, sick leave)
• Exclusive employee discounts (banking, accommodation, cars, retail and more)
• Possible domestic relocation assistance

Where you will be working

In the Pilbara region of Western Australia, Rio Tinto operates the world's largest integrated portfolio of iron ore assets with industry-leading margins. Our premium product suite, including our flagship Pilbara blend, drives strong customer relationships and is supported by technical and commercial marketing expertise.

About Rio Tinto

Every idea, every innovation, every little thing the world calls ‘progress’ begins witha first step, and someone willing to take it: explorers, inventors, entrepreneurs. Pioneers. For nearly 150 years, Rio Tinto has been a company of pioneers – generations of people spanning the globe, all with the grit and vision to produce materials essential to human progress. Our iron ore has shaped skylines from Shanghai to Sydney. Our aluminium – the world’s first to be certified “responsible” – helps planes fly and makes cars lighter. Our copper helps wind turbines power cities and our boron helps feed the world, and explore the universe.Our diamonds help us celebrate the best parts of life. 

Creating an inclusive and diverse workforce

We are a diverse team of talented, enthusiastic individuals who foster a culture of inclusion. No matter how they may differ, our people share one thing in common. It’s a belief that work is more rewarding when we are accepted and valued for our differences, not judged by them. We all have something to contribute, and it’s this contribution that makes for a great organization and fulfilling career. 

Apply today if you want to work with the latest technology and innovation, in an environment where we challenge you to drive positive change. 

Please note, in order to be successfully considered for this role you must complete all pre-screening questions. You may also be required to complete on-line assessments as part of the selection process. 

So if you are looking for a new challenge, great location and an exceptional team of technical experts, apply now. If you would like to know more about careers at Rio Tinto, you can like us on Facebook, follow us on Twitter or join us on LinkedIn