Plant Technician

BlueScope is an Australian-born global success story spanning 15 countries. Our team of over 16500 people is our strength and we want our people to be safe successful and well. Were leaders and innovators in transforming steel into smart products and solutions that support society today and in the future. Were 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 Plant Technician in our Energy Services Operations 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.

Being a part of a cross-functional team youll be responsible for a variety of tasks and Boiler and Turbine Attendants duties. These tasks include rounds monitoring daily routine inspections performance tests on-site troubleshooting cleaning plant set-up isolation startups and overhaul work. Youll ensure streamlined communication within the team as well as respond to any emergencies and alarms. Youll contribute to the teams success and ensure we are meeting customer requirements with a strong focus on safety and the environment.

This opportunity supports a 7 day 12-hour day shift.

What Will You Do

Sharing your knowledge and providing technical guidance to the Energy Services Operations and Asset Development teams you will:

• successfully contribute to a safe working environment
• ensure equipment is available as required to enable department Controllers to deliver energy and process streams to customers and maximize energy efficiency
• review and report on the performance and condition of the equipment
• collaborate with cross functional teams about plant and equipment issues
• proactively supporting the team with any ancillary work and any additional support when directed by the Operations Coordinators

More About You

Being a reliable anddedicated team player you will bring: 

• a safety-first mind-set championing the care and wellbeing of yourself and others
• operational experience working within industrial processes
• the capability to perform complex tasks requiring high levels of attention in a repetitive environment
• the ability to work independently while contributing to the greater teams success
• a willingness to gain the relevant High Risk Work (HRW) licenses (Boiler Advanced and Turbine Operations) accreditations

Why BlueScope

As were creating strength for the future through our people products and solutions BlueScope supports you to build your expertise within a safe and positive team environment. At BlueScope youll:

• Learn and develop as you grow. Work alongside specialists and keep your skills and knowledge at the forefront of industry with our lifelong learning culture.
• Experience connection and care. Experience a positive inclusive work environment where we look out for each others safety and wellbeing.
• Build innovative products. Seek better smarter ways to work help develop sustainable solutions and make things happen.
• 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. 

Were committed to fostering an inclusive environment where every employee feels respected and valued to be their authentic selves and we encourage Women and First Nations people to apply. Were passionate about driving sustainability outcomes that matter to our communities including action on climate and our 2050 net zero goal. At BlueScope we offer work-life flexibility through our B-flex program.

Its an exciting time in our history as together we work towards Our Purpose: We create and inspire smart solutions in steel to strengthen communities for the future. 

Come and discover us at  us creating strength for the future.

Applications close Monday 1st September 2025.