Induration Maintenance Leader

About the role

An opportunity has arisen for a suitably qualified Induration Maintenance Leader to join our Pellet Plant team. The position will report to the Superintendent Maintenance.

The primary purpose of this role to ensure that the planned maintenance and repairs that support the asset maintenance strategy and long-term asset plan are executed safely, effectively, and efficiently within the Induration area.

Your responsibilities will cover:

• Manage the activities in their area in a manner that minimises risk to employees, contractors, and environment by active safety leadership. 
• Ensuring all maintenance and repair activities are safely managed and completed on time and within the approved budget and that the plant is commissioned and returned to service at the agreed functional standard requirements while keeping all appropriate stakeholders informed on progress for the duration of the work
• Participate in Work Management process and maintain integrity through planning process such that execution is delivered efficiently and effectively
• Drive collaboration with the Processing team to ensure work is aligned with plant requirements and that preparation and execution matches the plan
• Engage own team into the Work Management Process
• Actively participate and support the Pellet Plant improvement processes to minimize variation, reduce losses, and improve availability by success in the following key activities:

             - Contribute towards relevant business approved improvement initiatives  
             -  Participate in equipment failures investigations 
             -  Ensure the SAP reflects any changes made to the asset including but not limited to BOM’s, Drawings, stock items etc

The successful candidate will have:

• Appropriate Mechanical trade or Mechanical tertiary qualifications
• Demonstrated experience and/or understanding of maintenance planning, supervision and maintenance leadership in a mining, process plant or heavy manufacturing industry
• Demonstrated working knowledge of SAP or similar Computer Maintenance Management System 
• A minimum of three-years’ experience in a front-line leadership or supervisory role  
• Current Drivers licence - essential
• Proven ability to work autonomously to achieve work objectives
• Outcome orientated
• Troubleshoots daily plant and equipment issues through application of trades skills and fault-finding techniques
• Proactively participates in Continuous Improvement Processes
• Collaboration with subject matter experts for support

Key Benefits

Below are some of our key central benefits that are available to all employees. Other benefits may be available depending on your role or site. 
 

• Employee Benefits Program: discounts for employees, friends and family on a huge selection of products and services from a variety of brands including Samsung, Coles, Harvey Norman, Village Cinemas, Dick Smith, Vodafone, Thrifty and many more.
• Employee Assistance Program: Converge International, our EAP, offers confidential, professional and free counselling and support resources in areas such as marriage/family difficulties, interpersonal conflict, stress, depression or anxiety, alcohol and/or drug dependencies, grief, loss or trauma and workplace problems.
• Corporate rates for private health insurance: Nib Health Insurance offers discounted cover for employees.

About us

SIMEC Mining Iron Ore has operations in South Australia and New South Wales. Our Iron Ore operation in South Australia’s Middleback Ranges South of Whyalla consists of three primary sites: Iron Baron, Iron Knob and the South Middleback Ranges. We also have a portfolio of non-ferrous mining assets located in South Australia, including the Ardrossan Dolomite Mine – which supplies dolomite flux to Whyalla Steelworks – as well as a collection of copper-gold exploration projects. 

Why work here?

We offer more than just a job; we provide a dynamic environment built on three pillars that define our commitment to both our team and our industry. 

• Work with a greater purpose: Join us in the pursuit of a sustainable future as we progress our ambition to become carbon-neutral. You will contribute to a legacy that not only helps to build our nation but sustains our environment for future generations. Embrace a culture where differences are celebrated, innovation is embraced and valuing everyone's unique perspectives contributes to our transformation.

• Work well - live better: We understand the importance of working in an environment which supports you to balance your personal and professional life. Experience a culture which values you as a whole person - where family extends to the workplace and your well-being matters. You’ll thrive not only in your career with us, but beyond. 

• Build your own future: Step into a culture where every day is an opportunity to grow, and where driving your own development is not just encouraged; it's expected. You’ll be empowered to take the wheel of your learning journey and uncover your potential. The possibilities are limitless.

We invite you to forge your career in a workplace where passion meets purpose, wellbeing is nurtured and the opportunity to thrive is in your hands.

It is our ambition to cultivate an inclusive workplace that is as diverse as the communities we serve. We encourage candidates from all cultural backgrounds, genders, orientations, age groups, and abilities to apply. Your diversity is our strength in creating sustainable and innovative steel solutions for Australia's tomorrow.

We are a 2025 Circle Back Initiative Employer – we commit to respond to every applicant.