Technical Specialist – Reliability (FIFO, PNG Gold Mine)

About the role

Brunel International is looking for an experienced Technical Specialist – Reliability to join a high‑performing team at a leading gold mine in Papua New Guinea. Working on a FIFO roster, you will focus on eliminating defects, preventing repeat failures, and delivering practical maintenance improvements that boost safety, reliability and operational performance.

Key responsibilities

• Identify and eliminate recurring maintenance and reliability defects across mobile equipment.
• Lead Root Cause Analysis (RCA) investigations and defect‑elimination activities.
• Conduct Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA) and develop improved maintenance strategies and job plans.
• Review failure data, translate findings into actionable solutions and support critical spares management.
• Collaborate with supervisors, technicians, planners and supply teams to remove inefficiencies and enhance maintenance execution.
• Drive continuous‑improvement initiatives and share learnings across maintenance teams.

Required profile

• Trade qualified in Mechanical, Electrical or an equivalent discipline.
• Proven experience in mobile maintenance, asset reliability or maintenance‑improvement roles.
• Strong practical troubleshooting and failure‑investigation skills.
• Excellent communication ability to influence and engage teams without direct authority.
• Passion for continuous improvement and defect elimination.

Required skills

• Root Cause Analysis (RCA)
• Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA)
• Structured problem‑solving methodologies
• Advanced troubleshooting techniques
• Maintenance strategy development

What we offer

• FIFO position with flights, meals, accommodation, individual insurance and PPE provided.
• Opportunity to work alongside experienced maintenance professionals committed to world‑class practices.
• Ability to make a measurable impact on equipment reliability and operational outcomes.
• Supportive environment fostering professional growth and continuous learning.