HD Fitter / Fitter / Diesel Fitter / Drill Fitter
Redpath Australia currently has an opportunity for Heavy Diesel fitter to join our project, MMG's Dugald River Mine in North West Qld.
Reporting to the Maintenance Supervisor on your crew you will enjoy working in a large but close-knit team of experienced HD Fitters.
Your position as a heavy diesel fitter will see you working across the surface workshop, underground service bays with field, and breakdown work included, machinery consisting of a fleet of Sandvik Jumbos, Cable bolters, Loaders and Trucks, Normet Spray rigs, Agi Trucks and Charge up Rigs plus more.
The Redpath Group is a leading mining contractor with almost 10,000 employees on projects across the globe. We specialise in shaft sinking, mine development, contract mining, raiseboring, underground construction, engineering & technical services, and specialty services in the mining and construction sectors.
With the recent acquisition of RUC Mining, we now operate the largest fleet of Raisedrill & Raisebore machines in Australia. Integrating RUC Mining's expertise with Redpath’s established reputation allows us to offer an expanded range of services and enhanced capabilities to our clients. This integration is not just about growth; it's also about creating more opportunities for all of our team members.
As our business continues to grow, we are seeking talented candidates to be involved in the integration and streamlining of our operations to continue Redpath's development and ability to continue to deliver exceptional value to our clients and partners.
Your duties will be varied and involve:
Undertaking scheduled and preventative maintenance, repairs, and fitting parts
Attending breakdowns, fault finding and diagnostic work, and providing technical support
Working within safety guidelines, policies, and procedures
Roster on Offer: 2 week on, 2 week off roster, rotating day and night.
FIFO: available from Brisbane, Townsville or Cairns.
Camp: A well-known mining hub in Cloncurry North West QLD, the camp on site features a variety of facilities including a modern canteen and accommodation. The site currently has:
En-suite rooms with air conditioning and Wi-Fi
Good quality and consistent standard of meals
Clean camp site with large array of facilities & activities
Your Value
The ideal candidate will come from a heavy vehicle background, develop or continue your career in underground mining.
Heavy vehicle/diesel fitting trade qualification
Hold a valid Australian Drivers Licence + able to obtain a National Police Check within 3 months
Able to contribute and work well within a supportive and dynamic crew culture
A work ethic and attitude in keeping with Redpath's motto Consider it done — safely.
The opportunity & why apply?
The position is full time and long-term with full job security, holidays and sick leave accrued. You will receive ongoing support and training and enjoy the following benefits:
Great hourly rates + super paid on all hours
Your desired even time roster to enjoy work life balance
Continual training, progression, and support to help you reach your goals in the industry.
In return you can expect
Family friendly lifestyle roster
Career paths through internal promotions
Competitive hourly rate with annual leave, sick leave
PPE provided
Modern Camp Facilities
Salary Sacrifice for Superannuation and Novated car leasing
Discounted health insurance with BUPA
Business improvement and innovation rewards
Reimbursement for prescription safety glasses (up to $200)
Employee Assistance (4 sessions per annum), well-being assistance that’s free for all the family
Investment in training in OEM Accredited Trade Courses