Operator Maintainer

About Us

At CleanCo we are delivering clean energy solutions to help our customers thrive in a net zero future.

We own and operate more than 1GW of low emission energy generation and we are actively growing our portfolio to help propel Queensland’s energy transformation.

We are a passionate, inclusive team committed to creating a clean energy future for Queensland. If our mission resonates with you, consider a career with CleanCo.

About the Opportunity

Reporting to the Swanbank Power Station Production Superintendent, the Operator Maintainer plays a key role in ensuring the reliable operation of the station by performing both maintenance and operational duties. This dual-role position involves routine and breakdown maintenance, plant operation, and emergency response, while rotating through a 24/7 shift roster to meet production demands.

This is a 2-year maximum term contract that works a 24/7 Operations shift roster with times on a Maintenance Monday to Thursday 36.25-hour roster.

Key responsibilities:

• Health, safety and environment strategy and delivery: promote a safe work environment through risk management, incident reporting, and adherence to Safe Work Systems.
• Maintenance and outage management delivery: deliver preventative and corrective maintenance, support outages, and ensure plant reliability through safe, efficient work practices.
• Operation management and unit monitoring: operate and monitor plant systems to ensure optimal performance, safety, and compliance, including shift work and emergency response duties.
• Building working relationships and stakeholder management: collaborate with teams, support continuous improvement, and maintain technical competence through training and effective communication.

About you

• Must hold a recognised trade certificate – electrical or mechanical.
• Has obtained an Advanced Boiler and Steam Turbine Operator High Risk Work Licence.
• Holds a valid manual Driver’s Licence (C Class).
• Strong understanding of Safe Work Systems and isolation protocols.
• Skilled in troubleshooting plant equipment and system failures.
• Proficient with computerised maintenance management systems.
• Solid knowledge of plant systems, water chemistry, instrumentation, and control systems.
• Strong ability to quickly learn new processes and technologies, and to adapt to changes in sequences and timelines.
• Ability to apply strong problem-solving competency to complex challenges.
• Ability to build strong relationships both internally within the Station and with key stakeholders and with external providers.
• You have a passion to be part of something bigger than yourself, that contributes to the delivery of a clean energy future crafted in Queensland. 

What We Can Offer

We understand that work is just one important aspect of our employee’s lives. We offer a range of benefits that support balance and create an engaging workplace, by meeting you at your life and career stage. Perks and benefits of joining the CleanCo team include: 

• A progressive and inclusive culture that reflects our unique identity.
• Opportunities to purchase additional leave.
• Discounted health insurance, Fitness Passport, and health promotion programs.
• Opportunities to save via Salary Sacrificing which may increase your take home pay.
• Wellbeing support via our Employee Assistance Program and Mates in Energy membership.
  
  

CleanCo is a proud 2025 Circle Back Initiative Employer and commits to responding to every applicant.
 

For more information about CleanCo please visit www.cleancoqueensland.com.a