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FMR Investments is a privately owned company specialising in the mining and mining-related sectors, with a strong emphasis on residential and community-based operations. We support permanent, full-time employment based locally in the Goldfields region of Western Australia.
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FMR Investments is currently seeking an experienced Drill Fitter Jumbo Offsider, based in the Goldfields region, to immediately join our underground mining crews at the Gordon Sirdar Gold Mine. This role plays a vital part in achieving our development and production targets.
POSITION SUMMARY
Employment Type
Permanent full-time position
Location
Based at our Gordon Sirdar Gold Mine approximately 55km north-east of Kalgoorlie
Roster Hours
12-hour shifts on a 6:1, 6:8 roster, rotating between day and night shifts.
12-hour shifts on a 2/2 roster, rotating between day and night shifts for FIFO applicants
SUMMARY OF ROLE DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
As a Drill Fitter Jumbo Offsider at our Gordon Sirdar Gold Mine, you will play a vital role in supporting underground mining operations and mechanical fitters with the maintenance and repair of the development jumbo. Your responsibilities will include delivering tools and materials, assisting with installations and breakdowns, maintaining equipment, and ensuring work areas are clean and safe. This position is essential to the safety and efficiency of development operations and offers a strong pathway to excel in development drill fitting within the mining industry. This role is suited to a trade person who aspires to be a dual trade/ operator in the underground development field.
Your key responsibilities will include:
Assisting with maintenance and repairs
Delivering tools and materials
Supporting equipment installations and breakdowns
Performing pre-start checks and daily servicing.
Assist Jumbo Operators by transporting and setting up ground support materials (e.g., bolts, mesh, steel)
Underground driving
Heavy lifting (up to 50kg) and physical labour
Operating pumps
Safety monitoring
Maintaining clean, hazard-free work areas.
General Duties
Be flexible and willing to undertake other underground tasks or labouring duties as directed.
Maintain high personal standards of safety, performance, and teamwork.
Work to achieve daily development targets in line with operational plans.
Equipment, Machinery, Systems & Tools
Utility vehicles (light vehicles, IT loaders).
Hand and power tools.
Service lines and water hoses.
Tag boards and signage.
Administrative Documentation & Reporting
Complete basic shift logs or task sheets.
Assist in updating equipment usage and inspection records.
Detailed downtime log with actions.
Report hazards and safety incidents promptly.
Health, Safety, Compliance & Communication
Adhere to all company policies, environmental standards, and site procedures (including the WHS Act & Regulations)
Communicate effectively and complete all required documentation accurately and on time
Conduct routine inspections to identify and control hazards
KEY REQUIREMENTS
Experience
Essential – Must hold a recognised Mechanical Trade qualification.
Education/Qualifications/ Licenses
Current Manual Driver's Licence.
Good physical fitness and safety awareness
Dangerous Goods Security Card (DGSC)
Previous experience in an underground or mining environment.
Completion of mining-related safety training (e.g., Standard 11).
About you
Strong work ethic and a proactive attitude.
Communication and teamwork skills.
Situational awareness and hazard identification.
Willingness to work in physically demanding and remote environments.
Adaptability and eagerness to develop mining skills.
WHAT FMR INVESTMENTS OFFER
Competitive base salary with performance bonuses
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Training, upskilling, and opportunities for internal promotion and career development
Stable, long-term employment with a growing WA mining company
Focused on being a residential community-based operation
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
National Police Clearance issued within 3 months
Legal right to work in Australia
Pass a relevant fitness to work medical including drug and alcohol screening
RECRUITMENT PROCESS
Shortlisting will begin immediately, and only candidates selected for interview will be contacted.
We are not engaging with Recruitment Agencies at this time; only direct applications will be considered.
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Your application will include the following questions:Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia? How many years' experience do you have as a fitter? Do you have a current Australian driver's licence? Do you have a current Police Check (National Police Certificate) for employment? Have you worked in a role which requires a sound understanding of OH&S/WHS? Are you willing to undergo a pre-employment medical check?
FMR Investments is an investment organisation with interest predominantly in the mining and mining related industries. The company was founded in 1989 by Peter Bartlett and was formerly known as Barminco Pty Ltd, originally trading as specialist underground mining contractors until it divested and then sold the contracting business, Barminco Limited to private equity firm Gresham in August 2007
Today, FMR Investments has branched into other areas of business in addition to its mining portfolio including land development and property investments; specialist aeroplane fabrication and aerial incendiary technology; toll milling for gold ; steel fabrication and ball mill manufacturing and equipment and business finance.
Source: This is an extract from the company's own website
FMR Investments is an investment organisation with interest predominantly in the mining and mining related industries. The company was founded in 1989 by Peter Bartlett and was formerly known as Barminco Pty Ltd, originally trading as specialist underground mining contractors until it divested and then sold the contracting business, Barminco Limited to private equity firm Gresham in August 2007
Today, FMR Investments has branched into other areas of business in addition to its mining portfolio including land development and property investments; specialist aeroplane fabrication and aerial incendiary technology; toll milling for gold ; steel fabrication and ball mill manufacturing and equipment and business finance.
Source: This is an extract from the company's own website
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