Mechanical Supervisor - Alkimos Desalination Project

About the role

ACCIONA is looking for a Mechanical Supervisor to join the team at the Alkimos Desalination Project in Perth. The role reports to the Maintenance Manager and leads the Mechanical Fitters who keep the plant running. You will be responsible for the safe, efficient and effective execution of all mechanical maintenance activities across the plant, working closely with the Maintenance Planner and Storeman.

Key responsibilities

• Lead and supervise Mechanical Fitters in preventative, predictive and corrective maintenance in line with approved schedules
• Coordinate daily mechanical maintenance activities and resource allocation, and carry out field work to support the team
• Respond to equipment failures and unplanned events by coordinating internal and external resources and restoring plant assets safely and promptly
• Review work packs, verify completed work meets plant, safety and quality requirements, and capture accurate work order feedback
• Supervise mechanical contractors on site, verify their work quality and compliance, and give performance feedback to the Maintenance Manager
• Support employee development and skills progression, and promote accountability and teamwork
• Enforce safety, environmental and company requirements, conduct field risk assessments and workplace inspections, and take part in incident investigations
• Contribute to equipment reliability, take part in root cause analysis and recommend maintenance improvements
• Support the development and review of maintenance procedures and work instructions
• Take part in the mechanical standby roster, providing after-hours response, technical support and supervision for breakdowns and emergencies

Required profile

• Trade qualification in Mechanical Fitting, Diesel Mechanics, Heavy Engineering or a related discipline
• Significant experience in mechanical maintenance in industrial, mining, manufacturing or construction environments
• Demonstrated supervisory or leadership experience
• Current driver's licence
• Desirable: Diploma or Certificate in Mechanical Engineering or Maintenance Management, High Risk Work Licences, and project or shutdown coordination experience

Required skills

• Preventative and corrective maintenance systems
• Desirable: SAP, Pronto, Maximo or similar CMMS experience