Senior Reliability Engineer (Mining Sector)

Please Note: Employment eligibility to work in the U.S. is required; visa sponsorship is not available for this particular role.An established mining company is seeking an experienced Senior Reliability Engineer to drive asset performance, reliability improvement, and maintenance excellence across large-scale operations. This is an opportunity to join a high-performing technical team focused on operational reliability, continuous improvement, and safe production practices.The OpportunityThis role will play a critical part in improving equipment availability, reducing downtime, and enhancing operational performance through world-class reliability engineering practices. Working closely with maintenance, operations, and engineering teams, you will lead initiatives that improve asset health, optimise maintenance strategies, and support long-term operational success.Flexible and hybrid working arrangements are available, with periodic engagement at operational and corporate locations.Key ResponsibilitiesIdentify equipment and process constraints and drive continuous improvement initiatives to eliminate reliability bottlenecks.Improve equipment performance and availability through the development and implementation of effective maintenance and reliability strategies.Lead and facilitate root cause investigations into equipment failures and operational disruptions.Apply reliability engineering principles to improve asset lifecycle performance and reduce maintenance costs.Conduct equipment performance assessments and promote best practices in precision maintenance.Develop, monitor, and improve key reliability and maintenance performance indicators.Lead Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (FMEA) initiatives and identify opportunities for preventive and predictive maintenance improvements.Analyse CMMS and operational data to identify trends, performance gaps, and asset health indicators.Promote safe, reliable operations by identifying risks and recommending engineering solutions to mitigate hazards.Support ongoing reliability projects and technical improvement initiatives across multiple stakeholders.About YouBachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Engineering or a related technical discipline.Proven experience in reliability, maintenance, asset management, or industrial engineering environments.Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities with the ability to interpret technical and operational data.Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence stakeholders across technical and operational teams.Demonstrated commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.Desired ExperienceReliability and maintenance experience within mining, minerals processing, manufacturing, energy, or other heavy industrial sectors.Strong understanding of Reliability-Centred Maintenance (RCM) principles.Experience leading Root Cause Analysis (RCA) investigations and implementing corrective actions.Knowledge of predictive, preventive, and precision maintenance methodologies.Experience with FMEA, asset performance reviews, and continuous improvement programs.Proficiency with SAP or other Computerised Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS).Experience using business intelligence and data visualisation tools such as Power BI to support maintenance decision-making.Ability to interpret engineering drawings, schematics, and technical documentation.What’s On OfferHighly competitive remuneration package with performance-related incentives.Comprehensive benefits package.Flexible and hybrid working options.Exposure to large-scale industrial operations and complex reliability challenges.Strong career development and progression opportunities.Collaborative environment that values innovation, technical excellence, and continuous learning.