At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide technical support and improve equipment performance for underground mining customers.
- Company: Join Komatsu, a global leader in mining and heavy equipment manufacturing.
- Benefits: Enjoy discounts on health services, retail, and tech products, plus free wellbeing resources.
- Other info: Work in a supportive, inclusive environment with strong career growth opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in the mining industry while developing your skills with a top-tier company.
- Qualifications: Mechanical Trade Qualification and experience with underground mining equipment required.
The predicted salary is between 82800 - 101200 $ per year.
Komatsu Underground is seeking an experienced Mechanical Service Engineer to support customers across the Illawarra region. This 12-month fixed-term opportunity offers the chance to work closely with underground coal mining customers, providing specialist technical support to improve equipment reliability, availability and performance. Working across multiple customer sites, you'll play a key role in delivering world-class aftermarket support while building valuable experience with a leading global OEM.
Key responsibilities
- Provide customers with proactive advice and technical support.
- Facilitate flawless start-up and commissioning of underground mining equipment.
- Deliver advanced technical support for Joy equipment in the field.
- Support engineering activities and be directly involved with machine commissioning.
- Investigate equipment failures and identify root causes.
- Collate field data and evidence for Root Cause Analysis (RCA) activities involving major failures and unresolved reliability issues.
- Coordinate new product field trials and document results, including opportunities for product enhancement.
- Work closely with customer maintenance and operational teams to improve equipment reliability, availability and performance.
- Build strong customer relationships through exceptional technical support.
- Engage with key stakeholders to identify opportunities and provide solutions that meet customer requirements.
About you
- Mechanical Trade Qualification.
- Experience working underground with development mining equipment.
- Strong fault-finding, troubleshooting and diagnostic skills.
- Experience supporting mining equipment reliability and performance.
- Ability to work autonomously and manage customer priorities.
- Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
- Commitment to safety and continuous improvement.
- Experience supporting Joy underground mining equipment.
- Strong knowledge of Joy Continuous Miners and Shuttle Cars.
- Underground coal mining experience, particularly within development operations.
At Komatsu, the Komatsu Way guides how we work, with integrity, innovation and collaboration at the core. As a global leader in mining and heavy equipment manufacturing, we're committed to excellence in everything we do. This role offers the opportunity to work across some of NSW's leading underground coal mining operations while being supported by a business that invests heavily in its people, technology and customer partnerships. Komatsu is committed to creating a safe, inclusive and respectful workplace that reflects the diverse communities we serve.
Mechanical Service Engineer – Development – Underground Equipment in Moss Vale employer: Komatsu
At Komatsu Australia, we pride ourselves on fostering an inclusive and supportive work environment where every employee can thrive. Located at the Batchfire Callide Mine, our Maintenance Planner role offers a unique opportunity to engage in hands-on planning while collaborating with diverse teams to ensure optimal equipment performance. With a strong focus on employee growth, competitive benefits, and a commitment to safety and well-being, Komatsu is an excellent employer for those seeking meaningful and rewarding careers in the mining industry.
