HD Fitter

Gold Road Resources Limited; Kambalda East; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Site allowance

Private health insurance

Quarterly bonus (up to 10%)

Modern camp and facilities

Relocation assistance

FIFO from Perth

Employee referral program

Job summary

Gold Fields Group Services (Pty) Ltd in Western Australia is seeking an experienced Heavy Diesel Mechanic to join our maintenance team. You will service and repair a modern fleet of heavy mobile mining equipment on an 8/6 roster, with residential or FIFO from Perth.

The role offers site allowance, private health insurance allowance, and a quarterly bonus, with opportunities to mentor apprentices and contribute to a safe, productive site culture.

Qualifications

• Current C Class Driver's Licence.
• Certificate III in Mobile Plant Technology or equivalent Heavy Diesel trade qualification.
• Demonstrated experience maintaining Caterpillar, Komatsu and Liebherr heavy mobile mining equipment.
• Strong fault-finding and diagnostic skills across mechanical, hydraulic and electrical systems.
• A strong commitment to safety, teamwork and continuous improvement.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively within a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Carry out preventative and planned maintenance, inspections, servicing, fault diagnosis and repairs on Caterpillar, Komatsu and Liebherr heavy mobile equipment.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, hydraulic and electrical faults to minimise downtime and support production targets.
• Perform maintenance activities in accordance with OEM specifications and site procedures.
• Complete maintenance documentation including work orders and labour recording in SAP and other systems.
• Order parts and materials required to complete maintenance activities.
• Respond to equipment breakdowns and assist with major component replacements.
• Maintain housekeeping and contribute to a positive safety culture.
• Assist with training, mentoring and development of apprentices.

Skills

C Class Licence

Heavy Diesel trade cert

CAT/Komatsu/Liebherr experience

Diagnostics skills

Safety focus

Team communication

Education

Certificate III Mobile Plant Technology

High Risk Work Licences

Tools

SAP CMMS

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Company: Gold Fields Group Services (Pty) Ltd

• St Ives Gold Mine, 20km southeast of Kambalda
• Residential or FIFO
• Attractive Salary Package on offer

The Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced Heavy Diesel Mechanic to join our maintenance team. In this role, you will be responsible for the inspection, servicing, maintenance, diagnosis and repair of a modern fleet of heavy mobile mining equipment.

This role is offered on an 8/6 7/7 days and nights roster, either residential or FIFO from Perth. For residential employees, daily bus transport to and from site is provided, along with relocation assistance if required.

Why Join Gold Fields?

• Permanent role with a leading gold producer and long life assets
• Competitive salary with site allowance and private health insurance allowance
• Quarterly operations bonus, up to 10% annually
• Modern camp with a wide range of amenities to support your wellbeing
• Attractive annual leave entitlements, pro rata long service leave after 5 years, parental leave and more
• Cultural leave equivalent to one weeks paid leave (aligned to rostered hours)
• Perth Airport parking card and discounted parking for FIFO employees
• Employee Referral Program – $10,000 per successful referral

About the Role

• Carry out preventative and planned maintenance, inspections, servicing, fault diagnosis and repairs on Caterpillar, Komatsu and Liebherrheavy mobile equipment.
• Apply sound technical knowledge to troubleshoot mechanical, hydraulic and electrical faults, minimising equipment downtime and supporting production targets.
• Perform maintenance activities in accordance with OEM specifications, site procedures and statutory requirements.
• Complete all maintenance documentation accurately, including work orders, parts requisitions and labour recording using SAPand other maintenance management systems.
• Order parts and materials required to complete maintenance activities.
• Respond to equipment breakdowns and assist with major component replacements and scheduled shutdown work.
• Maintain a high standard of housekeeping and actively contribute to a positive safety culture.
• Assist with the training, mentoring and development of apprentices and trainees.

Skills & Qualifications

• A current C Class Driver's Licence.
• A Certificate III in Mobile Plant Technology, or equivalent Heavy Diesel trade qualification.
• Demonstrated experience maintaining Caterpillar, Komatsu and Liebherrheavy mobile mining equipment.
• Strong fault-finding and diagnostic skills across mechanical, hydraulic and electrical systems.
• A strong commitment to safety, teamwork and continuous improvement.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively within a team environment.

The following will be highly regarded:

• Experience using SAPor a similar Computerised Maintenance Management System (CMMS).
• Section 26 (S26) Statutory Supervisor Certificate, or a willingness to obtain.
• Experience across a diverse fleet of mining equipment.
• Current High Risk Work Licences and tickets including Forklift, Dogging, EWP, Crane, and Apply First Aid.

About Gold Fields

At Gold Fields, we’re proud to be one of the world’s leading gold producers and more importantly, we’re a team united by a commitment to safety, respect, and creating lasting value for our people and communities.

We’re building an inclusive workforce where diverse perspectives drive success. We welcome applications from women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and candidates from culturally diverse backgrounds.