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Are you seeking a career that offers a healthy work-life balance, a friendly company culture, and engagement with a supportive community?

Amentum has an exciting opportunity for Facilities Shift Operator to join their team in Alice Springs, NT - Australia.

It is a condition upon your application that candidates are Australian or US citizens to obtain and retain the appropriate level of security clearance and medical clearance applicable to each role.

THE ROLE

The Facilities Shift Operator plays an integral role in ensuring safe, reliable & effective Operation. 

The Facilities Shift Operator is a part of a team responsible for 24/7 oversight, monitoring, operation and control of all site infrastructure, utilities and equipment.

As a Facilities shift Operator you will manage critical power, generation, cooling and hydraulic systems whilst keeping accurate records, completing routine inspections and compiling data on site infrastructure, equipment and essential operating systems. 

Facilities Shift Operators also play a role in switching between different power, generation & utilities configurations and performing safe equipment isolations whilst guaranteeing site reliability. This will include technical assessment and investigation of proposed isolation and configuration changes to utilities, Equipment and infrastructure. 

Additionally, Facilities Shift Operator will be called upon to react and provide emergency response ensuring site service interruptions are avoided and all critical components are operational. This will include performing maintenance and repair activities on a wide variety of equipment and infrastructure. 

This is a diverse, multi-facetted position within a team of specialized experts who have control over and maintain a unique site. As a member of this team, you will join one of 4 shift teams on a 3x days, 1x day off, 3x nights, 5 days off roster (12hr shifts) to guarantee 24/7 support and coverage to the facility and all utilities and equipment.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Monitor/ control site infrastructure and equipment 
• Conduct safe configuration change and equipment isolation
• Technical assessment and technical documentation writing and review 
• Routine equipment inspection, data collection and metric reporting 
• Conduct maintenance and repair to equipment and components to your ability
• Complete reports, incident and event data collection 
• Investigate and review system anomalies 
• Lead and contribute to development of technical process and procedures 
• Ensure compliance with all site environmental health and safety requirements
• Any other reasonable duties as requested

QUALIFICATIONS 

Minimum Essential 

• (AUS) Certificate III in relevant Trade or equivalent experience and skills (US) related facilities certifications 

Applicable trades include but are not limited to:

• Electrical 
• Plumbing
• Refrigeration
• Mechanical
• Non-Electricians will require a restricted electrical license for the purpose of testing for dead.
• 2 years post apprenticeship trade experience or experience as Facilities/ infrastructure Operator
• Understanding of Infrastructure, facilities equipment and functionality within a large operational facility 
• OR Certification & Experience in Facilities Plant Operation and Management 
• Understanding of general equipment maintenance requirements (preventive, predictive, and corrective)
• Understanding of technical plans and drawings with the ability to read and assess plans and all manner or technical documents
• Basic computer skills including Office 365 programs and excel 

Desirable

• Experience and foundation in leadership/ team leader positions in trades or technical sector
• HV switching certification/ experience 
• Experience in Power Generation or Power Networks 
• Experience working with HMI based control systems/ SCADA or BMS systems 

TICKETS AND LICENCES 

• Drivers License
• (AUS) Certificate III in relevant Trade or equivalent experience and skills (US) related facilities certifications 

Desirable

• Dogger/ rigger/ Crane license. 
• HV switching certification
• Confined space entry 
• First aid with CPR/LV rescue
• Prior experience in Facilities operator based role

EXPERIENCE – Minimum Essential 

• 2 Years minimum post trade experience as qualified tradesperson

WORK ENVIRONMENT, PHYSICAL DEMANDS, AND MENTAL DEMANDS

• Facilities Shift Operators should be able to perform general trades-based tasks and physical work of light to moderately heavy physicality 
• The position will also require some extended periods sitting and working in an office space monitoring equipment via HMI. Additionally there may be extended periods of office work reading and interpreting plans and completing technical documentation
• The position may also call for extended periods of manual trade-based labour and time on feet working with tools and equipment 
• Attention to detail and high concentration levels are required along with the ability to multitask and perform thorough decision making processes 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Personnel are required to be medically fit to work and safely complete all physical tasks associated with the role in which they are employed. This includes but is not limited to being able to carry and control moderate to heavy loads and being able to safely traverse and access maintenance environments which may be uneven or cramped.

SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIREMENT

It is a condition of employment that employees obtain and retain the appropriate level of security clearance and medical clearance applicable to each role. US employees will require a TS/SCI clearance with poly.

STATEMENT OF WORK REQUIREMENTS

All personnel assigned to work at shall be:

• At least 18 years of age.
• Able to fluently read, write and speak English

EHS REQUIREMENT

All OASIS personnel are responsible for understanding and complying with all site's environmental, health and safety requirements. While OASIS is responsible for providing a safe workplace and is responsible for ensuring compliance with the requirements of the Handbook, each person is responsible for:

• Completing work tasks in a safe manner
• Reporting any unsafe acts or conditions to their supervisor and/or OASIS PMO/EHS Manager
• Continuous adherence to the environmental, health and safety procedures outlined in the Handbook during the performance of their work
• Red-Carding a Job - Employee right and responsibility to “STOP WORK” if a job is unsafe or possess a danger to the environment.

For further information contact recruitmentaustralia@amentum.com

Applicants will be required to undertake pre-employment checks which include referee checks, criminal History checks, a pre-employment medical assessment and drug test.

Applicants must be Australian citizens or USA citizens who are able obtain and retain the appropriate level of security clearance and medical clearance, applicable to each role.

It is a condition of employment that employees are Australian citizens or USA citizens to obtain and retain the appropriate level of security clearance, applicable to each role as the employee will be required to obtain a security clearance.

Other Responsibilities:

Safety - Amentum enforces a safety culture whereby all employees have the responsibility for continuously developing and maintaining a safe work environment. As appropriate, each employee is responsible for completing all training requirements and fulfilling all self-aid/buddy aid responsibilities, participating in emergency response tasks and serving on safety committees and teams.

Quality - Quality is the foundation for the management of our business and the keystone to our goal of customer satisfaction. It is our policy to consistently provide services that meet customer expectations. Accordingly, each employee must conform to the Amentum Quality Policy and carry out job activities in compliance with applicable Amentum Quality System documents and customer contracts. Each employee must read and understand his/her Quality Management and Customer Satisfaction responsibilities.

Procedure Compliance - Each employee must read, understand and implement the general and specific operational, safety, quality and environmental requirements of all plans, procedures and policies pertaining to his/her job. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.

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Compensation Details:

AUS: $80,000 - 90,000 AUD

       

The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws.

 

Benefits Overview:

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance

• Paid time off and holidays

• Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)

• Educational reimbursement

• Parental leave

• Employee stock purchase plan

• Tax-saving options

• Disability and life insurance

• Pet insurance

 

Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.

       

Original Posting:

04/28/2026 - Until Filled

Amentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days, with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs.

       

Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, ancestry, United States military or veteran status, color, religion, creed,  marital or domestic partner status, medical condition, genetic information, national origin, citizenship status, low-income status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law. Learn more about your rights under Federal laws and supplemental language at Labor Laws Posters.