Reliability Assurance Technicians – Dampier FIFO/Resi

• Work amongst a high performing maintenance team
• Fantastic opportunity to progress your career further
• Residential or FIFO role in sunny Karratha/Dampier – 8 days on, 6 off, 7 days on, 7 off

About the role We are looking for highly motivated individuals with excellent fixed plant Condition Monitoring (VA/NDT) expertise to make a difference in the Dampier Ports Fixed Plant - Maintenance Team. These roles enable us to provide a safe, efficient and reliable Port facility through the execution of quality VA and NDT inspections to identify defects and help prevent any plant down time events.

Reporting to the Reliability Assurance Supervisor, the role will require you to:

• Be accountable for the health of fixed plant equipment using various Condition Monitoring/NDT techniques.

• Conduct both routine and ad-hoc inspections of fixed plant assets and create required reports from inspections
• Complete preventative and corrective notifications for all equipment in the fixed plant area as found through VA and NDT inspections.
• Populate, maintain and update site Watch lists and relevant databases.
• Maintain a high level of safety awareness and comply with Company Policies and procedures
• Installation, maintenance and calibration of monitoring equipment
• Actively contribute to continuous improvement projects – increasing safety whilst reducing risk & cost

• Liaise with engineering, maintenance and production teams to link condition monitoring findings and other maintenance strategies

• Utilise SAP to ensure that maintenance tasks are recorded, assigned correctly and completed to the relevant standard / specification
• Complete quality handovers with oncoming crews and communicate in a timely and effective manner with all relevant stakeholders.
• Mentor, train and develop others

About you

To succeed in this role, you will have:

• Level 2 Vibe Analysis certification
• Level 2 NDT certification with Ultrasonic and Magnetic Particle qualifications
• Level 1 Infrared Thermography or relevant thermography experience
• Previous experience in a Heavy Engineering mining environment as a VA / NDT technician
• Excellent Vibe analysis and diagnostic skills to detect faults
• Extensive experience in analysing data and creating reports from in field inspections
• Good understanding of SAP maintenance systems or similar highly regarded
• A Manual C Class Australian Drivers Licence essential
• MSIC or ability to obtain
• Ability to work cooperatively in a small team, demonstrating flexibility to business requirements

It will also be beneficial if you have (or are willing to attain):

• High Risk Licences – Elevated Work Platform, Forklift, Confined Space, Working at Heights
• Bearing technology, maintenance and damage analysis
• Oil analysis MLA1
• Mechanical trade certification desirable but not essential

Where you will be working

Our port facilities consist of three shipping terminals located on the Pilbara coast at Dampier and Cape Lambert, which form an essential part of our logistics process. Each terminal has facilities for train unloading, iron ore stockpiling, product blending and ship loading. Karratha is located just off the North West Coastal Highway, 1535 kilometres north of Perth and 240 kilometres south of Port Hedland. Karratha is a city in the Pilbara region of Western Australia, adjoining the port of Dampier. With a bustling city centre, Karratha’s recent reinvention will surprise you with its hip restaurants and modern facilities, but best of all Karratha's location means it is surrounded by iconic natural attractions. 

What we offer

Be recognised for your contribution, your thinking and your hard work, and go home knowing you’ve helped the world progress.

• 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 & salary packaging options
• Career development & 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 if required

About us

As pioneers in mining and metals, we produce materials essential to human progress.

Our long history is filled with firsts. We’ve developed some of the world’s largest and best quality mines and operations, and our people work in around 35 countries across six continents. Aluminium and copper, diamonds, gold and industrial minerals, iron ore, coal and uranium: our materials make up the world around us. You’ll find them in smartphones, planes, cars, hospitals and throughout your home.

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, 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. Applications for this role will close on 24/10/2023, however we do reserve the right to close the role earlier. 

All progress begins with pioneers – at Rio Tinto it begins with you.