Field Service Fitter (NSW)

Cougar Group; Newcastle-Maitland; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fitness passport

EAP and Check in support

Competitive remuneration for field and

workshop rates

Job summary

Cougar Group is seeking a Field Service Fitter to maintain, repair and service Cougar products directly on mine sites across NSW and QLD. The role requires autonomous field work, prompt breakdown responses and adherence to safety and operational standards.

Key tasks include on-site fault diagnosis, hydraulic/pneumatic/electrical troubleshooting, scheduled maintenance, and documentation. Applicants should have mining equipment field service experience and relevant trade qualifications, plus

Qualifications

• Trade qualification in mechanical, electrical or diesel fitting (Certificate III or higher).
• Minimum 2+ years' experience in mining equipment maintenance, with field service experience.
• Knowledge of fluid power principles and calculations with the ability to interpret hydraulic/pneumatic schematics.
• Experience with troubleshooting hydraulic/pneumatic/electrical and mechanical breakdowns.
• Generic Underground Induction (CABA) and mine site inductions.
• High-risk work licenses.

Responsibilities

• Technical assistance on Hire Fleet machinery on site and responding promptly to breakdowns
• Conduct fault diagnosis and carry out effective repairs to minimise downtime
• Technical assistance on machinery in the Tomago workshop
• Perform scheduled maintenance, inspections and servicing of equipment in line with operational requirements
• Advanced technical troubleshooting and diagnostics of all Hire Fleet products
• Be available for quick deployment to various sites for breakdown support, should the need arise
• Assist in new build and repairs/overhaul workshop
• Prepare documentation including shift reports, safety tools and statutory documentation, and failure analysis and non-conformance reports

Job description

Cougar Group is a market-leading OEM manufacturer, hire fleet specialist and aftermarket service provider for the underground coal mining industry in NSW and QLD. We design, engineer, manufacture, and assemble a diverse range of underground coal diesel equipment, including Personnel Transporters, Graders, Underground Dozers and Longwall Chock Carriers.

About the Role

The Field Service Fitter is responsible for the maintenance, repair and servicing of Cougar products and equipment directly on mine sites. The position requires working autonomously in the field, responding promptly to breakdowns, and undertaking scheduled service and maintenance tasks in accordance with safety and operational standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Technical assistance on Hire Fleet machinery on site and responding promptly to breakdowns
• Conduct fault diagnosis and carry out effective repairs to minimise downtime
• Technical assistance on machinery in the Tomago workshop
• Perform scheduled maintenance, inspections and servicing of equipment in line with operational requirements
• Advanced technical troubleshooting and diagnostics of all Hire Fleet products
• Be available for quick deployment to various sites for breakdown support, should the need arise
• Assist in new build and repairs/overhaul workshop
• Prepare documentation including shift reports, safety tools and statutory documentation, and failure analysis and non-conformance reports

What We're Looking For

• Trade qualification in mechanical, electrical or diesel fitting (Certificate III or higher)
• Minimum 2+ years' experience in mining equipment maintenance, with field service experience
• Knowledge of fluid power principles and calculations with the ability to interpret hydraulic/pneumatic schematics
• Experience with troubleshooting hydraulic/pneumatic/electrical and mechanical breakdowns
• Generic Underground Induction (CABA) and mine site inductions
• High-risk work licenses

Why Work with Cougar

Cougar has the tenacity and determination to be the best; it's in our DNA. More than just a job, we live it. Every day is a journey of strength and passion. The role will offer:

• Fitness passport
• EAP and Check in support
• Competitive remuneration for field service and workshop rates
• Supportive culture focused on innovation