Graduate Mechanical Engineer

Company description:

Yara grows knowledge to responsibly feed the world and protect the planet, to fulfill our vision of a collaborative society, a world without hunger and a planet respected.  To meet these commitments, we have taken the lead in developing digital farming tools for precision farming and work closely with partners throughout the whole food value chain to develop more climate-friendly crop nutrition solutions. In addition, we are committed to working towards sustainable mineral fertilizer production. We foster an open culture of diversity and inclusion that promotes the safety and integrity of our employees, contractors, business partners, and society at large. Founded in 1905 to solve the emerging famine in Europe, Yara has a worldwide presence of about 17,000 employees and operations in over 60 countries.

Job description:

About Yara Pilbara

Yara Pilbara is part of Yara International, a global crop nutrition company. The Pilbara site is one of the world's largest ammonia production facilities, with downstream processing through the Yara Pilbara Nitrates Technical Ammonium Nitrate plant, a joint venture with Orica. Together with ENGIE, Yara Pilbara is also developing a renewable hydrogen plant to produce renewable ammonia. 

Launch your Engineering Career with Yara!

Are you ready to apply your knowledge in a real-world environment? Yara Pilbara is seeking motivated Graduate Engineers to join our 3-year fixed-term Graduate Program, gaining hands-on experience in a world-class ammonia and nitrates production facility.

This is a unique opportunity to develop your technical and professional capabilities while contributing to safe, reliable, and efficient plant operations.

About the Opportunity

As a Graduate Mechanical Engineer, you will gain practical experience within the Maintenance and Projects Department, working closely with Static Engineers on reliability, maintenance, and project-related activities.

You will commence in January/February 2027, aligned with the completion of your university studies and subject to successfully obtaining your degree.

Throughout the program, you will:

• Support maintenance and reliability-based projects, working closely with operations, maintenance, and project teams
• Assist in planning, budgeting, cost control, and job prioritisation activities
• Coordinate jobs, review scopes, ensure quality execution, post-job documentation and SAP update
• Assist in drafting scope of works for static projects and liaising with Procurement team for tendering process
• Apply engineering principles in analyzing static loads, pressure loads, thermal expansion, vibration effects, and piping support stress calculations.
• Contribute to preventive maintenance processes and asset management practices
• Participate in quality inspections, equipment assessments and commissioning activities.
• Perform data analysis, root cause analysis, and support continuous improvement initiatives
• Develop experience in contractor management, job coordination, and safety planning
• Build knowledge of Major Hazard Facility requirements, engineering standards, and statutory compliance
• Gain exposure to condition monitoring, static equipment (pressure vessels, piping, valves), and applicable codes and standards (ASME, API, AS, ISO)
• Support plant reliability, efficiency, and cost optimisation initiatives
• Apply a systematic and analytical approach to problem-solving and decision-making
• Review and assist in drafting Engineering drawings in AutoCAD
• Compliance with Safety and regulatory requirements for pressure vessels, PRV's and Inspection / Asset integrity requirements
• Complete required HESQ training, participate in emergency response activities, and contribute to maintaining a safe working environment (including opportunities to take on site emergency roles)

You will also benefit from structured on-the-job learning, with a strong focus on developing your competence, completing training programs, and progressing toward Chartered Engineer status (Engineers Australia PDP).

Profile description:

We are looking for passionate graduates who are eager to learn and grow within a collaborative team environment.

To be successful, you will have:

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering with Masters/Honours or equivalent
• Strong communication skills (written and verbal), with fluency in English essential
• The ability to work effectively in a team environment
• A proactive mindset with a commitment to continuous learning and development
• The ability to perform work responsibly, minimising risks and potential issues
• Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
• Australian or New Zealand citizenship, or permanent residency (temporary visa holders are not eligible)
• A willingness to relocate to Karratha, WA for the duration of the program

We offer:

We want you to feel supported and set up for success during your time with us. You'll enjoy:

• Complimentary employer-provided housing or $46,000 per year Karratha housing allowance 
• $35,000 per year regional location allowance 
• Annual bonus - target of up to one month's base salary 
• $1,000 per year Health and Wellness allowance 
• $3,000 per year utilities reimbursement (electricity/water)  subject to eligibility
• Flights for you and your dependents, twice per year (after initial service period) 
• Relocation assistance 
• 6 months paid primary parental leave 
• Salary packaging available
• A culturally diverse workplace with a strong focus on diversity, equity & inclusion and access to a vibrant Social Club

Apply no later than

Application end date: 24 June 2026

Yara reserves the right to withdraw this advertisement prior to the closing date without prior notice. 

Recruitment Agencies

Yara engages recruitment agencies by invitation only. Please no unsolicited contact regarding this role.