At a Glance
- Tasks: Support mechanical engineering projects and coordinate maintenance to keep terminal equipment running smoothly.
- Company: Join Hutchison Ports Australia, a leader in the dynamic port industry.
- Benefits: Gain hands-on experience, free parking, and opportunities for career growth.
- Other info: Collaborative team culture with a focus on safety and continuous improvement.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in a live port environment while developing your engineering skills.
- Qualifications: Degree in mechanical engineering and about one year of relevant experience.
The predicted salary is between 94500 - 115500 $ per year.
- Mechanical Support Engineer
- Hutchison Ports Australia | Brisbane Container Terminal
Build your engineering career in a dynamic port environment.
Hutchison Ports Australia is seeking a Mechanical Support Engineer to join our Engineering team at Brisbane Container Terminal, Port of Brisbane.
This role offers a broad mix of mechanical engineering, maintenance coordination, project delivery and technical reporting.
Working closely with the Engineering Manager, maintenance teams, contractors and Operations, you’ll help keep terminal equipment safe, reliable and available.
About The Role
Your responsibilities will include
- Supporting mechanical engineering projects, equipment upgrades and component replacements.
- Assisting with preventative maintenance, servicing and breakdown coordination to minimise operational downtime.
- Developing maintenance procedures and Safe Work Instructions.
- Preparing monthly engineering and inventory reports and maintaining accurate technical records.
- Supporting maintenance planning, work order scheduling and maintenance system improvements.
- Coordinating contractors, including inductions, work permits and compliance with site requirements.
- Assisting with purchasing, goods receipting, stock control and equipment management.
- Supporting regulatory compliance, safe work practices and continuous improvement.
About You
You’re an early-career engineer with practical mechanical knowledge, strong attention to detail and a collaborative approach.
You enjoy solving problems and are comfortable balancing technical work with reporting and coordination.
- You Will Bring
- A degree in mechanical engineering or a related discipline, with the mechanical engineering qualification accredited by Engineers Australia.
- Approximately one year of relevant industry experience.
- A sound understanding of mechanical drive systems and basic knowledge of mechanical hoisting systems.
- Strong organisational skills and the ability to prioritise competing tasks and meet deadlines.
- Clear written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to explain technical information.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and Word.
- A strong commitment to safety and the ability to work at heights and in confined spaces.
- A current driver’s licence and relevant high-risk work licences and qualifications, as required.
- The ability to obtain Registered Professional Engineer of Queensland (RPEQ) status within five to seven years of employment.
Why join us?
Gain practical exposure to terminal equipment and engineering projects in a live port environment.
You’ll work alongside engineering, maintenance and operations teams, building experience across equipment reliability, maintenance planning and project delivery.
There is free parking on-site.
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Mechanical Engineer in Brisbane employer: Hutchison Ports Australia
Hutchison Ports Australia is an exceptional employer that prioritises employee development and compliance within a dynamic operational environment. With a strong focus on learning and growth, employees benefit from comprehensive training resources, collaborative work culture, and opportunities to engage with industry experts. Located in vibrant Brisbane or Sydney, HPA offers a supportive atmosphere where your contributions directly impact the frontline workforce's capability and success.
