Diesel Fitter - Olive Downs Complex

Pageup; Mackay Regional, Moranbah; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

Even-time 7/7 roster

Bus transport from Mackay or Moranbah

Live Local and DIDO options

Ongoing training and development

Job summary

Thiess at the Olive Downs Complex in Queensland seeks an experienced Diesel Fitter to maintain, repair and service mobile plant equipment, supporting safe, reliable mining operations.

You will join a high-performing maintenance team on a 7/7 roster with 12-hour day and night shifts, offering permanent full-time opportunities and pathways for training and development in a modern autonomous mining environment.

Qualifications

• Trade certificate in diesel fitting or equivalent.
• Post-trade mining/heavy earthmoving experience.
• Experience in maintenance, breakdowns and servicing of heavy earthmoving equipment.

Responsibilities

• Safely maintain, repair and service a variety of mobile plant equipment.
• Perform diagnostics, fault finding and preventive maintenance.
• Carry out breakdown repairs and component change-outs.
• Collaborate with maintenance team to deliver quality outcomes.
• Follow work instructions and complete documentation to a high standard.

Skills

Diesel Fitting

Diagnostics

Troubleshooting

Maintenance

Teamwork

Safety culture

Education

Trade Certificate in Diesel Fitting

Job description

Job Type Permanent Full Time. Location Australia - All, Australia - Mackay, Australia - Moranbah.

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 strong commitment to safety and maintaining heavy mining equipment? Thiess is seeking experienced and motivated Diesel Fitters to join our high-performing team at the Olive Downs Complex in Queensland’s Bowen Basin.

As a key member of the Olive Downs maintenance team, you'll be responsible for maintaining, repairing and servicing a range of mobile plant equipment, supporting safe, reliable and efficient mining operations.

Roster: 7/7 Days/Nights | Location: Olive Downs Complex, Bowen Basin, QLD | Employment Type: Permanent Full-time

As a Diesel Fitter, you will:

• Safely maintain, repair and service a variety of mobile plant equipment in line with Thiess and industry standards.
• Perform diagnostics, fault finding, troubleshooting, preventative maintenance, breakdown repairs and component change-outs.
• Work collaboratively with the maintenance team to deliver high-quality maintenance outcomes.
• Follow work instructions and complete all required documentation to a high standard.
• Maintain good housekeeping standards to support a safe and efficient work environment.
• Demonstrate a strong commitment to risk management, safe work practices and continuous improvement.

About you

To be successful in this role you are required to have:

• Trade Certificate in Diesel Fitting or relevant equivalent qualification.
• Post-trade experience within the mining or heavy earthmoving industry.
• Experience in general maintenance, breakdowns, component change-outs and servicing of heavy earthmoving equipment.
• Strong diagnostic, fault-finding and troubleshooting skills.
• Current Driver Licence.
• Current Standard 11 is desirable.
• Strong work ethic with the ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a maintenance team.
• Demonstrated commitment to a positive safety culture.

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.

• Competitive salary package.
• Even-time 7/7 roster, working 12-hour day and night shifts.
• Permanent full-time opportunities.
• Bus transport from Mackay or Moranbah, with fully equipped camp facilities at Civeo Coppabella.
• Flexible arrangements available, including Live Local and DIDO options.
• Ongoing training & development opportunities, including exposure to a modern autonomous mining operation.
• 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.

This role is an opportunity to take the next step in your career. With our culture of recognition, development, and a stimulating and satisfying work environment, there is no better time to join Thiess.

Thiess follows a Pre-Employment Process for all successful applicants, which includes two employment references, a National Police Check, and a medical assessment. These checks are essential to your application, and your recruiter will support you through the process.