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Position Title Mechanical Tradesperson

Position Number 39059 Location Alice Springs

Designation TGEN Trade Technical

Reports To (Position Title) Maintenance Planner and Coordinator

Northern Territory Government

Applications must be limited to a one-page summary sheet and an attached resume/cv. For further

Information for Applicants information for applicants and example applications see: Click Here

Territory Generation values diversity in the workplace that represents the community. Therefore,

under an approved Special Measures Plan, eligible Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander (Aboriginal)

Special Measures applicants will be granted priority consideration for selection. For more information on Special

Measures, go to the OCPE website.

Information about Selected If you accept this position, a summary of your merit (including work history, qualifications, experience,

Applicant’s Merit skills, etc.) will be provided to other applicants to enable transparency and understanding of the decision. For further information see: OCPE website.

Organisational Context

Territory Generation is a Government Owned Corporation that was formed in 2014. We produce the majority of the electricity to provide

power to the people of the Northern Territory. Our vision is to be the Northern Territory’s trusted and respected energy services

business.

Our actions, words and behaviours are guided by a core set of values that form the foundation of everything we do. Our values are Focus,

Integrity, Respect, Safety and Teamwork (FIRST).

We recognise that individually, our employees offer unique value and perspective and we are committed to a workplace that supports

people from all backgrounds.

Employee Responsibilities

You work as part of a team to safely and efficiently meet your agreed objectives which contribute to the shared vision for Territory

Generation. You actively demonstrate the organisation’s values and take accountability for your performance and behaviour. Key

responsibilities include:

• Demonstrates an awareness of the Vision and objectives of the Corporation.
• Develops individual objectives and, where requested by direct supervisor, adjusts priorities to the needs of the

business.

Focus

• Tracks own performance in line with objectives on a regular basis.
• Actively participates in performance reviews and feedback processes.
• Remain self-disciplined and calm under pressure.
• Demonstrate the organisation’s values.
• Conduct business in line with the values and high ethical standards – considers values in business interactions;

Integrity • Ensures compliance with legal, governance and policy requirements.

• Deliver on commitments – where commitments cannot be delivered on, communicates openly and honestly and

sets new timelines for delivery.

• Takes accountability and responsibility for own actions;

Respect • Readily shares knowledge and expertise with others.

• Actively supports the team and organisational goals.
• Treats change and new situations as opportunities for learning and growth.
• Demonstrates safe working behaviours in order to achieve an incident free and safe workplace.

Safety • Develops personal safety objectives.

• Challenges unsafe behaviours from teammates.
• Monitors and takes ownership of own safety performance.
• Helps teammates feel valued and included in discussions.
• Places higher priority on team than individual goals.

Teamwork • Shares important or relevant information with team or other affected stakeholders in a timely manner.

• Speaks positively of teammates and other employees.
• Focuses on personal growth and addresses development gaps which will help the achievement of performance

goals.

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Role Responsibilities

The Mechanical Tradesperson will provide a high level of technical expertise in mechanical maintenance, performing preventative and

corrective maintenance activities and modifications of complex engine and electricity generation equipment associated with critical

power generating plant operating on natural gas and diesel fuels.

Key accountabilities include:
1. Carry out duties in accordance with Territory Generation’s safety, environmental and quality policies, safety principles, corporate

values and strategies.

2. Work within Territory Generation’s Safe Systems of Work (SSo W) processes and procedures.

3. Maintain gas/diesel reciprocating engines and electricity generation equipment.

4. Manage and investigate critical plant emergency incidents, complete plant failure/condition technical reports and efficiency

assessments.

5. Comply with manufacturers and Territory Generation procedures and recommendations for maintenance activity.

6. Contribute to the development and maintenance of site records to ensure accurate historical information for maintenance

purposes, including use of the maintenance management system and time confirmation of all tasks.

7. Undertake typical housekeeping duties.

8. Participate in an on-call roster and travel to other stations when required.

Selection Criteria

Essential

1. Mechanical Fitter or Diesel Mechanic trade qualifications or equivalent technical work experience on large reciprocating engines.

2. Current full NT driver’s licence or ability to transfer.

3. Extensive experience in maintaining gas/diesel reciprocating engines (Man Diesel and GE Jenbacher knowledge highly desirable).

4. Demonstrated ability to perform detailed fault-finding on industrial gas turbines and large reciprocating engines, isolate multiple

energy sources and work within permit to work systems.

5. Ability to read and interpret technical documents, drawings and procedures.

6. Strong problem solving skills to enable resolution of administrative, operational or maintenance issues.

7. Proficient computer skills for the effective use of information technology, records, spreadsheets and computerised maintenance

management systems and ability to learn and operate computer based maintenance, stores and office management systems.

8. Demonstrated competency in the area of workplace safety and commitment to safe work practices.

9. Be self-motivated, possess an excellent work ethic and have the flexibility to work under pressure in a small team to meet deadlines

and achieve operation strategic objectives. A demonstrated ability to learn with a strong continuous focus on self-progression.

• Desirable

1. Minimum 3 years’ experience in maintaining large reciprocating engines.

2. High Risk Licences (CSE, forklift, working at heights, EWP), current senior first aid or ability and willingness to obtain.

3. Current gas fitter type B certification.

4. Contractor management and supervision experience.

REVIEW / AUTHORISATION

HR Review: Date

Maintenance Planner and Coordinator: Date

General Manager Operations and

Maintenance: Date

The successful applicant will be required to provide a national police check. A criminal history will not exclude an applicant from

this position unless it is a relevant criminal history.

The preferred candidate is required to undertake a pre-employment medical and employment is conditional on the outcome.

Apply online: https://jobs.nt.gov.au/Home/Job Details?rtf Id=305874

Closing Date: 03/10/2024

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