The Opportunity At APA, our purpose is simple: to strengthen communities through responsible energy. We now have an exciting opportunity available for a Technical Officer - Mechanical to join our Operations and Maintenance team in Leinster Western Australia on a Permanent full time basis. Reporting to the Team Leader you will play a key role in supporting our Operations and Maintenance teams across APA. This role forms an important part of the operations team. Key Responsibilities Monitoring and maintaining plant and systems for safe, steady state and reliable operations. Carrying out routine, planned major and unplanned maintenance tasks as directed, and repair/maintain equipment up to level of skill and qualification. Investigating, researching, troubleshooting, and recommending solutions to operational problems with the aim of returning plant to service as soon as possible (where it has shutdown unexpectedly). Developing and authorising work permits associated with all maintenance and operations. Planning and execution of major and minor plant shutdown activities Implementing and clearing isolations associated with all maintenance and operations. Developing standard operating procedures and maintenance procedures as directed Acting as permit holder for work conducted on site. This includes, at times, being responsible for the work performed by contractors and other service providers. Monitoring spares and consumable levels and take action to correct. Participating in, and occasionally managing, station projects. Responding to after hour call outs as on a rostered basis. Your background Mechanic trade, LV or heavy diesel, with experience in oil & gas, mining, utilities or heavy industry. Significant Operator/Maintainer experience on gas assets. Experience working on natural gas engines an advantage. Power generation experience an advantage. Valid WA driver's license. Able to travel and work in remote locations for extended periods. Able to competently use relevant computer applications to analyse data and records. Good interpersonal skills to communicate at all levels of the organisation. Strong commitment to Safety and Safety Management systems. About the Team The APA operational team in WA services onshore energy assets. The team comprises of a mix of residential and FIFO technicians who work across a geographically wide area from Kalgoorlie in the south to Port Hedland in the North and Telfer to Gruyere in the East This is an exciting opportunity to be part of Australia's energy transition and play a key role in supporting WA's critical energy infrastructure. Working at APA At APA we're committed to fostering a safe and inclusive workplace where you can achieve your best. We'll provide you with access to targeted career development programs, competitive remuneration, employee benefits, flexible working arrangements, and wellbeing programs. We also have an inclusive parental leave policy providing 18 weeks leave including superannuation to support parents at work and in life. We employee more than 2900 people across Australia and are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive culture, where everyone feels safe, valued, and trusted to do their best every day. We are APA APA Group is a leading Australian energy infrastructure business. We proudly own, operate and manage a diverse $27 billion portfolio of gas, electricity, solar and wind assets which deliver essential services to communities and customers across Australia. And we own over 15,000 kilometres of gas pipelines which deliver energy to families and industry across every corner of Australia. As the partner of choice in delivering infrastructure solutions for the energy transition, we're focused on bundled remote grid energy solutions, electricity and gas transmission, and future energy, including hydrogen and carbon capture and storage. Our customer centric approach means we understand our customers and their businesses offering reliable, innovative, and cost-effective energy solutions that support their decarbonisation ambitions. We are committed to delivering infrastructure solutions for Australia's energy transition and supporting the decarbonisation ambitions of our customers. We prioritise sustainable outcomes so that APA, our people, customers, and communities can thrive – now and in the future. Join our team and be part of Australia's energy transition! We'd love to hear from you. APA is an equal opportunity employer. The safety, health and wellbeing our people, community and environment a priorty. We embrace diversity in our people to ensure our workforce is representative of the communities that we operate in. Applicants must be eligible to work in Australia to be considered. Role closes Role Reference Number JR151 PD is available on request by emailing ****** quoting reference number above. We will contact successful candidates after the closing date.
