Maintenance Technician - Mechanical

Company description:

Snowy Hydro is a dynamic, integrated energy business that has been providing on-demand, reliable energy to Australia for generations. Snowy Hydro owns and operates a powerful combination of generation assets, including the mighty Snowy Mountains Scheme, gas and diesel plants, and contracted wind and solar energy. We also provide electricity and gas to about 1 million retail customers through our retail brands Red Energy and Lumo Energy.

Job description:

About the position:

A fantastic opportunity exists for a Mechanical Tradesperson within the Kosciuszko Team based in Jindabyne, NSW. The successful candidate will be working on various important projects which contribute to the ongoing life expansion of our assets.

In this role you will be expected to install, overhaul, and conduct routine corrective, defect and breakdown maintenance of generating units, auxiliary plant and outlying hydraulic structures to contribute to achieving the required availability and reliability of Snowy Hydro assets.

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintenance & Plant Improvements: Responsible for the installation, overhaul, and testing of hydro generating plants and equipment, including mechanical tasks like welding, machining, and lubrication, alongside routine maintenance and documentation

• Safety & Environment: Requires strict adherence to safety processes and policies, maintaining a "zero tolerance" safety culture, and demonstrating proactive situational awareness

• Technical & Planning: Involves fault diagnosis and resolution, cross-functional collaboration, team communication, and the use of maintenance management systems for work orders and record-keeping

About the location:

This position is an on-site role (100% site based) located in Jindabyne, NSW, working a 9 day fortnight

About you:

• Certificate III in Fitting Machinist Trade and intermediate computer skills (Google Suite/Maintenance Management systems)

• Ability to supervise apprentices, read technical documentation (drawings/schedules), plan and prioritise work, and effectively adapt to new processes and cultures

• Committment to our Snowy Values and Behaviours (Safety, Teamwork, Ownership, Agility, Decency & Courage), which guide how we show up and deliver for the people who matter most - our customers, our stakeholders and each other.

• Experience with rotating equipment, particularly turbines, will be highly regarded.

Why Join Snowy Hydro?

We are committed to creating a rewarding and supportive environment for our people. When you join our team, you can expect:

Excellent Work-Life Balance: Work a 9-day fortnight in our regions
Competitive Rewards: In addition to your yearly salary, you can earn a KPI-based bonus and be celebrated through our employee recognition and rewards program.
Professional Development: to support your continuous growth and career advancement.
A Great Culture: Join our amazing Kosci team in Jindabyne, working on our iconic dams and power stations in the region.
Exclusive Savings & Benefits: Take advantage of a wide range of employee perks & discounts, including novated leasing, corporate rates on private health insurance, and deals on tech, travel, and more.

Applications close Sunday 28 June 2026.

About our workforce:

Diversity and inclusion is important to us. Snowy Hydro has a culture of decency and inclusion, with a commitment to the health and wellbeing of our people and a supportive environment to ensure that everyone - regardless of background - feels included and can succeed. At Snowy Hydro, we recognise that we are made stronger by the unique capabilities and qualities that each individual brings, and we believe in providing an environment that allows that uniqueness to thrive.

Snowy Hydro is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. We are committed to the values of Equal Employment Opportunity and provide accessibility accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities. If you are interested in applying for a role with Snowy Hydro and are in need of accommodation or special assistance to navigate our website or to complete your application, please send an email with your request to the Snowy Hydro recruitment team at rec••••••••@snowyhydro.com.au