Lubrication Technician

Duties Complete scheduled weekly bearing greasing and inspections on fixed plant equipment in accordance with lubrication routes, work orders, equipment manufacturer instructions and site procedures.
Inspect and service Perma automatic lubrication systems. Check lubricators, settings where authorised, delivery points and associated lines; replace cartridges and batteries as required, and record completed work.
Collect, label and submit representative oil samples using approved sampling methods. Maintain accurate equipment, sample and work order records.
Inspect grease points and lubrication components, including pumps, reservoirs, filters, breathers, hoses, tubing and fittings. Identify leaks, blockages, damage, contamination, low levels or abnormal conditions and report defects promptly.
Carry out lubricant and filter change-outs and, where trained and authorised, remove, repair or replace lubrication or hydraulic hoses, fittings and stainless steel tube assemblies.