Mechanical Tradesperson – Maintenance
New Zealand Aluminium Smelter (NZAS) | Tiwai Point, Southland
- The perfect balance, our rosters gives you more time for the things that are important in your life and to your family and community
- Relocation assistance available for eligible candidates
- Permanent role with competitive pay, annual incentive programme and outstanding benefits
We're Finding Better Ways™ to provide the materials the world needs, now and in the future. Our values of care, courage and curiosity guide how we work and how we treat each other.
About the role
We are looking for a Mechanical Tradesperson to join our Maintenance Breakdown Team, helping to ensure the safe and reliable operation of critical plant and equipment across site.
This is a great opportunity for a motivated, safety-focused tradesperson to work within a highly skilled maintenance team while developing expertise across a diverse range of equipment. Flexible roster options are available.
Reporting to the Supervisor and working within a supportive and collaborative team, you will:
- Carry out breakdown and preventative maintenance on plant and equipment
- Diagnose faults and implement effective repair solutions
- Maintain and improve cranes, compressors, conveying systems and potline equipment
- Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives that enhance reliability and performance
- Complete maintenance activities in line with safety, quality and operational requirements
- Work closely with operations and maintenance teams to achieve shared outcomes
About you
- A commitment to the safety of yourself and your team
- NZ-recognised Level 4 (or higher) Mechanical Trade qualification
- Full New Zealand Class 1 Driver Licence
- Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Willingness to work at heights and in confined spaces
What we offer
- Competitive salary based on skills and experience
- Annual incentive programme
- Relocation assistance for eligible candidates
- Southern Cross health insurance for you and your eligible family
- Share ownership programme
- Competitive 10% superannuation
- Industry-leading training, development and education assistance
- Career progression opportunities within a global organisation
- Transport assistance between Invercargill and Tiwai Point
- Mobile phone allowance
- Generous leave entitlements, including long service leave
- A safe, inclusive workplace where people genuinely look out for one another
Where you'll be working
Located at New Zealand's Aluminium Smelter (NZAS), Tiwai Point is one of the world's largest aluminium smelters and plays an important role in New Zealand's economy.
Based near Invercargill in the beautiful Southland region, you'll enjoy a lifestyle that offers world-class outdoor recreation, short commute times, affordable living and a strong sense of community. Whether it's fishing, hunting, hiking, mountain biking or spending time with whānau and friends, Southland offers the perfect balance between work and life.
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About Rio Tinto
Rio Tinto is a leading global mining and materials company. We operate in 35 countries where we produce iron ore, copper, aluminium, critical minerals, and other materials needed for the global energy transition and for people, communities, and nations to thrive.
We have been mining for 150 years and operate with knowledge built up across generations and continents. Our purpose is finding better ways to provide the materials the world needs – striving for innovation and continuous improvement to produce materials with low emissions and to the right environmental, social and governance standards. But we can’t do it on our own, so we’re focused on creating partnerships to solve problems, create win-win situations and meet opportunities.
Respect and Inclusion
At Rio Tinto, we particularly welcome and encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples, women, the LGBTQ+ community, mature workers, people with disabilities and people from different cultural backgrounds.
We are committed to an inclusive environment where people feel comfortable to be themselves. We want our people to feel that all voices are heard, all cultures respected and that a variety of perspectives are not only welcome – they are essential to our success. We treat each other fairly and with dignity regardless of race, gender, nationality, ethnic origin, religion, age, sexual orientation or anything else that makes us different.
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Rio Tinto is a leading global mining and materials company. We operate in 35 countries where we produce iron ore, copper, aluminum, critical minerals, and other materials needed for the global energy transition and for people, communities, and nations to thrive.
We have been mining for 150 years and operate with knowledge built up across generations and continents. Our purpose is finding better ways to provide the materials the world needs—striving for innovation and continuous improvement to produce materials with low emissions and to the right environmental, social and governance standards. But we can’t do it on our own, so we’re focused on creating partnerships to solve problems, create win-win and meet opportunities.
At Rio Tinto, we particularly welcome and encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples, women, the LGBTQ+ community, mature workers, people with disabilities, and people from different cultural backgrounds.
We are committed to an inclusive environment where people feel comfortable being themselves. We want our people to feel that all voices are heard, all cultures respected and that a variety of perspectives are not only welcome – they are essential to our success. We treat each other fairly and with dignity regardless of race, gender, nationality, ethnic origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, or anything else that makes us who we are.
Start your application
Take your leadership career to the next level.
Where can Rio Tinto take you?
You’re passionate and ambitious with tremendous career aspirations. The breadth and growth of our organisation empowers you to define your ideal career path.
Take a look at Katie’s career journey
Take a look at Katie’s career journey
- 2022 - PresentManager Projects - Energy DevelopmentBrisbane, Queensland, Australia
- 2021Superintendent Operations CentreBrisbane, Queensland, Australia
- 2020Development / Drill and Blast SuperintendentPilbara, Western Australia
- 2019Deputy Quarry ManagerPilbara, Western Australia
- 2018Development SupervisorPilbara, Western Australia
- 2017Senior Engineer of Drill, Blast and SurveyPilbara, Western Australia
- 2016Production EngineerPilbara, Western Australia
- 2015Mine scheduler - 2 week plannerPilbara, Western Australia
- 2014Drill and Blast EngineerPilbara, Western Australia
- 2012Graduate Mining EngineerPilbara, Western Australia
- 2022 – PresentManager Projects – Energy DevelopmentBrisbane, Queensland, Australia
- 2021Superintendent Operations CentreBrisbane, Queensland, Australia
- 2020Development / Drill and Blast SuperintendentPilbara, Western Australia
- 2019Deputy Quarry ManagerPilbara, Western Australia
- 2018Development SupervisorPilbara, Western Australia
- 2017Senior Engineer of Drill, Blast and SurveyPilbara, Western Australia
- 2016Production EngineerPilbara, Western Australia
- 2015Mine scheduler – 2 week plannerPilbara, Western Australia
- 2014Drill and Blast EngineerPilbara, Western Australia
- 2012Graduate Mining EngineerPilbara, Western Australia
Working at Rio Tinto
Help us deliver the materials that make human progress possible.
The plane you’re flying in just landed. You fire up your phone and get your laptop out of the overhead bin. Immediately, you’re in work mode – thousands of miles from your office. Do you ever stop to think about all the materials that make life in the 21st century possible? At Rio Tinto, we discover, develop and deliver the materials that drive human progress. When you work with us, you’ll experience advantages you won’t find anywhere else.
Our application process
01
Apply
The first thing you’ll need to do is apply to the role. You can do this with your LinkedIn profile or you can upload your resume. We’ll also ask you to complete a few questions before you submit your application.
02
Undergo assessments
Our assessments are designed to help us work out whether you are suitable for the role. We will let you know which ones you’ll need to complete.
03
Interview(s)
Our interviews could be in person or online. It’s a great opportunity for us to get to know you a bit better, answer any of your questions and talk about the exciting career opportunity you have applied for.
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Offers and checks
At this stage, we will let you know if you have been successful. If you have been, we’ll need to conduct a couple of checks, such as a background or security check. You may also need to do a medical assessment depending on the role you have applied for.
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Join the Rio Tinto team
Once the checks have been completed, we’ll be in touch to talk with you about your start date and answer any questions you may have before you start with us.