Red Appointments are seeking an experienced mechanical engineer or mechanical trade qualified individual (mechanical fitter or boiler maker) who has previously worked on construction projects, ideally in a mine site setting and underground projects, for an ongoing causal opportunity.

Employment: Labour Hire/temp through Red Appointments
Pay: Flat Hourly (competitive rate on offer dependent on experience)
Roster: 8/6 (Working Wednesday to Wednesday) to Olympic Dam
Arrangement: Paid flights (ex: Adelaide only), paid (camp) accommodation
Working days: 12-hour days (5am to 5pm)
Duration: Immediate start - a range of construction projects with ongoing duration

Duties include but are not limited to:

  • Providing technical support to the execution a range of construction projects (underground and surface) at Olympic Dam
  • Adding input and focus across construction strategies, project methodologies, reviewing engineering plans, testing equipment, project schedules, project deliverables, quality control activities, WHS compliance, and risk management
  • Daily interaction with a range of stakeholders including clients and contractors.

Skills and experience required:

  • Mechanical Engineering degree or trade qualified (Mechanical Fitter/Boilermaker)
  • Previous experience in construction projects (ideally within a mine site setting and ideally to include underground experience as well as surface)
  • Previous experience in a supervisory role preferred
  • Computer literate in using a variety of systems and platforms (including MS Project)
  • Excellent communication skills (client and contractor facing role)
  • Current drivers' licence

You will be immediately available or coming to the end of a contract/project, ready to start a new work opportunity.

To apply for this position please select the Apply Now button and forward your resume in MS Word format only. For a confidential chat about the opportunity, please call Gillian Morrell on 0432 189 475.

PLEASE NOTE - To be considered for this position applicants must have the right to work in Australia. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

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