Fitter

Ventia; Westbrook; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

2:2 roster

Permanent role

FIFO flights provided

Site accommodation provided

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Ventia in Queensland is seeking a Drill Rig Fitter / Heavy Diesel Mechanic to maintain and repair a diverse fleet of drilling and support equipment on a 2:2 FIFO roster.

You will complete planned maintenance, fault finding and breakdown support to keep operations safe and productive. Candidates must be trade-qualified with minimum 3 years post-trade experience, HR licence and First Aid.

Join a supportive Rigs & Wells team and develop your skills on modern gear.

Qualifications

• Trade-qualified Heavy Diesel Mechanic or Diesel Fitter.
• Minimum 3 years post-trade experience.
• Strong troubleshooting and diagnostic skills across heavy mobile plant and drilling equipment.
• Ability to work independently in a remote environment.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair a diverse fleet of drilling and support equipment.
• Perform planned maintenance, fault finding and breakdown support.
• Ensure safe and efficient drilling operations.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Diagnostics

Independent work

Remote site work

Education

Certificate III in HCV Mechanical Tech

Job description

The Role

Looking for the perfect FIFO roster? As a Drill Rig Fitter / Heavy Diesel Mechanic, you'll maintain and repair a diverse fleet of drilling and support equipment including Multi-Purpose Rigs, Schramm 685s, the latest Fury 130 remote-operated rig, Foremost Dual Rotary, RC and conventional drilling rigs, CAT engines, Sullair and atlas compressors, Hurricane boosters, pumps, trucks and light vehicles. You'll complete planned maintenance, fault finding and breakdown support to keep drilling operations running safely and efficiently.

What's on offer?

• 2:2 roster with excellent work-life balance
• Permanent position with long-term project stability
• FIFO flights and site accommodation provided
• Work on specialised drilling equipment and develop your technical skills
• Supportive and experienced Rigs & Wells team
• Strong safety culture and career development opportunities

About You

You're a trade-qualified Heavy Diesel Mechanic or Diesel Fitter who enjoys hands-on work, solving problems in the field, and taking pride in maintaining equipment to the highest standard.

You'll Bring

• Certificate III in Heavy Commercial Vehicle Mechanical Technology, Diesel Fitting or equivalent
• Minimum 3 years post-trade experience
• Strong troubleshooting and diagnostic skills across heavy mobile plant and drilling equipment
• Ability to work independently and manage competing priorities in a remote operational environment
• Current HR Driver's Licence and First Aid Certificate
• Ability to pass an in-clinic medical (including drug/alcohol testing) and a Police Check

Highly Regarded

• Experience working on exploration, mining or water well drilling rigs
• Exposure to Multi-Purpose, Schramm, Fury, Dual Rotary, RC, Air Core or conventional drilling equipment
• Experience with CAT engines, Sullair compressors, boosters and hydraulic systems
• Previous experience supporting remote drilling or rig operations
• PLC and can bus fault finding, diagnostics and maintenance experience

About Ventia

As a leading services provider, we maintain, operate, and manage the essential infrastructure that makes modern life possible across Australia and New Zealand. With more than 35,000 employees and subcontractors across 400 sites, joining Ventia means becoming part of a team that values its people, supports career growth, and helps everyone go further towards their full potential.

Our commitment to Fairness, Inclusion and Respect shapes how we lead, collaborate, hire and support one another. We welcome applications from people of all ages, abilities and backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and people of all genders, identities, sexual orientations, beliefs and caring responsibilities. We are dedicated to providing an accessible recruitment process and encourage you to request adjustments at any stage.

Position Reference Number: 168729