Diesel Fitter - FIFO!

MacKellar Group; Rockhampton Regional; On-site; AUD 91,000 - 124,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

7/7 roster

FIFO

Flights provided

Accommodation on-site

PPE supplied

Gym & facilities

Benefits program

Long-term opportunities

Job summary

MacKellar Group in Queensland's Carmichael Mine is seeking trade-qualified Heavy Diesel Fitters to join the on-site maintenance team. You will service and repair heavy mobile mining equipment, contributing to reliability and uptime in a large-scale operation.

This permanent role offers a 7/7 rotating roster with FIFO from Rockhampton, Townsville or Cairns, with flights, camp accommodation, meals and on-site facilities. A strong safety mindset and teamwork are essential to succeed.

Qualifications

• Trade qualification as a Heavy Diesel Fitter or Plant Mechanic.
• Post-trade experience in mining or heavy earthmoving environments.
• Experience maintaining heavy mobile plant and earthmoving equipment.
• Current Standard 11.
• Valid Driver's Licence.
• Strong commitment to workplace safety and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Carrying out servicing, maintenance and repairs across heavy mobile mining equipment.
• Completing component change-outs, rebuilds and major overhauls.
• Performing fault finding, diagnostics and preventative maintenance.
• Attending breakdowns and carrying out field repairs.
• Completing inspections and planned maintenance activities.
• Ensuring all maintenance work is completed safely and efficiently.
• Working collaboratively with the maintenance team to maximise equipment availability.

Skills

Heavy Diesel Fitter

Education

Trade qualification as Heavy Diesel Fitter or Plant Mechanic

Job description

Ready for your next mining opportunity? Join MacKellar's experienced maintenance team at Bravus Mining & Resources' Carmichael Mine, where you'll work across a modern fleet of heavy mobile plant in a well-established mining operation.

We're seeking trade-qualified Heavy Diesel Fitters for permanent positions offering excellent earning potential, a balanced 7/7 roster and great site facilities.

What's on Offer?

• $77.90 per hour + super paid on all rostered hours
• Permanent full-time employment
• 7/7 rotating day and night roster
• FIFO from Rockhampton, Townsville or Cairns
• Flights, modern camp accommodation (5-10mins from site!) and meals provided
• PPE supplied
• Access to on-site gym, wet mess, and gaming facilities
• Employee benefits and wellbeing programs
• Long-term opportunities with an established mining operation

About the Role

Working as part of our on-site mobile maintenance team, you'll play an important role in maintaining the reliability and performance of our heavy mobile equipment fleet.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Carrying out servicing, maintenance and repairs across heavy mobile mining equipment
• Completing component change-outs, rebuilds and major overhauls
• Performing fault finding, diagnostics and preventative maintenance
• Attending breakdowns and carrying out field repairs
• Completing inspections and planned maintenance activitiesEnsuring all maintenance work is completed safely and efficiently
• Working collaboratively with the maintenance team to maximise equipment availability

About You

To be successful in this role, you'll have:

• Trade qualification as a Heavy Diesel Fitter or Plant Mechanic
• Post-trade experience in mining or heavy earthmoving environments
• Experience maintaining heavy mobile plant and earthmoving equipment
• Current Standard 11
• Valid Driver's Licence
• A strong commitment to workplace safety and teamwork

About MacKellar

With over 60 years of experience in mining and civil earthmoving, MacKellar is one of Australia's leading mining services contractors. We deliver large-scale earthmoving and maintenance solutions across major resource operations.

As the principal mining services contractor at Bravus Mining & Resources' Carmichael Mine, we're proud to support a long-term operation and provide ongoing opportunities for skilled tradespeople.

MacKellar is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from candidates of all backgrounds.

Please note: Only applicants with relevant trade qualifications and experience will be contacted.