Mechanical Technician

Apply now »

Date: 6 Aug 2026

Location: Telfer, WA, AU, 6762

Company: Greatland Pty Ltd

Want to be part of something great? At Greatland, we’re building a sustainable future in mining driven by responsible exploration, development, and production of precious and base metals. As our business grows, so does our need for talented, motivated people.

 

Join a team where your contribution matters, your skills are valued, and progress is made every day. Greatland’s core values of integrity, safety, teamwork, accountability, responsibility and results are at the heart of its sustainable operating culture.

 

About the Role

In this role you will play a crucial role in ensuring the safety, reliability, and efficient operation of essential water and infrastructure systems. You will contribute to the ongoing success of the operation through maintaining the mechanical integrity of critical assets, including water extraction and distribution networks, tailings pipelines, sewage facilities, and more.

 

Roster: 8/6, 7/7 - FIFO from Perth.

 

Key responsibilities:

  • Comply with site safety policies, procedures, and standards
  • Perform maintenance activities in line with safety and operational requirements
  • Conduct regular safety inspections and report hazards promptly
  • Execute preventative maintenance to required standards
  • Identify equipment faults and raise work requests for corrective action
  • Contribute to continuous improvement of maintenance strategies
  • Complete risk assessments (JSEAs) for assigned tasks
  • Lead small teams on maintenance activities when required
  • Troubleshoot and diagnose faults across critical plant equipment, including:
    • Larox filter presses
    • Thickeners and CCD circuits
    • Pumps and valves
    • Conveyor drives and braking systems
    • SAG and ball mill lubrication systems
    • Crushing circuit equipment
  • Interpret maintenance manuals, drawings, and documentation

 

About You

You are a reliable and motivated self-starter with a strong work ethic and a commitment to safety. You can work effectively both independently and as part of a team, with strong problem-solving skills and technical aptitude. You will also have:

  • Mechanical trade qualification (with ~3 years’ mining experience preferred)
  • Basic SAP knowledge
  • Experience developing JSEAs
  • Holds a current manual W.A. driver’s license; HR license is advantageous but not required.

Desirable:

  • Elevating Work Platform (EWP) licence
  • Overhead Crane Ticket
  • Telehandler licence
  • CN (non-slewing mobile crane) license (Franna Ticket)
  • Forklift licence (LF)

About Telfer Operations

Telfer is a long-life gold-copper mine in the Paterson Province of Western Australia’s East Pilbara region. The operation includes both open-pit and underground mining and Australia’s third-largest gold-copper processing facility. Since commencing production in 1975, Telfer has produced over 15 million ounces of gold. The site operates on a fly-in fly-out basis and offers a wide range of onsite recreational facilities to support workforce wellbeing.

 

Why Greatland?

Greatland possesses two long mine life assets at Telfer and Havieron that present remarkable opportunities for the right candidate to grow and make a difference in long-life mining projects. We offer:

  • Attractive salary package plus performance-based incentives
  • Milestone service awards recognising your commitment and achievements
  • Education assistance to help you grow and develop your career
  • Flexible salary packaging options, including novated leasing
  • Parental leave designed to support you and your family
  • Income protection insurance to safeguard your financial wellbeing

 

Apply Now!

Applications close 3rd of August, 2026

 

Shortlisting will begin immediately, and Greatland reserves the right to close the advertisement early if required.

 

As part of Greatland’s pre-employment process, candidates must complete a full medical assessment, provide evidence of Australian work rights, and be able to apply for an Australian National Police Clearance.

 

At Greatland, we are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are dedicated to ensuring that every recruitment, hiring, placement, and promotion decision is made based on individual merit. We do not discriminate on any grounds, and our goal is to provide an inclusive and supportive environment where all individuals can thrive.

 

To find out more about our Company: