Plant Technician - Mechanical

Overview

Maintain and operate hydro generation equipment as a Mechanical/Electrical Plant Technician.

Key Responsibilities

• plant operations
• system maintenance
• contractor coordination
• outage management
• reliability initiatives
• equipment inspection

Tasks

-Operate and maintain plant systems safely and efficiently -Coordinate with contractors and contribute to project delivery -Support and lead outages, overhauls, and commissioning activities -Drive continuous improvement and reliability initiatives -Perform inspections, maintenance, and fault-finding on hydro generation equipment -Hands-on roles for experienced mechanical and electrical techs

Requirements

• problem solving
• advanced trade
• mechanical
• electrical
• hydro operations
• flexibility

What You Bring

-Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail -Advanced Trade qualifications in mechanical or electrical disciplines -Flexibility to support other sites and participate in standby duties -Proven experience in hydro generation operations and maintenance -Ability to work independently and collaborate within a team

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Benefits

-Isolations and safe access to plant responsibilities. -Origin 360 Electric Vehicles (EV) employee subscription offers a fantastic range of EVs, with flexible month-to-month plans and no lock-in contract. -Powering your career with unbeatable perks - Get discounted electricity, gas, and internet as an Origin employee -Free and confidential counselling for employees and family members. -20 weeks of paid leave for primary carers with flexible return options.

About Origin Energy

-It plays a key role in powering homes and businesses across the country, providing both traditional energy and renewable sources. -The company operates in electricity and gas retailing, energy generation, and the development of large-scale renewable projects. -With an eye on the future, Origin is heavily investing in renewable energy technologies like solar and wind. -Notable projects include large-scale solar farms and wind energy ventures that contribute significantly to Australia's energy transition. -Origin Energy also specializes in gas exploration and production, ensuring energy security for the nation. -The company's history includes major milestones such as the establishment of its integrated business model to meet growing demand for cleaner energy. -Origin's innovative approach is reflected in its pioneering efforts to combine energy retailing with a move toward sustainable, low-carbon energy solutions.

Sector Specialisms

Security Clearance

-police checks -auscheck -medical assessment -drug and alcohol testing