JOB DETAILS

Reliability Lead

CompanyBlueScope
LocationAustralia
Work ModeOn Site
PostedMarch 30, 2026
About The Company
With over 16,500 people across 15 countries, BlueScope is a leading international supplier of steel products and solutions for building and construction markets. Australia’s largest manufacturer, BlueScope’s portfolio of brands includes COLORBOND®, ZINCALUME® and TRUECORE® steels and the LYSAGHT® range of building products. Steel plays a critical role in sustainable development. To BlueScope, sustainability means developing, manufacturing and selling steel products and solutions in a way that provides for a sustainable future, with a focus on continuous improvement, adopting new operating methods and anticipating new products for the future. BlueScope’s long-term growth is underscored by the sustainability of steel and the critical role it will play in supporting a sustainable society. We take a life-cycle approach, looking at the impact of a product over its entire life and focusing on the four principles of a circular economy: reduce, reuse, remanufacture and recycle. Our steel products and services ensure that we contribute to the opportunities and challenges of society’s move to a lower-carbon economy. To deliver long-lasting value and meet the expectations of all of our stakeholders, our business must transform on all fronts. Read BlueScope's latest Sustainability Report at bluescope.com/sustainable-steel. Interested in an exciting career at one of Australia’s most reputable companies with a track record of making things happen? Learn more at bluescope.com and watch regular video stories here on LinkedIn—produced in-house with our people around the world.
About the Role

Job Description

BlueScope is an Australian-born global success story spanning 15 countries. Our team of over 16,500 people is our strength and we want our people to be safe, successful and well. We’re leaders and innovators in transforming steel into smart products and solutions that support society, today and in the future. We’re proud of brands, like COLORBOND ® steel that inspire and protect everything from hospitals to bridges and stadiums.

The Opportunity

Orrcon Steel is looking for a Reliability Lead in our Orrcon Maintenance team based in Salisbury. Orrcon Steel is a manufacturer of steel tube and pipe and leading Australian steel distributor with nationally recognised brands. 

In this business-critical role, you’ll lead the reliability services for our production teams who operate within a continuous manufacturing environment. Your team’s contribution will enable improved machine uptime and performance so we can continue to make and deliver our world-class product to our valued customers.

What Will You Do?

Contributing to the safety of our people, the quality of our product and the reliability of our equipment, you will:

  • lead, motivate and manage the Reliability Team consisting of planning, trades, and apprentices.
  • guide maintenance personnel by analysing asset performance and providing expert advice to enhance equipment performance, capability, and cost efficiencies.
  • undertake budget management and compliance documentation to ensure maintenance activities align with business requirements.
  • facilitate root cause analysis and resolve issues in a variety of manufacturing scenarios.
  • lead maintenance projects and major equipment repairs.

More About You

We welcome applications from engineering or trade professionals with applied knowledge of manufacturing asset maintenance and reliability improvement techniques. Along with a focus on safety, you will bring:

  • sound understanding of modern manufacturing processes (e.g. Maintenance Management Systems, Maintenance Strategies and Overall Equipment Effectiveness).
  • extensive experience within a manufacturing / heavy industry environment.
  • previous experience supervising others (in an informal or formal capacity).
  • computer competency with programs such as SAP and Microsoft Office (including Excel).

Why BlueScope

As we’re creating strength for the future through our people, products and solutions, BlueScope gives you opportunities to innovate, learn and grow with the business, supported by inclusive leadership and a positive, passionate team. At BlueScope, you’ll:​

  • Learn and develop as you grow. With opportunities to build skills specific to your role and aspirations, our lifelong learning culture will support your future career pathways.​
  • Create innovative solutions. Seek better, smarter ways to solve problems, create sustainable solutions and make things happen.​
  • Experience connection and care. Experience a positive, inclusive work environment where we look out for each other’s safety and wellbeing.​
  • Deliver work that matters. Every action you take matters in delivering for our customers and strengthening communities for the future. We value what you do. ​

At BlueScope, we offer work-life flexibility through our B-flex program. We’re committed to fostering an inclusive environment where every employee feels respected and valued to be their authentic selves, and welcome people of all backgrounds, skills, experiences and perspectives. We encourage Women and First Nations people to apply. We’re passionate about driving sustainability outcomes that matter to our communities, including action on climate and our 2050 net zero goal.​

Bring your energy and make your mark, as, together, we drive Our Purpose: “We create and inspire smart solutions in steel, to strengthen communities for the future.” ​

Come and discover us at www.bluescope.com/auscareers

Join us, creating strength for the future.

Applications close Monday 13th April 2026.

Key Skills
ReliabilityMaintenance Management SystemsMaintenance StrategiesOverall Equipment EffectivenessRoot Cause AnalysisBudget ManagementSAPMicrosoft OfficeExcelAsset Performance AnalysisEquipment RepairSupervisionSafety FocusManufacturing ProcessesTeam Leadership
Categories
Management & LeadershipEngineeringManufacturingTrades
Job Information
📋Core Responsibilities
The Reliability Lead will manage the Reliability Team, consisting of planning staff, tradespeople, and apprentices, while guiding maintenance personnel with expert advice to enhance equipment performance and cost efficiencies. This role also involves undertaking budget management, compliance documentation, facilitating root cause analysis, and leading maintenance projects and major equipment repairs.
📋Job Type
full time
📊Experience Level
5-10
💼Company Size
7832
📊Visa Sponsorship
No
💼Language
English
🏢Working Hours
40 hours
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