This is a field service engineering position, primarily based at Sydney Airport, responsible for maintaining and repairing Smiths Detection’s X-ray and trace detection equipment using hand and power tools, as part of Smiths Detection’s 24/7 rotating shift roster. This position requires face-to-face customer-interaction and a high level of team orientation, with a proactive approach to seeking and sharing technical knowledge. The ability to work autonomously and across all of the allocated shift rotations/times are also essential requirements.

Duties And Responsibilities: 

• Troubleshooting, servicing and repairing X-ray and trace detection equipment
• Proactively completing preventative maintenance tasks according to service contracts and schedules Responding to equipment faults and other corrective maintenance requirements according to service contracts and key performance indicators
• Testing components and circuitry of X-ray equipment using a multimeter, computer/laptop and the inbuilt equipmentsoftware
• Diagnosing the root cause of mechanical, electrical and electronics related equipment faults (involving 24 volts or less) 
• Replacing belts, rollers, motors and other mechanical components within X-ray equipment
• Replacing and manoeuvring X-ray sources (ie. generators) and other heavy parts using lifting aides
• Opening machines to inspect, vacuum, clean, de-grease, repair and replace internal parts 
• Installing new equipment, independently and alongside Smiths Detection’s programs and installations teams and various subcontractors and customer-stakeholders • Completing field service related documentation and reports
• Completing technical, safety, compliance and other job related trainings, online and in-person
• Maintaining a clean/tidy work station and work environment
• Responding to queries from customers, vendors, subcontractors and internal stakeholders, verbally and in writing, in a timely and professional manner, independently
• Consuming spare parts from the warehouse/storage area and promptly updating the associated records in the IT software tracking system
• Joining regular internal team meetings and safety briefings
• Ensuring that tools and testing equipment is maintained and calibrated
• Analysing field service data trends and recommending process and equipment improvements
• Contributing to continuous improvement projects and initiatives 
• Providing training and support to new joiners and junior-level field service team members
• Leading safe-work practices and ensuring the safety of junior-level field service team members
• Reporting and escalating day-to-day issues to more senior field service team members or management in a timely manner
• Other duties as required

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 Structural Assessment and Design Engineer in our Services & Manufacturing Excellence team based in Port Kembla NSW. 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.

In this role, you will work with plant departments to identify and manage our plants structural condition. With mentoring from our experienced team, you will enhance our internal technical capability to deliver cost effective, risk based structural inspection. Providing corrective action advice, you’ll work with our inspection technicians and focus on the continuous improvement in uptime and overall operational security.

With your willingness to learn, we will support you with on-going training and development. When you join our team, we offer a 14% superannuation option, an annual profit share plan (bonus), access to a number of health & wellbeing initiatives including such as our EAP provider, and fitness passport.

What Will You Do?

Reporting to the Crane and Structural Inspection Team leader, you will have a hands-on approach and a keen interest to grow and develop yourself technically. You will also:

• provide structural expertise and advice to minimise the business risk of structures whilst ensuring compliance with all applicable statutory policies and standards
• actively participate within engineering networks to maximise intellectual capture of knowledge management
• develop Structural Inspection and reporting processes and procedures utilising internal systems
• develop and maintain sound relationships with internal customers and promotion of the internal structural inspection capability

More About You

Supported by a Civil / Structural Engineering degree, you will have experience in applying your engineering knowledge and will also bring:

• a safety-first mind-set, championing the care and wellbeing of yourself and others
• an understanding of structural engineering principles and their practical application
• a collaborative approach in working with cross functional teams
• a willingness to learn and develop your skills with a continuous drive in improving procedures and process
• developed communication and influencing skills - building constructive and effective relationships

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 Friday 17th January 2025.

Please note that BlueScope Talent Team will be closed during the Christmas period from 19th December 2024 to 6th January 2025. Applications submitted during this time will be reviewed after 6th January 2025.