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Mechanical Maintenance Lead


Company : Tecside Group


Location : Port Kembla, New South Wales


Created : 2025-10-30


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Mechanical Maintenance Lead (197271) Port Kembla, Wollongong, Australia Salary: Competitive Salary + Bonus! HandsOn Role Work on a Major Energy Infrastructure Project Live and work in stunning Wollongong! Join one of Australias most significant energy projects the PortKembla Energy Terminal and play a vital role in ensuring the safe, reliable operation of this worldclass facility. This is a handson position ideal for an experienced mechanical lead who enjoys leading by example and working closely with their team in the field. About the Project The PortKembla Energy Terminal will enhance Australias energy security and supply as the nations first LNG import terminal. Youll work within an experienced, internationally backed operations team responsible for commissioning, maintaining, and optimising the terminals performance. About the Role As the Mechanical Maintenance Lead, youll take a proactive, onthetools approach to managing and executing mechanical maintenance. This includes coordinating both planned and unplanned maintenance, performing inspections and repairs, and ensuring all work meets the highest safety, environmental and operational standards. Key Responsibilities Lead and participate in mechanical maintenance activities preventive, predictive and corrective. Perform handson inspections, testing and repairs on pumps, compressors, valves and hydraulic systems. Support mechanical trades, contractors and vendors to ensure safe, highquality work. Maintain accurate maintenance records within the CMMS system and assist in KPI reporting. Update maintenance schedules, spare parts lists and technical documentation. Participate in emergency response duties as required. Foster a strong safety culture through visible leadership and practical engagement with your team. Skills and Experience Minimum 4 years experience in a similar handson mechanical role within Oil & Gas, energy or heavy industrial sectors. Knowledge of mechanical systems: hydraulic, rotating equipment, pipelines and corrosion control. Familiarity with CMMS systems (SAP preferred). Demonstrated ability to lead teams and work safely in operational environments. Strong understanding of safe systems of work (permit to work, confined spaces, hot works). A relevant trade qualification or tertiary background in Engineering or a similar discipline. Excellent communication and reporting skills. Why Apply Be directly involved in a nationally significant, highprofile energy project. Handson, fieldbased leadership role with real operational impact. Work with an international team committed to safety and excellence. Longterm, stable opportunity in the Wollongong region. Ready to make your mark on one of Australias most important energy projects? If youre a handson mechanical professional who takes pride in delivering safe, reliable outcomes, wed love to hear from you. Apply today to be part of a project shaping Australias energy future! As a proud RAP endorsed organisation, Tecside is committed to achieving a diverse & inclusive workforce and strongly encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders and people from culturally diverse backgrounds. #J-18808-Ljbffr