Mechanical Tradesperson

Power Up Your Career

Who we are

CleanCo is a low-emission energy retailer, generator and developer backed by the Queensland Government. We are powering Queensland’s transition to a net zero future through our renewable and firming portfolio.

Our diverse and capable team works together to deliver reliable energy solutions for communities and industry across Queensland.

We are recognised as Employer of Choice by Work180. We welcome applications from women, neurodivergent individuals, people with disability, First Nations people, LGBTQIA+ individuals and those from culturally diverse backgrounds. Adjustments to the recruitment process are available on request.

What you'll contribute to

As a Mechanical Tradesperson, you'll play an important role in maintaining and improving the reliability, availability and efficiency of critical generating assets at Wivenhoe Power Station. You'll perform mechanical maintenance, plant inspections, asset overhauls and improvement activities that support safe and reliable operations. Your work will directly support CleanCo's ability to provide reliable, low-emission energy to Queensland customers while ensuring critical assets continue operating safely and efficiently. 

In this role you will:

• Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on plant and equipment.
• Complete inspections, fault finding and diagnostics to identify improvement opportunities.
• Support major equipment overhauls and maintenance campaigns.
• Help improve systems, processes and work practices that enhance reliability and safety.
• Coordinate contractors and support operational activities during peak work periods.
• Maintain accurate technical records and documentation.
• Build strong working relationships across operations, engineering and maintenance teams.

On your first day you will have:

• Mechanical Trade Certificate.Experience within heavy industrial, manufacturing, mining, utilities or power generation environments.
• Strong fault-finding, maintenance and diagnostic capability on rotating equipment and plant assets.
• Experience working within permit-to-work and safety management systems.
• Ability to communicate and collaborate effectively with tradespeople, contractors and operational teams.
• Experience interpreting technical drawings, documentation and maintenance systems.

What you will find here:

• The opportunity to contribute to Queensland’s clean energy future and see the real-world impact of your work
• A supportive environment that embraces change and encourages continuous learning
• Space to take ownership, backed by trust and accountability
• Open, respectful communication where diverse perspectives are valued
• A collaborative culture focused on shared success and meaningful outcomes

What we offer you

At CleanCo, you don’t just contribute to Queensland’s energy future - you’re supported to power your own. Our benefits support balance, wellbeing and career development at every stage of life, including:

• A progressive and inclusive culture where people feel safe, connected and seen.
• Option to purchase additional leave.
• Discounted health insurance, Fitness Passport, and health programs.
• Salary sacrificing options.
• Wellbeing support through various support groups such as Mates in Energy.

What happens next?

We'd love to hear from you sooner rather than later. Applications close on 9/10/2026, but we sometimes find our person before then.

Our Talent team reviews every application and if we think you could be a great fit, we'll be in touch for a friendly chat. If things click, we'll move you through to interviews from there!

Even if we are not currently advertising the position that you are looking for today, we may be tomorrow. Keep up-to-date with new opportunities as they happen by following us on LinkedIn or registering for our Talent Community via our careers page.