Introduction

Brunel is recruiting a Maintenance Coordinator to join an established oilfield services business based in Toowoomba, QLD.

This is a hands-on coordination role responsible for ensuring workshop assets, field equipment and the vehicle fleet are safe, compliant, mechanically reliable and ready for deployment.

Working closely with operations and field personnel, you will take ownership of preventative maintenance and inspection programs, coordinate repairs, manage maintenance activities through MEX and help ensure equipment availability supports the demands of field operations.

This position would suit someone with strong mechanical aptitude and workshop experience who enjoys taking ownership of maintenance priorities, equipment reliability and continuous improvement.

What are you going to do 

  • Coordinate preventative maintenance and inspections across field equipment, vehicles and workshop assets
  • Manage maintenance schedules, work orders and equipment records through MEX
  • Coordinate internal and third-party repairs to ensure equipment is safe, reliable and job-ready
  • Maintain equipment testing, inspection and compliance requirements
  • Support field crews with equipment maintenance and practical training
  • Maintain workshop HSE, QA and regulatory compliance
  • Review maintenance procedures and drive improvements in equipment reliability and workshop performance

Essential skills and knowledge

You will be a mechanically minded maintenance professional with experience in a workshop, field services or heavy equipment environment. Your experience will include:

  • Previous workshop or equipment maintenance experience
  • Strong mechanical aptitude and practical problem-solving skills
  • Experience coordinating preventative maintenance and repairs
  • Strong planning, organisation and attention to detail
  • Experience with MEX or another CMMS would be highly regarded
  • Current MR driver's licence and Forklift licence
  • Oil & gas, drilling, mining services or similar industry experience would be advantageous

What we offer 

  • Competitive salary and benefits package
  • Opportunities for career development and progression
  • Supportive and collaborative work environment
  • Training and development programs to enhance your skills

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?

If you have any questions or would like to discuss the details of this role, please contact Scott McAdam:E: s.mcadam@brunel.net | Mob: 0404 653 603

Closing: 15 October 2026

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Application process & contact

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Project discussion with our customer

If the introductory meeting goes well for you and us, we will arrange a meeting with the customer who has the perfect project for you. This gives you the opportunity to find out more about the customer and the project.

The decision

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Introductory conversation with Brunel

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