Job Posting Date: 20 Aug 2026
Function: Maintenance & Engineering
Location:
Hobart, AU
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Mechanical Maintainer
Extensive suite of employee benefits
Work with a supportive team committed to your professional development
The perfect opportunity to enter the mining & metals industry
About The Role
We are looking for motivated team players with great technical skills and a flexible, can do attitude.
If you've been looking for a career change and would like to work for a forward-looking global company where your contributions are valued, we need you!
Reporting to the Maintenance Team Leader you will be responsible for:
Routine and breakdown maintenance as well as inspection and monitoring of assets
Maintain close liaison and co-operation with operations teams.
Manages the day-to-day performance and work activities of the team.
Building strong customer focus between maintenance and operating departments.
About You
To be successfully considered for this role, you will have:
Relevant trade qualification (i.e. Cert III Mechanical, Fitter and Turner)
Must be able to work within a team environment.
A desire to work flexibly to ensure safety, environment and production targets are met.
High-level communication skills, with a proven ability to work with minimal supervision.
Sound knowledge in the metal processing industry (or similar).
SAP experience is desirable, but not essential.
Knowledge or understanding of continuous improvement is desirable, but not essential.
What We Offer
A career of challenge, reward and growth in a company that is focussed on being a leader in our field. Safety, Health, Hygiene & Environment are the foundation of all our values – we live safety by living our values: Respect, Ownership, Excellence and Teamwork.
Monthly RDO
Competitive salary package
Career development pathways – our diverse and challenging work environment will present you with many opportunities to grow, develop and advance your skills
Salary sacrifice for superannuation
Discounted health insurance and gym membership
Employee assistance program – that’s free for the family
PPE and tools provided
Shower facilities
Clothing laundered onsite
Diverse range of industrial work
Who We Are
Nyrstar, headquartered in the Netherlands, is a leading international producer of industrial and critical minerals and metals essential to the energy transition, high-technology applications and regional security. With a market‑leading position in zinc and lead, the company operates interlinked smelting and related facilities across Europe and Australia, employing more than 3,000 people.
Nyrstar’s operating business is wholly owned by Trafigura, one of the world’s leading independent commodity trading and supply chain logistics companies. Visit www.nyrstar.com.
Our Application Process
Nyrstar is an equal opportunity employer. Equality and diversity are central to who we are and how we operate. We value employees from all backgrounds, and we rely upon diversity in order to inspire a culture of integrity, respect and innovation to drive our business, enhance our competitiveness and serve our customers across the world.
Nyrstar Hobart has a strict RPE ‘Clean Shave' Policy. Most facial hair is not permitted on site. As a Major Hazard Facility that is subject to WorkSafe Tasmania regulations, you may be asked questions regarding your physical attributes to ensure regulatory compliance. Regular health screening, including blood tests, is part of our commitment to keeping our workforce safe and a condition of employment. As part of the recruitment process, there are a number of checks which may be conducted to demonstrate applicants' suitability for a role including police / criminal background checks, medical, drug and alcohol testing, due diligence checks, right to work checks, and/or reference checks.
Nyrstar is committed to creating a healthy and safe work environment and building a culture that inspires their employees to work respectfully together as a team. When you join Nyrstar you can expect to find yourself in an environment where the opportunities for learning and growth are second to none! from technical training to leadership programs, we work with employee to develop their skills and reach their full potential.
Please note only applicants who progress to the next stage will be contacted.
