Job Description
InfraBuild is seeking a dynamic individual to join our Newcastle Rod Mill as a Condition Monitoring Technician. This full-time role offers the chance to grow your career with Australia’s leader in steel manufacturing, all while enjoying the vibrant Newcastle lifestyle. Located just minutes from stunning beaches, national parks, and a welcoming community, Newcastle offers a relaxed coastal lifestyle and a temperate climate, perfect for both personal and professional growth.
In this role, you’ll be a key player in maintaining and improving plant reliability, focusing on Condition-Based Health Analysis of equipment using tools like Vibration Analysis, Oil Analysis, and Thermography. This position offers career progression and opportunity to take full ownership of the entire condition monitoring process from start to finish, seeing the rewards and positive impact on plant performance.
You’ll also have the chance to apply and develop your trade or technical background while learning alongside a skilled and experienced team.
A generous relocation package is included, covering relocation allowance, removalist expenses, flights, and temporary accommodation.
We welcome applicants from various backgrounds, including those seeking a career change.
Responsibilities Include
Maintaining and promoting a strong safety focus
Manage, implement, and improve vibration, lubrication and thermography based predictive maintenance programs, including maintenance of condition monitoring tools and systems
Plan and execute CM data collection and analysis as per schedule
Record CM findings and report on defects found in a timely manner using reporting system
Recommend actions based on interpretation of condition monitoring data using CMMS i.e. SAP
Build relationships and provide technical support to the maintenance and operations teams
About You
The ideal candidate will have:
Mechanical or Electrical Trade qualification and/or a reliability engineering background
Previous experience in Condition Monitoring and lubrication (preferred, but trade backgrounds are welcome)
ISO Vibration Analysis Category 1 (VCAT1) or higher certification
Basic SAP or equivalent CMMS experience
Familiarity with safety and risk assessment tools such as Job Hazard Analysis and Take 5’s
Strong initiative and be self-driven with a passion for results
Ability to develop positive relationships and work within a team / team environment
Key Benefits
Part of a dynamic multi-disciplinary team of engineers, trades and operators
Opportunity to develop own personal experience, knowledge and skillsets in predictive maintenance
Opportunity to apply skillsets to continuously improve equipment reliability through effective teamwork
Below are some of our key central benefits that are available to InfraBuild employees. Other benefits may be available depending on your role or site.
Accessible learning available to everyone: InfraBuild Learn360 provides every InfraBuild employee (whatever your role or career aspirations) with self-directed learning opportunities, supported by a variety of resources to help enhance the impact of your learning.
Recruitment referral awards: $1500 is awarded to eligible employees for referring friends or family to an open role if the candidate is successful.
Novated leasing: We provide an effective way to salary sacrifice for a vehicle through novated leasing with a choice of two novated leasing partners -Toyota Fleet Management or LeasePLUS.
About Us
InfraBuild is Australia’s leading integrated steel manufacturing, distribution and recycling business, making steel using our electric arc furnaces. We provide solutions for commercial and residential construction, large scale and nation-building infrastructure as well as our primary producers and rural sectors. With ambitions to be carbon neutral by 2030, each day we help build futures through sustainable steel.
InfraBuild's steel manufacturing team is an integral partner to the construction industry, delivering breakthrough thinking, innovative solutions and the highest standards in quality and supply. Operating two electric arc furnaces in Victoria and New South Wales, InfraBuild then utilises its four rolling mills to form new steel products and supply a range of products to steel distributors and processors nationally.
Why Work Here?
We offer more than just a job; we provide a dynamic environment built on three pillars that define our commitment to both our team and our industry.
Work with a greater purpose: Join us in the pursuit of a sustainable future as we progress our ambition to become carbon-neutral. You will contribute to a legacy that not only helps to build our nation but sustains our environment for future generations. Embrace a culture where differences are celebrated, innovation is embraced and valuing everyone's unique perspectives contributes to our transformation.
Work well - live better: We understand the importance of working in an environment which supports you to balance your personal and professional life. Experience a culture which values you as a whole person - where family extends to the workplace and your well-being matters. You’ll thrive not only in your career with us, but beyond.
Build your own future: Step into a culture where every day is an opportunity to grow, and where driving your own development is not just encouraged; it's expected. You’ll be empowered to take the wheel of your learning journey and uncover your potential. The possibilities are limitless.
We invite you to forge your career in a workplace where passion meets purpose, wellbeing is nurtured and the opportunity to thrive is in your hands.
It is our ambition at InfraBuild to cultivate an inclusive workplace that is as diverse as the communities we serve. We encourage candidates from all cultural backgrounds, genders, orientations, age groups, and abilities to apply. Your diversity is our strength in creating sustainable and innovative steel solutions for Australia's tomorrow.
Agencies should note that unsolicited resumes will not be accepted to this position, and GFG will not pay any fees related to resumes that are submitted directly to hiring managers and not through our approved processes.
We are a 2026 Circle Back Initiative Employer – we commit to respond to every applicant
In this role, you’ll be a key player in maintaining and improving plant reliability, focusing on Condition-Based Health Analysis of equipment using tools like Vibration Analysis, Oil Analysis, and Thermography. This position offers career progression and opportunity to take full ownership of the entire condition monitoring process from start to finish, seeing the rewards and positive impact on plant performance.
You’ll also have the chance to apply and develop your trade or technical background while learning alongside a skilled and experienced team.
A generous relocation package is included, covering relocation allowance, removalist expenses, flights, and temporary accommodation.
We welcome applicants from various backgrounds, including those seeking a career change.
Responsibilities Include
Maintaining and promoting a strong safety focus
Manage, implement, and improve vibration, lubrication and thermography based predictive maintenance programs, including maintenance of condition monitoring tools and systems
Plan and execute CM data collection and analysis as per schedule
Record CM findings and report on defects found in a timely manner using reporting system
Recommend actions based on interpretation of condition monitoring data using CMMS i.e. SAP
Build relationships and provide technical support to the maintenance and operations teams
About You
The ideal candidate will have:
Mechanical or Electrical Trade qualification and/or a reliability engineering background
Previous experience in Condition Monitoring and lubrication (preferred, but trade backgrounds are welcome)
ISO Vibration Analysis Category 1 (VCAT1) or higher certification
Basic SAP or equivalent CMMS experience
Familiarity with safety and risk assessment tools such as Job Hazard Analysis and Take 5’s
Strong initiative and be self-driven with a passion for results
Ability to develop positive relationships and work within a team / team environment
Key Benefits
Part of a dynamic multi-disciplinary team of engineers, trades and operators
Opportunity to develop own personal experience, knowledge and skillsets in predictive maintenance
Opportunity to apply skillsets to continuously improve equipment reliability through effective teamwork
Below are some of our key central benefits that are available to InfraBuild employees. Other benefits may be available depending on your role or site.
Accessible learning available to everyone: InfraBuild Learn360 provides every InfraBuild employee (whatever your role or career aspirations) with self-directed learning opportunities, supported by a variety of resources to help enhance the impact of your learning.
Recruitment referral awards: $1500 is awarded to eligible employees for referring friends or family to an open role if the candidate is successful.
Novated leasing: We provide an effective way to salary sacrifice for a vehicle through novated leasing with a choice of two novated leasing partners -Toyota Fleet Management or LeasePLUS.
About Us
InfraBuild is Australia’s leading integrated steel manufacturing, distribution and recycling business, making steel using our electric arc furnaces. We provide solutions for commercial and residential construction, large scale and nation-building infrastructure as well as our primary producers and rural sectors. With ambitions to be carbon neutral by 2030, each day we help build futures through sustainable steel.
InfraBuild's steel manufacturing team is an integral partner to the construction industry, delivering breakthrough thinking, innovative solutions and the highest standards in quality and supply. Operating two electric arc furnaces in Victoria and New South Wales, InfraBuild then utilises its four rolling mills to form new steel products and supply a range of products to steel distributors and processors nationally.
Why Work Here?
We offer more than just a job; we provide a dynamic environment built on three pillars that define our commitment to both our team and our industry.
Work with a greater purpose: Join us in the pursuit of a sustainable future as we progress our ambition to become carbon-neutral. You will contribute to a legacy that not only helps to build our nation but sustains our environment for future generations. Embrace a culture where differences are celebrated, innovation is embraced and valuing everyone's unique perspectives contributes to our transformation.
Work well - live better: We understand the importance of working in an environment which supports you to balance your personal and professional life. Experience a culture which values you as a whole person - where family extends to the workplace and your well-being matters. You’ll thrive not only in your career with us, but beyond.
Build your own future: Step into a culture where every day is an opportunity to grow, and where driving your own development is not just encouraged; it's expected. You’ll be empowered to take the wheel of your learning journey and uncover your potential. The possibilities are limitless.
We invite you to forge your career in a workplace where passion meets purpose, wellbeing is nurtured and the opportunity to thrive is in your hands.
It is our ambition at InfraBuild to cultivate an inclusive workplace that is as diverse as the communities we serve. We encourage candidates from all cultural backgrounds, genders, orientations, age groups, and abilities to apply. Your diversity is our strength in creating sustainable and innovative steel solutions for Australia's tomorrow.
Agencies should note that unsolicited resumes will not be accepted to this position, and GFG will not pay any fees related to resumes that are submitted directly to hiring managers and not through our approved processes.
We are a 2026 Circle Back Initiative Employer – we commit to respond to every applicant
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Condition Monitoring Technician position is now open for candidates interested in the Mechanic Jobs sector. This role in Newcastle offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Mechanic Jobs is a plus.
