Fitter - SMAD

REDPATH MINING; South Australia; On-site; AUD 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Job security you can count on

Financial incentives for residential personnel

Career progression through internal promotions

Competitive hourly rates + leave entitlements

Top-tier camp facilities

Salary Sacrifice for Superannuation

Discounted health insurance with BUPA

Employee Assistance free for family

Job summary

A leading mining services company in South Australia is seeking an experienced Fitter to join their underground maintenance team. This role offers a 14/14 rotating roster with competitive hourly rates, job security, and career progression opportunities. The ideal candidate should have proven experience with underground mobile plant equipment and relevant trade qualifications. Additional benefits include top-tier camp facilities and financial incentives for personnel.

Qualifications

• Proven experience with underground hard rock mobile plant equipment.
• Strong fault finding & diagnostic skills required.
• Mechanical and auto electrical knowledge essential.

Responsibilities

• Service and repair mobile and fixed plant equipment.
• Ensure all work meets safety and quality standards.
• Diagnose faults and replace components.
• Identify and manage risks proactively.

Skills

Underground hard rock mobile plant equipment

Fault finding & diagnostic skills

Mechanical knowledge

Auto electrical knowledge

Valid manual drivers licence

Education

Relevant trade qualifications

Job description

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Job Description

Redpath is powering up at Olympic Dam, and we're on the hunt for experienced HD Fitters to join our underground maintenance team.

What You'll Be Working On

14/14 rotating roster / 12‑hour shifts

Maintain a Brand New Fleet Including

• Agi trucks
• Cablebolters
• Normet Shotcrete rigs
• Jumbo's
• Loaders
• Toyota Landcruiser’s
• IT Carrier’s

Responsibilities

• Service and repair mobile and fixed plant equipment
• Ensure all work meets safety and quality standards
• Diagnose faults and replace components
• Identify and manage risks proactively

Qualifications

• Proven experience with underground hard rock mobile plant equipment
• Relevant trade qualifications
• Strong fault finding & diagnostic skills
• Mechanical and auto electrical knowledge
• Valid manual drivers licence
• Able to pass a National Police Check and Pre Employment Medical
• A positive work ethic and attitude in keeping with Redpath's motto, Consider it done — safely

Benefits

• Job security you can count on
• Financial incentives for residential personnel
• Career progression through internal promotions
• Competitive hourly rates + leave entitlements
• Top‑tier camp facilities – Ensuite rooms, Gym, Pool, Wet Mess, Telstra and Optus coverage
• Salary Sacrifice for Superannuation and Novated car leasing
• Discounted health insurance with BUPA
• Retail discounts across major brands
• Employee Assistance (4 sessions per annum), well‑being assistance that’s free for all the family
• OEM Accredited Trade Training - invest in your future

About Us

In 1962, Jim Redpath’s vision for the company was much the same as it is today; offering a high level of service to the mining industry, which exceeds current standards and provides challenge for its employees. With a foundation built on global experience, adaptability and exceptional workmanship, Redpath leads the industry with cutting edge innovations in safety and mining practices.

Services including underground construction, shaft sinking, raiseboring, mine contracting, raise mining, mine development, engineering and technical services and a variety of specialty services are offered around the world, with the expertise and qualifications in place to support any scope of work. Global experience has given Redpath expansive regulatory knowledge, regional expertise, and cultural sensitivity. Redpath has built a solid reputation for conquering tough challenges and adapting to a variety of environments. Redpath’s employees are the heart of the company’s success, and it remains through them that the company will continue to expand and flourish.

Redpath is committed to an environment that is barrier‑free. If you require accommodation during the hiring process, please inform us in advance so that we can arrange reasonable and appropriate accommodation.

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Redpath is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and an inclusive workplace. We encourage applications from suitably qualified candidates wanting to join a friendly, collaborative team in a fast paced business environment.

We will be shortlisting for this position immediately, so please submit your application by clicking on the 'apply' button below, or visit our website at Careers | Redpath Mining Contractors and Engineers