Fitter

Komatsu; Gladstone Regional; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Family leave policy

Income protection insurance

Novated leasing options

Health discount and wellbeing program

Travel discounts with partners

Job summary

Komatsu Australia is seeking an experienced Heavy Diesel Fitter to join our Queensland mining operations. You will work across heavy mobile mining equipment, ensuring safety, quality workmanship and continuous learning within a supportive team.

The role involves diagnosing faults, performing maintenance and repairs, and keeping detailed service records. A trade qualification in heavy diesel/mobile plant and strong fault-finding skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience maintaining and repairing heavy mobile mining equipment.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings, service manuals and OEM specs.
• Strong fault-finding and diagnostic skills.
• Proactive safety mindset and ability to work in a team.

Responsibilities

• Carrying out maintenance, inspections, diagnostics and repairs on Komatsu mining equipment.
• Identifying and troubleshooting mechanical faults and equipment issues.
• Supporting planned maintenance and reliability activities to minimise downtime.
• Maintaining accurate service records and diagnostic results.

Skills

Heavy diesel fitter

Troubleshooting

Diagnostics

Safety focus

Teamwork

Education

Trade qualification (heavy diesel/mobile plant)

Job description

At Komatsu Australia you’ll be part of an inclusive culture where all our people thrive, reflected in our purpose: creating value together. We encourage people with diverse backgrounds to apply for this role.

The Opportunity

Are you an experienced Heavy Diesel Fitter who enjoys solving complex mechanical problems and working on some of the biggest equipment in mining?

Komatsu Australia is looking for a skilled and motivated Heavy Diesel Fitter to join our Queensland mining operations team.

This is an opportunity to put your technical skills to work across heavy mobile mining equipment, while being part of a supportive team that values safety, quality workmanship and continuous learning.

What you'll be doing

• Carrying out maintenance, inspections, diagnostics and repairs on Komatsu mining equipment.
• Identifying and troubleshooting mechanical and equipment-related faults.
• Supporting planned maintenance and equipment reliability activities.
• Using technical manuals, schematics and OEM specifications to complete work to a high standard.
• Maintaining accurate service records, diagnostic results and maintenance documentation.
• Working closely with technicians and operational teams to minimise downtime.
• Identifying opportunities to improve equipment performance, reliability and safety.

Role Located: Blackwater Region, QLD

Roster: 7:7 day/night, 12.5 hour shifts.

What we are looking for

• Relevant heavy diesel or mobile plant mechanical trade qualifications.
• Experience maintaining and repairing heavy mobile mining equipment.
• Strong mechanical fault-finding and diagnostic skills.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings, service manuals and equipment specifications.
• A proactive approach to safety, teamwork and problem-solving.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work independently.

Highly regarded:

• Experience with Komatsu 930E haul trucks, WA1200 loaders or large excavators.
• Previous OEM training or experience.
• Queensland coal mining qualifications, including Standard 11.

Candidates must be able to meet applicable Queensland coal mining medical and induction requirements.

Why work for us!

• Families Policy: 16 weeks of paid primary carer parental leave, 4 weeks of secondary carer leave, plus many more family friendly benefits.
• Financial: Income Protection Insurance and Death & Diability Insurance provided through our company superannuation fund ; Novated Leasing options available.
• Career:Recognition, awards, flexibility, further education studies and internal career development.
• Health: Corporate discount with Bupa, Total Wellbeing Solution with CU Health
• Travel:Discounts with Avis, Qantas, Crown, IHG and travel agents.
• Yearly Bonus: Potential to receive a yearly bonus.
• Referral Program: $3000 referral payment for referring a successful new employee to Komatsu.

Komatsu offers a zero-harm culture in the workplace and competitive remuneration package. We employ people with different skills, abilities, cultural backgrounds, experiences, preferences, ethnicities and from different generations. Komatsu is committed to a workplace where women can thrive.