Job Description

Senior Reliability Engineer – Adelaide Based

We are looking for an experienced reliability engineer to step into the role of Senior Reliability Engineer – Mobile Equipment, based at Adelaide.


In this position you will be working closely with our customers to provide reliability support to Epiroc customers.

Key Responsibilities

  • Facilitating and leading problem solving and Root Cause Analysis (RCA) for major downtime events

  • Evaluating equipment failure modes, using your engineering expertise to develop solutions that eliminate or mitigate defects and potential failures

  • Reviewing and updating equipment maintenance strategies, including bills of materials, condition monitoring, inspection, and maintenance activities
  • Provide expert analysis and reporting on equipment performance, identifying trends and delivering actionable recommendations for improvement.

  • Lead root cause investigations and implement corrective actions

  • Conduct FMEA and risk assessments for preventative maintenance

  • Develop predictive maintenance strategies using condition monitoring

  • Track reliability metrics (MTBF, MTTR) and drive performance improvements

  • Support troubleshooting and implement industry best practices

  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance asset reliability and reduce operational risk.

  • Mentor and guide maintenance teams, offering technical leadership and support for complex reliability challenges.

  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve reliability issues and align strategies with business objectives.

    • Qualifications, Skills & Experience required:

  • Tertiary qualifications in Mechanical Engineering, Reliability Engineering, or a related discipline.
  • Proven ability to develop and implement strategic reliability programs in a dynamic operational environment.

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with expertise in interpreting performance data and driving improvements.

  • Exceptional leadership, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills.

  • Valid driver’s license.

    • Added Advantage

  • Exposure to mobile equipment and condition monitoring systems

  • Familiarity with SHE standards and reliability tools (FMEA, RCA)

  • Proficiency in MS Office and Power BI for data analysis and reporting

  • Strong communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills

    • It all starts with people. The world needs metals and minerals for the energy transition and our cities and infrastructure must be developed to serve a growing population. To succeed, we need to speed up the shift towards more sustainable mining and construction industries. We at Epiroc accelerate this transformation, together with customers and business partners in more than countries, by developing and providing innovative and safe equipment, digital solutions, and aftermarket support.

    All new thinkers are welcome. We are looking for those who want to develop, grow, and dare to think new. In Epiroc we attract, develop, and retain diverse talent valuing authenticity and unique perspectives, driving our spirit of innovation. We foster an inclusive culture where diversity isn't just a goal but a part of our values and way of working. This is how we do business for a sustainable future.

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