Mechanical Tradesperson – Services Maintenance Relocation assistance provided Day work (minimum 40 hours per week) with an attractive salary package dependant on individual skills and experience Develop transferrable skills with a renowned global Mining & Minerals company Pioneers in producing low carbon, high purity aluminium using renewable hydroelectricity About the role Finding better ways to provide the materials the world needs.
New Zealand's Aluminium Smelter (NZAS), known as Tiwai by locals, are on the look-out for curious minded individuals who want to take on a rewarding career with us!
2024 is set to be an exciting year for our teams, with activities across a range of site-based initiatives for both people and processes.
We are looking for an experienced Mechanical Tradesperson to join the Services Maintenance Team at New Zealand's Aluminium Smelter.
Every hour of every shift, your safety and wellbeing is our number one priority.
We do the work only if it is safe, and we invest to make sure every member of the team has the quality tools they need to do their job.
We are an open, connected international team of technical specialists using some of the most exciting data and tools on the planet.
We are the world leader in automation and smart mining.
We have technical development programmes that are industry-leading and recognise the unique nature of your role.
These provide opportunities to grow your career through a dedicated technical path while being rewarded for your unique skills.
Joining our Tiwai whanau as a Mechanical Tradesperson, you'll report to our Crew Leader and Superintendent team.
Working Day Work, you'll follow a structured process to optimise preventative maintenance tactics and minimise overall business costs.
With a demonstrated commitment to improving safety, cost and productivity, responsibilities include: Identify and conduct planned and unplanned repair and diagnostic work within production time constraints on a wide variety of equipment Promote and identify HSE opportunities to improve equipment, processes and behaviours Add value through identifying and implementing improvement initiatives and applying robust defecting elimination practices Manage your workload and act as a point of contact on jobs Continue to develop and improve how you work What you'll bring You'll have excellent communication skills and demonstrated experience in both autonomous and team-based work.
Your curious mind will have you self-motivated, with the desire to learn and demonstrate an unwavering commitment to the safety of yourself and your team.
To be successfully considered, you'll have: Mechanical Fitter and Turner trade qualification or suitable trade qualification.
A high degree of flexibility and strong problem-solving skills to identify and conduct planned and unplanned repair and diagnostic work Demonstrated a commitment to safety and continuous improvement What we offer Well-equipped workshop A competitive base salary reflective of your skills and experience with annual incentive program Comprehensive medical assistance scheme Leadership committed to your growth, development and inclusion in the workplace Attractive share ownership plan Leave for all of life's reasons (vacation/annual, paid parental, sick leave) including long service leave Access to transport assistance between Invercargill and Tiwai Competitive superannuation programme Career development & education assistance to further your technical or leadership ambitions Mobile phone allowance About Rio Tinto Rio Tinto is a leading global mining and materials company.
We operate in 35 countries where we produce iron ore, copper, aluminium, critical minerals, and other materials needed for the global energy transition and for people, communities, and nations to thrive.
We have been mining for 150 years and operate with knowledge built up across generations and continents.
Our purpose is finding better ways to provide the materials the world needs – striving for innovation and continuous improvement to produce materials with low emissions and to the right environmental, social and governance standards.
But we can't do it on our own, so we're focused on creating partnerships to solve problems, create win-win and meet opportunities.
Where you'll be working Rio Tinto Aluminium – Pacific Operations Our Pacific Operations sites are located along the east coast of Australia, at the tip of the Northern Territory and in New Zealand's south.
With more than 6,000 employees, we operate a full value chain approach—mining, refining and smelting.
Our portfolio includes four bauxite mines, two refineries, four smelters and one power station, and is supported by technical experts located in our Brisbane hub, including a fully operational Operations Centre for our bauxite mines.
Invercargill, New Zealand's southernmost city is the commercial hub of Southland.
The city is famous for its' easy access to outdoor adventure—fly fishing, snow sports, rugged terrain, waterfalls and wildlife—with a balance of all the modern facilities you would expect from a thriving city's restaurants, creative and cultural experiences, shopping and sporting opportunities.
As a passionate equal opportunity employer, NZAS continues to increase our focus on gender diversity – therefore we strongly encourage females to apply, as well as applications from people of all backgrounds.
