Job Description
BlueScope is an Australian-born global success story spanning 15 countries. Our team of over 16,500 people is our strength and we want our people to be safe, successful and well. We’re leaders and innovators in transforming steel into smart products and solutions that support society, today and in the future. We’re proud of brands, like COLORBOND ® steel that inspire and protect everything from hospitals to bridges and stadiums.
The Opportunity
Our Port Kembla Manufacturing facility is looking for a Mechanical Maintenance Coordinator (Shutdown Campaigns) in our Steelmaking Asset Team based in Port Kembla. As a part of the broader Australian Steel Products portfolio, we have six major manufacturing sites at Port Kembla that deliver a variety of products, innovative solutions and services to our export and domestic customers
At our facility, molten iron produced by our Blast Furnace is transferred to our Basic Oxygen Steel Furnace (BOS), where it is combined with recycled steel to produce molten steel before being refined and cast into slabs. These large-scale operations rely on planned shutdown campaigns to maintain critical equipment, ensuring the continued safe and reliable production of steel.
In this unique role, you'll take ownership of the planning, preparation and execution of the BOS maintenance campaigns. Working alongside a team of experienced maintenance professionals managing the day-to-day operations, you'll coordinate major shutdown activities that see key BOS assets taken offline for inspection, overhaul and renewal.
This is an excellent opportunity for a Mechanical Maintenance professional who enjoys large-scale maintenance execution, contractor management and detailed planning within a heavy industrial environment.
What Will You Do?
As a Mechanical Maintenance Coordinator, you will:
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lead the planning, scheduling and execution of BOS shutdown campaigns - prepare work scopes, resource requirements, budgets and schedules to ensure successful campaign delivery
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coordinate maintenance activities across multidisciplinary teams, contractors and key stakeholders
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oversee shutdown execution, ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently and to the required quality standards
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provide technical support and coordination for mechanical maintenance activities during campaigns
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review shutdown outcomes and drive continuous improvement opportunities for future campaigns
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respond to equipment and maintenance issues as required during campaign periods
More About You
You are a motivated maintenance professional who thrives in a fast-paced industrial environment and enjoys coordinating large-scale maintenance activities. You will bring:
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a Mechanical Trade qualification or tertiary qualifications in Mechanical Engineering
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experience coordinating maintenance shutdowns, outages, turnarounds or major maintenance campaigns
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experience working in heavy industry or similar environments
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strong planning, scheduling and contractor management skills
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experience working within maintenance management systems (SAP, CMMS or similar)
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a commitment to safety leadership and continuous improvement
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experience conducting root cause analysis and driving maintenance improvements
Why BlueScope
As we’re creating strength for the future through our people, products and solutions, BlueScope gives you opportunities to innovate, learn and grow with the business, supported by inclusive leadership and a positive, passionate team. At BlueScope, you’ll:
- Learn and develop as you grow. With opportunities to build skills specific to your role and aspirations, our lifelong learning culture will support your future career pathways.
- Create innovative solutions. Seek better, smarter ways to solve problems, create sustainable solutions and make things happen.
- Experience connection and care. Experience a positive, inclusive work environment where we look out for each other’s safety and wellbeing.
- Deliver work that matters. Every action you take matters in delivering for our customers and strengthening communities for the future. We value what you do.
At BlueScope, we offer work-life flexibility through our B-flex program. We’re committed to fostering an inclusive environment where every employee feels respected and valued to be their authentic selves, and welcome people of all backgrounds, skills, experiences and perspectives. We encourage Women and First Nations people to apply. We’re passionate about driving sustainability outcomes that matter to our communities, including action on climate and our 2050 net zero goal.
Bring your energy and make your mark, as, together, we drive Our Purpose: “We create and inspire smart solutions in steel, to strengthen communities for the future.”
Come and discover us at www.bluescope.com/auscareers
Join us, creating strength for the future.
Applications close Monday 7th September 2026.
