Diesel Fitter (FIFO), 7/7 Roster

Kairos HR; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 95,000 - 103,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

FIFO from Brisbane

Camp accommodation provided

Job summary

HCJ Group in Australia is seeking a trade-qualified heavy equipment mechanic to service and repair CAT 776/777 haul trucks, 785 rear tippers, 992/993 loaders, D11 dozers and 16M graders on a predictable roster. You must hold a Cert III in Mobile Plant Technology or equivalent, with at least 3 years post-trade experience on heavy mobile equipment and Queensland High Risk Work licences.

A current HR/MR licence is a bonus.

Qualifications

• Trade certificate (Cert III minimum) in Mobile Plant Technology or Heavy CV Mechanical Technology.
• At least 3 years post-trade experience on heavy mobile equipment.

Responsibilities

• Service, diagnose and repair CAT 776/777 haul trucks, 785 rear tippers, 992/993 loaders, D11 dozers and 16M graders to major maintenance standard.
• Carry out scheduled servicing, component change outs and preventative maintenance.
• Diagnose and resolve faults across hydraulics and powertrain systems.
• Complete work orders, service sheets and site documentation on time.
• Maintain a clean, safe workshop and participate in site safety processes.
• Support the maintenance crew and flag issues early.

Skills

Safety

Team player

Education

Cert III Mobile Plant Technology

Job description

You are trade qualified, you have mining experience, and you are ready to work on a team that actually cares. You want a roster that is predictable, a great team to work with, opportunities to develop and pay that matches your experience.

What You Will Do

Service, diagnose and repair CAT 776 and 777 Haul Trucks, 785 Rear Tippers, 992/993 loaders , D11 Dozers and 16M Graders to major maintenance standard

Carry out scheduled servicing, component change outs and preventative maintenance across a range of heavy mining equipment

Diagnose and resolve faults across hydraulics and powertrain systems

Complete work orders, service sheets and all site documentation accurately and on time

Maintain a clean, safe workshop and actively participate in all site safety processes

Support the broader maintenance crew and flag issues early before they become bigger problems

WHAT YOU WILL BRING

Recognised Australian trade certificate in Mobile Plant Technology, Heavy Commercial Vehicle Mechanical Technology or equivalent (Cert III minimum)

At least 3 years post trade experience on heavy mobile

Queensland High Risk Work Licence with Working at Heights, LF Forklift, EWP and Dogman, gaps considered if you can close them within your first three months

Current C class driver's licence (HR or MR is a bonus)

Ability to pass a pre employment medical and drug and alcohol screen before you mobilise

Full, ongoing work rights, this role is not open to candidates requiring visa sponsorship

WHO YOU ARE

You take safety seriously every single shift, not because someone asked you to but because that is just how you work. You show up for the full roster, you do not leave your crew short, and you take ownership of every job you put your name to. You get it right the first time, speak up when something does not look right, and enjoy working on a 7 on 7 off roster.

WHAT YOU WILL GET

At HCJ Group, you will get more than just a job:

Role Start Dates: January 2027

Hourly rates from $69 to $75 matched to your experience and tickets

FIFO ex Brisbane with flights and camp accommodation covered

Ongoing work on a well run, mining operation near Weipa

Real training and genuine opportunity to step up for the right person

Only candidates with full, valid work rights in Australia will be considered.