Diesel Fitter- Lake Vermont

Pageup; Isaac Regional; On-site; AUD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Permanent full-time role

Camp accommodations provided

7/7 roster

Fully equipped camp facilities

Competitive salary package

Ongoing training & development

Safety-first culture

Corporate discounts

Job summary

Thiess invites skilled Diesel Fitters to join Lake Vermont Mine near Dysart, Queensland. You will perform scheduled maintenance, servicing and repairs on heavy earthmoving equipment, contributing to safe, reliable fleet performance.

This permanent full-time role offers a 7/7 even time roster, fully equipped camp facilities, and ongoing training. Relocation support from multiple towns and a strong safety culture are provided.

Qualifications

• Trade Certificate in Diesel Fitting or recognised equivalent.
• Post-trade experience within the mining or heavy earthmoving industry.
• Experience undertaking maintenance, breakdowns, servicing and component change outs on heavy mining equipment.
• Current Driver's Licence.
• Strong commitment to safety, teamwork and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled maintenance, servicing and repairs on heavy earthmoving equipment.
• Diagnose and rectify breakdowns to minimise equipment downtime.
• Complete component change outs while maintaining high safety and quality standards.

Skills

Heavy earthmoving equipment

Diagnose/rectify breakdowns

Driver's licence

Education

Trade Certificate in Diesel Fitting

Job description

Every day, all around the world, Thiess supports and celebrates our people. We recognise talent, reward transparency, champion diversity and embrace change.

Join us and hone your skills and develop new ones. Take on big challenges and grow through mentorship, collaboration and empowerment.

The Opportunity

Are you an experienced Diesel Fitter with a passion for maintaining heavy mining equipment? Thiess is seeking motivated and safety-focused Diesel Fitters to join our high-performing team at Lake Vermont Mine near Dysart, Queensland.

As a key member of the Lake Vermont Maintenance team, you'll play an important role in supporting safe, reliable and efficient fleet performance through quality maintenance, repairs and servicing of heavy earthmoving equipment.

• Roster: 7/7 Even Time (Day & Night Shift) | Location: Lake Vermont Mine, QLD | Employment Type: Permanent Full-Time

As the Diesel Fitter, you will

• Perform scheduled maintenance, servicing and repairs on heavy earthmoving equipment.
• Diagnose and rectify breakdowns to minimise equipment downtime.
• Complete component change outs while maintaining high safety and quality standards.

About You

• Trade Certificate in Diesel Fitting or recognised equivalent.
• Post-trade experience within the mining or heavy earthmoving industry.
• Experience undertaking maintenance, breakdowns, servicing and component change outs on heavy mining equipment.
• Current Driver's Licence.
• Strong commitment to safety, teamwork and continuous improvement.

What's on Offer

At Thiess, our people are the heart of everything we do. We're committed to creating a workplace where everyone can thrive - safely, confidently and with opportunities to grow.

• Permanent full-time role offering long-term career stability.
• BIBO from Townsville, Mackay, Bundaberg, Rockhampton and Yeppoon.
• 7/7 even time roster.
• Fully equipped camp facilities.
• Competitive salary package.
• Ongoing training & development opportunities.
• A strong safety-first culture across all operations, built on care, respect and accountability.
• Range of corporate discounts including health insurance and travel, plus access to exclusive savings at 750+ everyday retailers across Australia.

About Us

Thiess works with clients in Australia, Asia, and the Americas in the dynamic field of open-cut and underground mining. The pioneering spirit of our founders, the legendary Thiess brothers, is our legacy and has inspired our vision to harness the power of people and technology to drive sustainable change for more than 90 years.

Learn more about Our Vision, Purpose & Values.

At Thiess, we're creating a culture of curiosity, knowledge-sharing and continuous learning, supporting our people to contribute to Thiess' success and continued growth in sustainable mining.

We recognise the value of an inclusive and diverse workplace through our vision: Everyone Matters Always. We're focused on creating an inclusive environment to enable our people to bring their best self to work because they feel safe, included and empowered.

Learn more about working at Thiess.