Mechanical Technician

Join Australia's first fully integrated rare earths refinery

Site-based, Eneabba, WA

Iluka Resources is a leading global producer of critical minerals, zircon and high-grade titanium dioxide feedstocks. In partnership with the Australian Government, Iluka is developing Australia's first fully integrated rare earths refinery at Eneabba in Western Australia's Mid-West. The refinery will produce both light and heavy separated rare earth oxides, supporting diversified global supply chains for minerals essential to defence, renewable energy, anything with an electric motor, robotics and advanced technologies.

About the role

We are seeking experienced Mechanical Technicians and Advanced Mechanical Technicians to join our team at the Eneabba Rare Earths Refinery. Reporting to the Maintenance Coordinator, you will help commission and ramp up the refinery, establishing reliable mechanical systems and maintenance practices that support safe and efficient operations.

As the plant transitions into steady-state production, you will perform preventive, corrective and breakdown maintenance across a wide range of fixed plant equipment, supporting safe, compliant, reliable and efficient plant operation. Your work will be critical in maximising equipment reliability, plant availability and operational performance.

This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in the refinery's future, with new camp accommodation and facilities provided.

Key responsibilities:

Commission and start up new mechanical equipment and systems, supporting testing, inspections and operational readiness activities

Inspect, service, maintain, troubleshoot and repair fixed plant equipment, including pumps, valves, hydraulics, evaporators, mixers, settlers, thickeners, pneumatics and associated processing equipment

Perform preventive, corrective and breakdown maintenance activities to improve equipment reliability and plant availability

Apply isolations, permits to work and safe maintenance practices while carrying out maintenance activities

Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives that enhance safety, reliability and operational performance

Record accurate maintenance history in SAP and complete quality handovers with operational and maintenance teams

About you

To be successful in this role, you will have

A Mechanical Fitter trade qualification

Experience maintaining, troubleshooting and repairing fixed plant equipment in an industrial, processing or mining environment

Experience commissioning, servicing, aligning and overhauling mechanical equipment, including pumps, valves, hydraulics and pneumatics

Strong fault-finding, diagnostic and problem-solving skills

The ability to read and interpret technical manuals, equipment drawings and hydraulic circuit diagrams

Experience with condition monitoring techniques, including vibration analysis and oil sampling, is advantageous

White Card, Forklift, Elevating Work Platform, Working at Heights, Non-slewing crane, Confined Space and Dogman qualifications or licences

Previous SAP maintenance experience is highly desirable

* A strong commitment to safety, procedural discipline, equipment reliability and teamwork

How to apply

Applications should include a resume detailing previous experience.

Applications from candidates who are not selected for this opportunity will be considered for future recruitment campaigns.

What we offer

We are committed to upholding our Business Values, supporting equal opportunities, gender equality and cultural diversity. If you share our values of Integrity, Respect, Courage, Accountability and Collaboration, and you have the skills and experience to help us succeed and deliver sustainable value, apply now.

Applications close: 16 October 2026

“We respect and encourage diversity in a workforce that reflects our communities.”