Expression of Interest - Mechanical & Maintenance professional (Mining / Industrial / Sponsorship) - Australia

Reference Number: EOI0004

Job Description:

We are seeking experienced Mechanical Technicians and Maintenance professionals who may be interested in employment-based relocation or skilled migration opportunities to Australia.

We are inviting Expressions of Interest from qualified maintenance trades and technical professionals who may be suitable for potential future opportunities across Australia, particularly within industrial processing plants and mining operations.

This Expression of Interest is intended to build a talent pool for roles that may become available over the coming months and does not relate to a single, immediate vacancy.

The roles of Mechanical Technician / Maintenance professional involve supporting high-performance maintenance environments focused on plant reliability, equipment availability, and operational uptime. Responsibilities typically include both planned and reactive maintenance activities across fixed and rotating plant equipment within structured, safety-driven maintenance systems.

This EOI is intended for experienced maintenance professionals who meet baseline technical competency and Australian visa or employer-sponsored eligibility requirements, and who are open to long-term opportunities within Australia’s industrial and mining sectors.

Responsibilities:

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on mechanical and/or industrial equipment
• Conduct fault-finding, diagnostics, and troubleshooting on rotating and static plant
• Support shutdowns, breakdown response, and scheduled maintenance activities
• Work with maintenance management systems (CMMS) for job tracking and reporting
• Ensure compliance with safety procedures and operational standards
• Interpret technical drawings, manuals, and maintenance procedures
• Collaborate with engineers and operations teams to improve equipment reliability

Requirements: Qualification and Skill

• Recognised Mechanical Trade / Technician qualification (essential)
• 3–5 years industrial, mining, or heavy maintenance experience
• Experience with rotating and/or static equipment maintenance
• Strong fault-finding and diagnostic capability
• Exposure to CMMS systems (SAP preferred)
• Ability to work in safety-critical, high-performance environments
• Basic ability to read technical drawings and maintenance documentation

Visa Documentation Required:

• Valid passport
• Skills assessment (TRA or equivalent, depending on country of origin)
• Academic and trade certificates
• English language test results (IELTS/PTE or equivalent)

Benefits and Contractual information:

• Employer-sponsored opportunities available (subject to eligibility)
• Competitive industry-aligned remuneration packages
• Long-term employment potential within Australian operations
• Structured onboarding and relocation support (where applicable)

Please visit www.mining-recruitment-jobs.com for more exciting opportunities.

Mbali-Entle Radebe
Executive Recruiter
CA Mining

CA Mining will respond to short-listed candidates only. If you have not had any response in two weeks, please consider your
application unsuccessful, however your CV will be kept on our database for any other suitable positions.

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