Conveyor Technician -Belt Splicer

Fenner Conveyors; Gladstone Regional; On-site; AUD 50,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Very competitive rates (EBAs)

Global market leader in mining service

Career development opportunities

Strong safety culture

Michelin shares & perks

Job summary

Fenner Conveyors’ Gladstone service team is seeking an experienced Belt Splicer for a permanent full-time role involving shutdowns, installations, and belt repairs around the Gladstone region.

The role reports to the Service Manager and requires proven belt splicing ability, crane/conveyor handling skills, and a strong safety mindset. Suitable for candidates with Mine site exposure and a valid forklift licence.

Qualifications

• Proven experience and knowledge of fabric, steel cord and solid woven splicing and installations.
• Ability to identify common belt damage/faults and determine method of repair; general conveyor maintenance experience.
• Experience operating mechanical conveyor belt handling equipment.
• Mine site experience will be highly regarded.
• Willingness to work outside of hours as required.
• Current/valid Forklift ticket and Driver’s Licence (MR- preferred).
• Unlimited working rights in Australia.

Responsibilities

• Belt splicing, repairs, maintenance and installations
• General conveyor maintenance i.e. identifying common belt damage/faults and determine method of repair
• A strong commitment to safety and quality of work

Skills

Belt splicing

Fabric/steel cord splicing

Rigging or dogging ticket

Forklift ticket

MR driver's licence

Conveyor maintenance experience

Education

Certificate II or III in Polymer Processing

Job description

Full time / Weekly pay / Great benefits Permanent opportunity with an industry leader Enhance your earning potential with attractive $$$ & OT

About Us

Fenner Conveyors, a Michelin Group Company, is a world leader in providing engineered conveyor solutions for the mining and industrial sectors. With three manufacturing sites, 29 service branches, and specialized engineering, design, and fabrication facilities, we support a workforce of over 1,300 employees dedicated to innovation and excellence.

About The Role

Our service team in Gladstone is now looking for an experienced Belt Splicer to join on a permanent full-time basis working on shutdowns, conveyor installation, and general belt repairs and maintenance around the Gladstone region.

This role reports to the Service Manager and its responsibilities include but not limited to,

• Belt splicing, repairs, maintenance and installations
• General conveyor maintenance i.e. identifying common belt damage/faults and determine method of repair,
• A strong commitment to safety and quality of work

Roster & Conditions

• 5/2 roster, Monday-Friday, no underground work
• Minimum 40 hours week, permanent position
• Overtime opportunities built into shift

About you

• Proven experience and knowledge of fabric, steel cord and solid woven splicing and installations
• Ability to identify common belt damage/faults and determine method of repair; general conveyor maintenance experience
• Experience operating mechanical conveyor belt handling equipment
• Mine site experience will be highly regarded
• Willingness to work outside of hours as required
• Certificate II or III in Polymer Processing, whilst not essential, would be advantageous
• Dogging or Rigging ticket (desirable)
• Sound communication and interpersonal skills
• Current/valid Forklift ticket and Driver’s Licence (MR- preferred)
• Unlimited working rights in Australia

What’s in it for you?

• Very competitive rates, Enterprise Bargaining Agreement in place (better than the Award)
• Opportunity to work for a global market leader within the mining services industry
• Grow with us through opportunities for career development and progression
• A strong safety culture– with a commitment to 100% safe behaviours
• Access to our employee perks! Michelin shares, the Talent Referral Incentive Program, salary sacrificing, Novated Lease options, Paid Parental leave, a 45% discount on Michelin tyres, Service Recognition Awards, and much more!

We're continuing to build a diverse, inclusive and welcoming culture. We encourage applications from people of all ages, cultures (including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders), abilities, sexual orientation and gender identities. We're happy to adjust our recruitment process to support candidates with disability.