Reliability Engineer
Australia, Perth
Fulltime: 48 hrs a week
Experience: 4-6 Years
Mining
Introduction
We are currently seeking an experienced Reliability Engineer to join a leading Tier 1 mining business on a fixed-term contract. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to the performance and reliability of a large Heavy Mobile Equipment (HME) fleet on site, while working a lifestyle-friendly roster.
About this role
- Monitor and analyse the reliability performance of HME fleets.
- Conduct root cause failure analysis (RCFA) and implement corrective actions.
- Develop and maintain equipment health strategies using tools such as RCM, FMEA and condition monitoring.
- Collaborate with maintenance, operations and OEMs to drive continuous improvement in equipment performance.
- Identify and implement initiatives to improve MTBF and reduce MTTR.
- Review and optimise preventative and predictive maintenance strategies.
- Prepare and present reliability reports, KPIs and improvement plans.
- Support the use of reliability software systems (e.g. SAP, AMT or similar CMMS tools).
- Ensure compliance with safety, environmental and legislative standards
Is this you?
- Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering (or related discipline).
- 5+ years' experience in mining or heavy industry, with a focus on HME reliability.
- Strong understanding of heavy mobile equipment systems (engines, hydraulics, powertrain, electrical).
- Proven experience in root cause analysis and reliability improvements.
- Skilled in reliability tools and methodologies (RCM, FMEA, Weibull analysis, condition monitoring).
- Proficiency with SAP or similar CMMS systems.
- Excellent analytical, communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
- CMRP, CRL or equivalent certifications are highly regarded.
What we offerÂ
- Rate is negotiable dependent on experience
- Work for a tier one mining business
- Contract to end of Feb 2026
- Salary sacrificing
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Corporate discounts
About Brunel:
Brunel is a recruitment and flexible workforce solution provider which connects talented people with opportunities throughout Australasia and around the world. We specialise in highly skilled roles across a variety of technical, professional, trades and craft disciplines, pairing candidates with industry-leading projects and organisations on a contract, permanent or secondment basis.
Operating in Australasia since 1997, Brunel has major bases of operation in Perth, Sydney, Brisbane, Melbourne and Port Moresby, which are further backed by the strength and reach of a truly global network spanning over 45 countries, 120 offices and 50 years of successful operation.
Brunel is proud to be equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and female candidates.
Do you have questions?
Click to apply or send a copy of your CV to Michael Shirley at m.shirley@brunel.net