Graduate Mechanical Engineer in Visy, Australia

Job Description

Visy is powering the circular economy, closing the loop between packaging, remanufacturing, and recycling. Over 75 years, we’ve grown to 7,000 employees and 150 global operations –predominately in Australia and New Zealand. We believe materials are not recycled until they’ve been made into new products. We collect and sort recyclable materials like paper, cardboard, glass, plastics and metals from households and businesses, and locally remanufacture them back into new, sustainable packaging. From cardboard boxes, water bottles and jam jars to food and beverage cans, we are using recycled content to power Australia and New Zealand’s food and beverage packaging industry.

Role Details

The Graduate Mechanical Engineer is an exciting career opportunity for a qualified professional who is looking to grow their career with Visy. The role is based full-time in our Reservoir site, reporting to the Reliability Manager.

What you’ll do

• Develop the weekly maintenance plan
• Management of ratable spares including liaison with suppliers
• Cataloguing of mechanical spares with stores
• Mechanical database control including monitoring preventative maintenance schedules, organizing work orders and closing out jobs
• Support for purchasing department administration and store inventory
• Liaise with production personnel daily for the safe and efficient maintenance of the mill and all associated equipment.
• Assist in minimizing unplanned mechanical downtime of the Paper Machine and auxiliary Equipment.
• Assist in managing the mechanical repair workshops
• Promote and adhere to all areas of the Visy Pulp & Paper management systems policies and procedures.
• Evaluate the O H & S requirements before purchasing goods or services
• Initiate actions to improve Visy’s environmental impact

What You Will Bring

• To have recently completed a degree or be eligible to graduate in Mechanical Engineering.
• Superior communication coupled with strong analytical skills, a high level of initiative and the ability to work autonomously.
• Drive and determination, a proactive confident approach, enthusiasm and an ability to work in a team environment.
• A willingness and ability to learn and absorb information and take accountability for tasks.
• Hands-on practical experience seen as beneficial
• The plant operates on a 7-day, 24-hour basis and the employee will be required to work flexible hours at times

What you’ll love when you join us: 

• Sustainability: Contribute to sustainability initiatives that make a difference.
• Supportive Environment: Be part of a team that values safety, respect, and collaboration.
• Career Growth: Opportunities for further training and career advancement within the company