Diesel Fitter

MacKellar Group; Nambour; On-site; AUD 93,000 - 133,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Camp accommodation and meals

Overtime opportunities

Salary packaging and novated leasing

Job summary

MacKellar Group is seeking an experienced Heavy Diesel Fitter to join the permanent maintenance team at Middlemount Mine in Queensland. The role offers an 7/7 roster, camp accommodation and meals, with a long-term career in a leading Australian mining contractor.

Earn $82.16/hr and up to $186k per annum plus super, with overtime opportunities and modern facilities. You’ll bring trade qualifications, hands-on maintenance expertise, and a commitment to safe work practices.

Qualifications

• Australian recognised Trade Qualification as a Heavy Diesel Fitter or Plant Mechanic.
• Experience maintaining heavy earthmoving or mining equipment.
• Strong mechanical diagnostic and fault-finding skills.
• Current Standard 11 and Coal Board Medical (or the ability to obtain).
• Current Queensland Driver's Licence.
• Commitment to safe work practices and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Join permanent maintenance team at Middlemount Mine.
• Perform maintenance and repairs on heavy diesel equipment and mining machinery.
• Adhere to safety standards and site procedures to deliver reliable equipment.

Skills

Trade qualification

Heavy equipment

Diagnostics

Driver's licence

Safety

Job description

• Earn $82.16/hr / $186k pa + Super paid on every rostered hour
• Permanent 7/7 even time roster with camp & meals provided
• Long-term career with a leading Australian mining contractor

Heavy Diesel Fitter | Middlemount Mine | $82.16/hr / $186k + Super | 7/7 Roster

Build a long-term career with one of Australia's leading mining contractors. MacKellar has been delivering safe, reliable mining and maintenance services for more than 60 years. We're currently seeking experienced Heavy Diesel Fitters to join our permanent maintenance team at Middlemount Mine.

Heavy Diesel Fitter | Middlemount Mine | $82.16/hr / $186k + Super | 7/7 Roster

Build a long-term career with one of Australia's leading mining contractors. MacKellar has been delivering safe, reliable mining and maintenance services for more than 60 years. We're currently seeking experienced Heavy Diesel Fitters to join our permanent maintenance team at Middlemount Mine. If you're looking for excellent earning potential, job security, a well-equipped workshop and an even-time lifestyle roster, this is an opportunity to join a business that invests in its people and equipment for the long term.

What You'll Receive

• Earn up to $82.16 per hour / 186k pa + super, commensurate with experience
• Super paid on every rostered hour
• Permanent full-time employment
• 7/7 rotating roster (days and nights)
• Ongoing overtime opportunities
• Camp accommodation and meals provided
• Tools, uniforms and PPE supplied
• Salary packaging and novated leasing options
• Access to MacKellar Rewards and employee discounts
• Stable, long-term project with an established maintenance team

About You

You'll be a motivated tradesperson who enjoys working in a fast-paced mining environment and takes pride in delivering quality maintenance outcomes. To be successful, you'll have:

• Australian recognised Trade Qualification as a Heavy Diesel Fitter or Plant Mechanic
• Experience maintaining heavy earthmoving or mining equipment
• Strong mechanical diagnostic and fault-finding skills
• Current Standard 11 and Coal Board Medical (or the ability to obtain)
• Current Queensland Driver's Licence
• Commitment to safe work practices and teamwork

Why MacKellar?

At MacKellar, we don't just offer a job—we offer a long-term career. With more than five decades supporting Australia's mining industry, we've built a reputation for maintaining modern equipment, developing our people and creating a workplace where safety and respect come first. When you join our team, you'll benefit from:

• Long-term employment with a respected Australian contractor
• Modern workshops and a well-maintained fleet
• Genuine career development and internal promotion opportunities
• A supportive team culture where your contribution is recognised
• Stable work on an established Queensland mining operation