FIFO Underground HD Fitter

What You’ll Do

• Diagnose and troubleshoot faults on mechanical and electrical systems of heavy mining equipment, ensuring quick and effective repairs.
• Perform breakdown repairs and scheduled servicing of mobile machinery at both the mine site and workshop, adhering strictly to safety standards.
• Conduct thorough pre-start checks, SWICs, and inspections to guarantee equipment safety and reliability.
• Maintain critical documentation, record maintenance activities accurately, and ensure all tools and parts are kept safe, serviceable, and organized.
• Minimize equipment downtime by applying your expertise to optimize machinery performance and productivity.
• Liaise with the Maintenance Supervisor and Leading Hand to coordinate work in a safe, efficient manner.
• Assist in training team members, fostering a collaborative environment that encourages safety and skills development.
• Follow all health, safety, and environmental policies, including wearing appropriate protective equipment and immediately reporting hazards or incidents.

Key Skills & Qualifications

• Demonstrated passion for safety and proactive safety practices.
• Extensive troubleshooting experience with electric/hydraulic underground drilling equipment.
• Competent in hydraulic circuits, and diesel engine maintenance.
• Proven ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Strong service and maintenance mindset with a focus on maximizing equipment uptime.
• Excellent organizational skills, including housekeeping and stock management.
• Ability to interpret service manuals and technical drawings accurately.
• Good communication skills with the ability to liaise effectively with team members and supervisors.

Nice to Have

• Experience working with underground mobile mining equipment such as CAT, Sandvik, and Atlas Copco.
• More than 2 years of post-apprenticeship experience in a similar role.

Preferred Education & Experience

• Australian Recognized Heavy-Duty Mechanic Trade Qualification.
• Current and valid Manual Australian Driver’s Licence (C-Class minimum).
• Valid First Aid Certificate.

Other Requirements

• Willingness to work in a underground mining environment, which may include shift work and on-call responsibilities.
• Compliance with all site-specific safety and operational protocols.