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Equipment Inspector (Mechanical Pre-Service Tradesperson)
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  • Full time
  • Ravensworth, New South Wales, Australia
  • Maintenance - Operator Production Maintenance
Job ID JR106074 Closing date 08/08/2026 Last Updated 22/07/2026

Advancing careers. Advancing everyday life.

Glencore is committed to providing an environment that adheres to the Respect at Work Legislation.

Mt Owen/Glendell Operations (MGO) is an open cut mining operation which utilises truck and excavator mining methods to produce thermal and semi-soft coking coal, which is predominantly exported for domestic power generation and use in steel production. We are located within the Hunter Coalfields at Hebden in the Upper Hunter Valley of New South Wales.

We are seeking a motivated Equipment Inspector (Mechanical Pre-Service Tradesperson) to join our team at MGO. As a member of our Maintenance Planning Team, you will work a Monday to Friday roster reporting to the Maintenance Planning Superintendent where you will be directly involved in the effective maintenance planning of modern, heavy earth moving plant and equipment.

Safety focused with a positive attitude toward detailed inspections and completing quality work, you will be focused on achieving availability and reliability targets and driving maintenance performance.

The essential requirements for success in this role:

  • Relevant Mechanical Trade qualification or equivalent.

  • Heavy mobile equipment maintenance experience including Caterpillar, Liebherr and/or Hitachi.

  • Experience and understanding of working under safety rules, policies and procedures.  

  • Demonstrated exposure to computerised maintenance management systems and knowledge of SAP.

  • A team player that’s able work well in a dynamic environment.

  • Solid communication skills.

It is desirable that you have:

  • Open Cut Coal Mining experience.

  • Open Cut Coal Mining LV pit licence and experience.

You will have a high regard for the value of teamwork and the provision of visible leadership. The above qualities must be exercised with a strong work ethic to ensure MGO’s key values of Safety, Responsibility, Simplicity, Integrity, Openness and Entrepreneurialism are achieved.

Benefits and Perks:

When you join MGO, you can expect to enjoy a competitive salary and benefits package as outlined below. But more importantly we offer an environment where the opportunities for learning and growth are our primary focus. From technical training, leadership training to leadership mentorship and support we aim to bring out the best in our people.

  • Leadership Capability/Support: Supported by highly experienced leaders, you will be set up for success.

  • Site Culture: Our culture is unique where our site is renowned for its good culture, diversity, and supportive team approach.

  • Renumeration/Roster: This position is permanent full time, working a Monday to Friday day shift roster with an attractive renumeration package.

  • Development: At MGO, we are highly focused on developing our people and providing mentoring, coaching and education assistance, to enhance skills.

  • Health & Welfare Benefits: Gym membership available for you and your partner.

  • Career: Direct employment with an industry leader.

  • Location: Lifestyle location in the beautiful Hunter Valley

At MGO, our success is based on the principle that it’s “Our People Who Make the Difference”.

For further information please contact:

Matthew Smith - Maintenance Planning Superintendent - 02 6520 2683

Applications close:

Friday, 7th August 2026

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