Drill Fitters - Png

Epiroc; Mackay Regional; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Epiroc Australia is seeking experienced Senior Drill Fitters for FIFO rotations from Cairns to Papua New Guinea. You will support both field and workshop-based maintenance on underground and surface mining equipment, building strong customer relationships and delivering high-level technical service.

Ideal candidates hold mechanical, heavy diesel, electrical or hydraulic trade qualifications, with a track record in heavy mobile plant, rebuilds or field service.

Qualifications

• Trade qualification – Mechanical, Heavy Diesel, Electrical or Hydraulic
• Strong commitment to safety and teamwork
• Experience with heavy mobile plant, rebuilds or field service work
• Epiroc product or rotary blast hole drill experience highly regarded
• Great problem-solving and communication skills

Responsibilities

• Build strong relationships with customers and teammates
• Carry out repairs, rebuilds and maintenance on Epiroc’s underground and surface mining equipment
• Diagnose and resolve mechanical, electrical, hydraulic and RCS faults
• Conduct both field and workshop-based repairs
• Provide high-level technical support to customers in the region
• Maintain strict safety and compliance standards

Skills

Drill fitter

Heavy diesel

Electrical

Hydraulic

Safety

Communication

Tools

Rotary blast hole drill

Epiroc equipment familiarity

Job description

Senior Fitters – FIFO from Cairns to PNG

Great Roster | World-class equipment | Global mining leader

Ready to take your skills overseas? Join Epiroc Australia, a global leader in mining and construction equipment, and be part of something big. We’re expanding and looking for experienced Senior Drill Fitters to FIFO from Cairns to Papua New Guinea!

What’s in it for you

• Great roster!
• Work with premium Epiroc equipment and technology
• Ongoing training and career development
• Supportive team culture and global career pathways
• Be part of a company that truly values safety, quality and people

About the role

As a Product Support Technician, you’ll play a key role in supporting our customers and keeping Epiroc’s equipment performing at its best.

You’ll:

• Build strong relationships with customers and teammates
• Carry out repairs, rebuilds and maintenance on Epiroc’s underground and surface mining equipment
• Diagnose and resolve mechanical, electrical, hydraulic and RCS faults
• Conduct both field and workshop-based repairs
• Provide high-level technical support to customers in the region
• Maintain strict safety and compliance standards

What we’re looking for

• Trade qualification – Mechanical, Heavy Diesel, Electrical or Hydraulic
• Strong commitment to safety and teamwork
• Experience with heavy mobile plant, rebuilds or field service work
• Epiroc product or rotary blast hole drill experience highly regarded
• Great problem-solving and communication skills

Who we are

Epiroc is a leading global productivity partner for the mining and infrastructure industries. Operating in + countries with over , employees, we design and support world-renowned equipment like SmartROC, Simba, Boomer, Diamec, Pit Viper, MT and ST. In Australia, we have branches and a strong reputation for innovation, safety and quality service.

Pre-employment medical, drug and alcohol screening, and relevant background checks will be required.

Be part of something bigger. Join Epiroc and help shape the future of mining.

It all starts with people. The world needs metals and minerals for the energy transition and our cities and infrastructure must be developed to serve a growing population. To succeed, we need to speed up the shift towards more sustainable mining and construction industries. We at Epiroc accelerate this transformation, together with customers and business partners in more than countries, by developing and providing innovative and safe equipment, digital solutions, and aftermarket support.

All new thinkers are welcome. We are looking for those who want to develop, grow, and dare to think new. In Epiroc we attract, develop, and retain diverse talent valuing authenticity and unique perspectives, driving our spirit of innovation. We foster an inclusive culture where diversity isn't just a goal but a part of our values and way of working. This is how we do business for a sustainable future.