Diesel Fitter

Mader Group; Cairns Regional; On-site; AUD 96,000 - 117,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flights provided

Accommodation provided

Meals provided

Salary sacrificing options

Mates of Mader referral bonuses up to

Ongoing training and development

Employee Assistance Program

Discounts: retail, health and fitness

Three Gears adventure access

Job summary

Mader Group is seeking experienced HD Mobile Plant Fitters for a 7/7 roster in Australia. Flights from Rockhampton, Townsville or Cairns, accommodation and meals provided for a steady workload on a large Caterpillar mining fleet.

Ideal candidates hold Mobile Plant trade qualifications with Caterpillar experience and strong diagnostic skills, plus full Australian working rights. Apply now for ongoing, rewarding mining maintenance roles.

Qualifications

• Trade qualification in Mobile Plant as a Heavy Diesel Fitter or equivalent.
• Caterpillar experience essential.
• Experience on heavy mobile mining equipment.
• Strong mechanical diagnostic and fault-finding skills.
• Commitment to safety and quality workmanship.
• Full Australian working rights.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair Caterpillar mining trucks.
• Work on heavy mobile mining equipment.
• Ensure safety and quality workmanship.
• Operate independently or as part of a team.

Skills

Caterpillar experience

Heavy diesel fitter

Fault-finding

Safety conscious

Team player

Full Australian working rights

Education

Mobile Plant trade qualification

Job description

Mader is currently seeking experienced HD Mobile Plant Fitters to join our team on a 7/7 roster. With a strong fleet of trucks and ongoing work available, this is a great opportunity for experienced Caterpillar tradespeople looking for consistent work and a quality lifestyle roster.

The Opportunity

• 7/7 roster
• Flights paid from Rockhampton, Townsville or Cairns
• Accommodation provided
• Meals provided
• Work on a large fleet of Caterpillar mining trucks
• Ongoing work with a leading mining maintenance company
• Strong support from the Mader team

About You

To be successful, you will have:

• Trade qualification in Mobile Plant as a Heavy Diesel Fitter or equivalent
• Demonstrated Caterpillar experience
• Experience working on heavy mobile mining equipment
• Strong mechanical diagnostic and fault-finding skills
• A commitment to safety and quality workmanship
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team
• Full Australian working rights

Why Mader?

At Mader, we’re committed to providing our tradespeople with ongoing opportunities, strong site support and the chance to work across some of the biggest mining operations in Australia.

If you’re an experienced HD Fitter and looking for a 7/7 roster with flights, accommodation and meals provided, we’d love to hear from you.

Rockhampton, Townsville and Cairns applicants are strongly encouraged to apply.

Benefits

• Competitive pay of $70-$85 per hour + 12% superannuation paid on all hours (pay rate is dependent on your experience)
• Rostered maintenance workshop position on a 7 days on, 7 days off roster
• Rosters tailored to suit your lifestyle
• Salary sacrificing options including vehicles, tooling and flights
• Interstate and international career opportunities
• Clear career progression pathways
• Mates of Mader referral bonuses up to $3,000 per referral
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Employee Assistance Program for you and your family
• Retail, health and fitness discounts
• Access to Three Gears adventure activities