The Opportunity & Why Apply
Step into an exciting role with a highly respected mining principal in Northern QLD, offering the chance to work with experienced and safety-focused team who value quality work, teamwork, and development. What's on offer:
* Develop your skills and gain hands-on experience across a large fleet of underground and surface mining equipment.
* FIFO from Cairns, Brisbane or Townsville with flights, meals, and accommodation provided.
* Solid 8:6 or 7:7 roster across days and nights (nights begin after a few introductory swings).
* Continuous training and development on OEM and underground machinery.
* Work on a modern mining fleet while advancing your career in a supportive team environment.
* Excellent camp facilities, including social activities, recreational spaces, and a strong team culture.
* Join a well-established, safety-first company with long-term mine life and career stability.
The Company & Site
You'll be joining a leading mining operation known for investing in people and retaining skilled trades with site benefits such including:
* A large underground hard rock mine with a fully equipped maintenance workshop.
* Modern ensuite rooms with all meals provided.
* Indoor/outdoor gym, pool tables, tennis courts, and wet/dry mess facilities.
* Vibrant camp life with BBQs, events, and a social atmosphere.
* Reliable Telstra mobile coverage and Wi-Fi across the camp.
The Role & Duties
As an underground heavy diesel fitter, you'll work closely with a skilled team maintaining modern mining and support equipment. Key responsibilities include:
* Servicing, diagnostics, and repairs across heavy mobile plant and mining machinery.
* Attending breakdowns and carrying out preventative maintenance.
* Component change-outs and fault-finding on mechanical and some hydraulic systems.
* Starting in the surface workshop and progressing underground once trained and signed off.
* Hands-on exposure to OEM equipment including Sandvik, CAT, Normet, and Elphinstone.
Travel & Roster
This role offers a structured yet flexible work schedule with the following:
* FIFO from Cairns, Brisbane or Townsville with commercial flights provided.
* Short bus transfer from the airport to site.
* 8:6 or 7:7 roster across days and nights.
* Full camp accommodation and meals included.
Your Skills & Experience
To be successful within this role and hit the ground running you will need to have the following:
* Heavy diesel trade qualification in Cert III or equivalent.
* Proven experience working on heavy equipment such as earthmoving or agricultural machinery or civil.
* Open cut or underground mining experience is not essential
* Strong safety focus and ability to work effectively within a team.
* Ability to pass a full pre-employment medical and police clearance.
What's next?
Applications are being reviewed now for immediate processing and interviews with the maintenance team. To find out more or request a detailed site pack, apply today or call Ellie Smith on 0448 546 ***. You can also reach out for a confidential chat about other opportunities available.
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