Lubrication Technician

Full time
Potential earnings: $80k - $90k per year + super
At QMAG, we are advancing the world through premium-quality magnesia products.
From one of the world's largest deposits of cryptocrystalline magnesite located in coastal Queensland, Australia, we mine, process, and deliver to global and domestic customers with a strong focus on sustainability.

QMAG is committed to operational sustainability – from responsible raw magnesite mining to leading technology processing through to continual environmental rehabilitation.
We believe our approach delivers lasting benefits to our Shareholders and customers, but importantly, to the communities where we operate.
QMAG offers a career in the resources industry while allowing a home every night family focus while living in a coastal climate.

As QMAG Pty Limited is a fully owned subsidiary of the Refratechnik Group ( a global network of companies, and is the only family-owned refractory company operating worldwide, we attach great importance to a valued-oriented corporate culture that frames what we do, but more importantly how we do it.

The Role
The role of Condition Monitoring Technician will involve, amongst other things:
Coordination of lubricant inventory and ensuring lubricant cleanliness levels are maintained.
Use of tools and equipment for routine and non-routine lubrication functions.
Draining and cleaning of reservoirs.
Mechanical modification of systems as directed to facilitate sampling and filtration, and other proactive improvements.
Changing filters and breathers on reservoirs.
Grease re-lubrication with manual and automatic dispensing equipment.
Maintenance of dispensing equipment and automatic systems.
Labelling and tagging reservoirs, equipment, inventory and delivery containers.
Printing and fulfilling planned lubrication activities.
Update scheduling systems, including adding notes to system and requesting work orders for maintenance repairs and activities.
Schedule, collect, label and mail samples for analysis.
Assist Reliability Engineer with evaluation of oil analysis results for future planned maintenance.
Report in writing any discrepancies or conditions that require corrective action.
The Requirements
Capability to work in an unsupervised position effectively.
Capability to read and interpret technical documents, such as: OEM Maintenance plans Advanced Lubrication Technology instruction and recommendations Capability to perform basic mathematical functions (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, percentages) for the purpose of interpreting alarms, calculating lubricant inventory and calculating re-lubrication quantity considerations.
Should be familiar with performing lockout-tag out procedure.
Good oral and written communication skills and good team building skills.
Capability to operate moderately complex software and web-based programs for lubrication scheduling and oil analysis functions.
Understanding of fundamental lubrication concepts and application of these concepts (such as Viscosity, NLGI #'s, ISO Cleanliness Codes, Beta Filter Rating, etc.).
Have a strong fundamental understanding of mechanical, hydraulic and circulating systems operation, contamination control and maintenance functions.
QMAG Benefits and Culture
You can look forward to working within an inclusive corporate culture that puts people first and always ensures our employees' health and safety.
How we do this:
26 weeks Primary Carers Leave, 4 weeks Secondary Carers Leave.
Access to corporate discounts on a range of banking and health insurance benefits such as staff retail banking discounts, savings accounts, credit cards, home loans, refinancing options, and access to a range of financial wellbeing content.
Career development opportunities including training, career coaching and mentoring programs.
We offer study assistance and paid study leave.
Mental health and wellbeing support: Employee assistance programs, training programs on mental health, meditation, and other wellbeing services.
Access to Subscriptions, Corporate and Personal Memberships.
Discounted Gym Memberships.
Our Commitment to Diversity
QMAG is proud of its diverse employees with a unique mix of skills and talent.
We believe diversity and inclusion enhance our workforce capability and culture.
We embrace differences in gender, age, ethnicity, race, cultural background, disability, religion, and sexual orientation.

We are proudly a WORK180 Endorsed Employer for all women.

QMAG is an equal-opportunity employer.
We highly encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to apply.

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