At Santos, we do work that matters and always have. When you join us, so will you.
As an ASX 20 global energy company, we’re committed to providing reliable and affordable energy to help create a better world for everyone.
To make it happen, we work as One Team and ask ourselves, “How can we?” (Even when others say, “We can’t.”)
We’re proud of our history as pioneers, problem-solvers, and pragmatists. And as we strive to achieve our Vision2040, we’ve got our sights set on a culture that is focussed and disciplined to drive value, and entrepreneurial and energised to leave a positive legacy.
The difference isn’t just thinking big – it’s delivering on it too.
As part of the team, you’ll tackle one of the most complex problems of our time. It’s no easy task, but nothing rewarding ever is.
What you’ll do:
As a Mechanical Specialist at GLNG, you will play a key role in maintaining the reliability and performance of our Curtis Island facilities. Working as part of the Maintenance Team, you will provide specialist mechanical expertise, ensuring maintenance activities are completed safely, efficiently and in line with Santos standards. This role offers the opportunity to influence maintenance improvements, support team capability, and provide leadership during shutdowns and planned campaigns.
This is a 7 on / 7 off day shift role. Nightshift expectations during outages & shutdowns.
Key accountabilities include:
- Provide specialist mechanical expertise and technical leadership to resolve complex maintenance issues, ensuring effective decision-making and risk management.
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Execute and oversee mechanical maintenance activities including flange management, precision alignment, mechanical seals, bearings, rotating equipment and associated systems.
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Apply extensive knowledge of rotating equipment, gas turbines, compressors and fin fan maintenance to improve asset reliability and performance.
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Lead maintenance campaigns and preventative maintenance activities, ensuring safe, efficient and high-quality execution.
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Provide technical feedback to Engineering to support the optimisation of Reliability Maintenance Programs (RMP) and Integrity Maintenance Programs (IMP).
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Maintain compliance with Santos Management System (SMS), safety requirements, critical risk controls, permits, isolations and maintenance standards.
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Identify and implement continuous improvement opportunities to enhance maintenance practices, reduce costs and improve equipment reliability.
Collaborate with Operations, Maintenance, Engineering and contractor teams while mentoring apprentices and sharing technical knowledge to build team capability.
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What you’ll bring:
This role requires a highly capable Mechanical Specialist with demonstrated experience delivering maintenance outcomes in complex operational environments. You will have a strong mechanical trade background, sound technical judgement and a commitment to maintaining safe, reliable and efficient plant performance. Your ability to collaborate with teams, solve complex problems and continuously improve maintenance practices will be highly valued. To be successful, you will bring:
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Extensive experience as a Mechanical Fitter within LNG, energy or major hazard facilities, with the ability to work across complex mechanical systems.
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Strong hands-on capability in mechanical maintenance, fault finding and equipment reliability improvement initiatives.
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Trade Certificate III in Mechanical Fitting and Turning, with current Working at Heights, Forklift and EWP licences.
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Experience supporting planned maintenance activities, campaigns and shutdowns, with the ability to coordinate work safely and efficiently.
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Practical knowledge of maintenance systems and processes, including SAP and Electronic Safe Work Permit Processes (ESWPP).
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A strong understanding of safety requirements, risk management practices and the importance of quality maintenance execution.
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The ability to build effective working relationships, share technical knowledge and support the development of less experienced team members.
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Additional experience in flange management and a Dogging Licence will be considered highly advantageous.
What you’ll get:
Here, you’ll be amongst high-calibre people and get to work on industry-leading projects. We don’t shy away from solving tough problems at pace. We like it that way. You can expect to be challenged and supported; to learn and grow.
At Santos, we’re committed to creating a workplace where everyone can thrive. This means a place that is safe; where you are valued and respected, and your contribution is recognised and appreciated. Join us, and you’ll play a role in this too.
Each of our sites offer access to specific amenities that aim to create the best possible benefits to your health, wellbeing and performance.
What you’re part of:
Everywhere you turn you will be a part of a team who are coming together to contribute to our single uniting purpose - to provide reliable and affordable energy to help create a better world for everyone
And because it’s not only what you do, but how you do it, you will also contribute to improving the living standards of the communities where we operate, building enduring and respectful relationships that serve a generation. It’s about each of us, and all of us – together.
How to Apply:
Applications must be submitted via the online recruitment system by COB 24th July 2026.
A requirement of this role is that you will need to have in place the legal work rights for Australia to apply.
Supporting a Diverse Workforce
Santos acknowledges that we operate on the traditional lands of Aboriginal people. We recognise the traditional rights to maintain the culture, identities, traditions, and customs on their country. 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 ongoing 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.
Australian Aboriginal and / or Torres Strait Islander jobseekers are strongly encouraged to apply.
