Lube Technician
Australia, Western Australia, Perth
Fulltime: 84 hrs a week
Experience: From 2 years
Mining
Introduction
On behalf of our client a tier 1 mining company, we are recruiting for a Lubrication Technician to join their team on a casual contract. You will play a key role in ensuring the reliability and performance of heavy mobile and fixed plant equipment. Working within high-performing maintenance teams, you will be responsible for delivering best-practice lubrication services that support asset integrity, operational efficiency, and safety compliance across site.
What are you going to do
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct routine inspections of mobile and fixed plant equipment, identifying lubrication-related defects and initiating corrective actions
- Perform scheduled lubrication tasks including greasing, oil changes, and servicing of automated lubrication systems
- Carry out oil sampling and condition monitoring to support predictive maintenance strategies
- Monitor and record lubricant usage in line with maintenance plans and OEM specifications
- Maintain lubrication systems, including cleaning, filter replacements, and identifying leaks or faults
- Work collaboratively with maintenance crews to prevent equipment failures and optimise asset performance
- Ensure all work is completed in accordance with site safety standards and procedures
Essential skills and knowledge
Requirements
- Current Australian Driver's Licence
- Ability to work FIFO rosters across WA mine sites
- Valid tickets and certifications (Working at Heights, Confined Space, Gas Testing - highly regarded)
- Ability to pass pre-employment medical and drug & alcohol screening
- Proven experience as a Lubrication Technician within mining or heavy industry environments
- Strong knowledge of lubrication systems, including oils, greases, and automated systems
- Experience working on large-scale mining operations highly regarded
- Sound mechanical aptitude with the ability to identify and troubleshoot equipment issues
- Strong commitment to safety and continuous improvement
- Minimum full Australian working rights required
What we offer
- Competitive hourly rates with FIFO arrangements
- Maintenance opportunities across large-scale mining operations
- Exposure to high-performing mining environments
- Supportive team culture with a strong focus on safety and quality
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?
Please contact Jason at j.mulenga@brunel.net| Mb: 0447 369 881