Drill Fitter: Field Tech for Asset Reliability

Epiroc; Ball Bay; On-site; AUD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Superannuation

Income protection

Parental leave

Long service leave

Career development

Job summary

Epiroc is seeking an experienced Drill Fitter to join the Mackay team in Queensland, Australia. This role focuses on delivering high-level technical support and ensuring optimal fleet performance across customer operations.

Key responsibilities include diagnosing and servicing drill equipment on-site, providing advanced technical support, and developing maintenance plans. Experience with Atlas Copco/Epiroc drills is preferred, with a trade qualification and strong problem-solving skills.

Qualifications

• Trade qualification in heavy mobile equipment or equivalent.
• Strong diagnostic and troubleshooting ability.
• Proven customer service mindset and on-site problem solving.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, fault-find, repair and service drill equipment across customer sites.
• Provide advanced technical support and on-site training to customers.
• Conduct root cause analysis and develop defect elimination programs.
• Collaborate with customer maintenance planning teams to develop forecasts, task lists and maintenance instructions.
• Facilitate and complete product upgrades as required.
• Develop, implement and update Preventative Maintenance Plans.
• Implement component life extension strategies.
• Partner with Engineering and customer teams to improve equipment availability and reliability.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to reduce operating costs.
• Ensure compliance with SHEQ requirements and build strong customer relationships.

Skills

Heavy mobile equipment

Diagnostic skills

Customer service mindset

On-site maintenance

Education

Heavy Vehicle/Mobile Equipment trade qualification

Tools

Diagnostic tools

Job description

Epiroc is seeking an experienced Drill Fitter to join the Mackay team in Queensland, Australia. This role focuses on delivering high-level technical support and ensuring optimal fleet performance across customer operations.

Key responsibilities include diagnosing and servicing drill equipment on-site, providing advanced technical support, and developing maintenance plans. Experience with Atlas Copco/Epiroc drills is preferred, with a trade qualification and strong problem-solving skills.