Heavy Vehicle Mechanic
$Top Rates + super + Bonuses
Work on OEM-spec Volvo MPUs and various underground equipment with dealer-grade tooling and more
Option for FIFO 15:13 or 8:6 rosters
Comfortable camps | European brands you're familiar with
At Dyno Nobel our people vision is to unlock our people capability and culture to create safe, inclusive and high performing teams on the ground.
The Role
Step out of the dealer workshop and into FIFO, with brands you already know. We're looking for road transport mechanics with experience on European trucks ready to apply their diagnostic and mechanical skills to a high-performing, compliant fleet of Volvo-based MPUs and various underground equipment used on Westgold sites in the South West.
You'll complete planned and corrective maintenance on Volvo trucks and various underground equipment with integrated ammonium nitrate manufacturing tech. We're not chasing mining veterans—we're after mechanically tested, process-driven professionals who know how to do it right the first time.
You will also
* Carry out planned and corrective maintenance of FM 8x4 Volvo, multiple mobile processing units and auxiliary equipment.
What You Will Bring
Your great diagnostic abilities will showcase, being well organised and coming to Dyno Nobel with a collaborative philosophy. You will be a team player and be encouraged to support continuous improvement and have excellent written and verbal communication skills.
* You must be committed to positively contributing to our safe, inclusive and high-performance culture
* Background in European brands – Volvo, Scania, Mercedes, MAN
* Heavy Vehicle trade qualified (auto electrical or dual trade a bonus)
* Exposure to hydraulic/pneumatic circuitry and control systems.
* Diagnostic and fault finding strengths
* Basic computer literacy (CMMS experience a plus)
* Dangerous Goods clearance (or ability to get one)
* HR licence (advantageous but not essential)
If you are excited about the role and think you have what it takes but your experience doesn't align 100% we still want to hear from you.
Benefits To You
* We are a team focused on safety, inclusion and high performance.
* 18 weeks paid parental leave for primary carer, 3 weeks for secondary carer.
* Superannuation paid on unpaid parental leave, up to 12 months.
* Salary Market Allowance
* Ongoing Training
* Salary packaging options
* Confidential employee assistance program
* Mental Health and Well-being program
* Options to purchase annual leave (where eligible)
* Various corporate discount programs
* Workplace giving charitable scheme.
* Opportunities for career progression through succession planning and development reviews.
Client Operations – WestGold
Dyno Nobel proudly supports
Westgold Resources
, a leading gold producer operating across Western Australia's
Murchison and Southern Goldfields
.
Our teams are embedded at key sites like the
Bluebird Gold Mine near Meekatharra
, where we maintain and service Mobile Processing Units (MPUs) to keep operations running safely, reliably, and efficiently.
Westgold's 'hub and spoke' model connects multiple underground mines to central processing hubs, creating a dynamic and fast-paced environment. With Westgold owning and operating its own fleet, there's greater flexibility and opportunity for career growth across a range of sites.
FIFO life is well-supported with solid facilities and a strong team culture — giving you the tools, environment, and support to perform at your best and get home safe.
About Us
Dyno Nobel is a global expert in commercial explosives, delivering ground-breaking performance through practical innovation. We provide blasting solutions and quality explosives products to customers in many parts of the world, playing an important role in supporting the extraction of the minerals required to meet the world's demand for energy, infrastructure and consumer goods.
With a long history of technical innovation and excellence in collaborative partnerships, Dyno Nobel understands our customer needs for today and the solutions they need for their mining operations in the future.
Leveraging diversity through inclusion
At Dyno, we believe in the strength of diversity and inclusivity, fostering an environment that is safe, equitable, and embraces differences to enhance performance. We go beyond 'diversity of thought,' valuing people from a variety of backgrounds and encourage applicants from diverse identities. Our commitment extends to helping our team excel at work while achieving a harmonious work-life balance. To support this, we offer a range of work styles and a paid parental leave policy, ensuring our team thrives both personally and professionally. Apply now to be part of our inclusive and thriving community.
What Our Employee's Say
Everyone has been very helpful and welcoming, really enjoying the training making sure we are confident before doing anything on our own.
About Our Process
Our recruitment process typically involves a teams or face to face interview, reference checks, and a medical check.
We value diversity, equity and inclusion and are committed to ensuring a welcoming experience for all candidates. We encourage you to share any support or adjustments you need to be at your best during our recruitment process. We understand sharing your needs may be daunting, so if you have questions before or during your application, please get in touch at
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– we commit to respond to every applicant.