About Coregas

Coregas is shaping the future of gases in Australia and New Zealand. As a proud member of one of the world’s leading industrial gas groups, we continue to manufacture gases locally and distribute them across Australia and New Zealand. Our compressed gases and cryogenic liquids support a wide range of industries—from construction and healthcare to research, food & beverages, welding, and clean energy.

Coregas' vision is Changing Gases, Changing Lives. At Coregas, we help our customers achieve amazing things by delivering products, expertise and personal service second to none.

The Opportunity

Coregas has an opportunity for 1 Plant Maintenance Technician (Chemical) to join our team. The role will be based at our Wollongong, New South Wales site. The duties will include:

Design and specify chemical process systems and control strategies for the handling, separation, and transformation of gases and fluids in line with Coregas operations.

Plan and oversee the installation, commissioning, and operation of chemical plant systems and equipment.

Coordinate all scheduled maintenance activities for the Mackay facility, including routine condition monitoring, shutdown planning and execution of planned maintenance.

Diagnose faults and perform operational maintenance of machines and fluid power systems, ensuring minimal downtime and optimal performance.

Act as Systems Administrator for Coregas’ Maintenance Management System (MMS), ensuring all plant and equipment records, SOPs, and maintenance policies are current and complete.

Conduct risk assessments for all maintenance activities and ensure appropriate sign-off prior to assembling or installing new or modified equipment.

Supervise and coordinate external contractors performing inspection and maintenance tasks, ensuring compliance with Coregas and Australian standards.

Provide technical and project management support across site initiatives, including estimating material costs, quantities and equipment requirements.

Conduct inspections per SOPs to ensure all plant, tools and equipment are safe and compliant. Report and isolate any unsafe equipment.

Maintain high standards of practice in Quality Assurance and safety management, contributing to a culture of continuous improvement.

Installation of equipment & systems in accordance with Australia and Coregas standards.

Sort cylinder, inspect for faults, process cylinders for filling.

Operate test station and test cylinders as required.

Operate manual handling equipment in accordance with SOP.

Candidate are required to hold a relevant trade or degree qualifications and at least 3+ years of experience performing Technician duties within the gas or similar industry.

The remuneration will be at $38.96 per hour | $77,000 per annum + superannuation.

How to apply

Applicants will need to submit their resume along with a cover letter addressing how they meet the job specifications outlined above.

As part of the recruitment process, suitable candidates will be required to complete background checks, which may include reference checks, police checks, pre-employment medical assessment, and drug and alcohol testing as part of your application process.

Coregas promotes and adheres to the policies and practices of diversity and encourages applications from people of all ages, nationalities, abilities, and cultures - including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, the LGBTQIA+ community and people living with disability.

As part of the recruitment process, suitable candidates will be required to complete background checks, which may include police checks, pre-employment medical assessment, and drug and alcohol testing as part of your application process.