Heavy Diesel Fitter

Buma Australia; Blackwater; On-site; AUD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

7/7 roster

Camp accommodation

LAFHA

Bus transport

Employee benefits (BUMA LAB)

Job summary

BUMA Australia is seeking experienced Heavy Diesel Fitters to join the team at Blackwater Mine. Reporting to the Maintenance Supervisor, you’ll maintain and repair a large production fleet including 930E haul trucks, EX8000 excavators and CAT dozers to keep operations safe and productive.

We offer a 7/7 roster of 12.5-hour shifts, permanent full‑time role with long‑term job security, camp accommodation or LAFHA, company bus transport from Rockhampton, Yeppoon and Emerald, and access to

Qualifications

• Diesel Fitter/Heavy Vehicle trade qualifications required.
• Experience in a mining maintenance role.
• Exposure to 789 and 930E trucks and large excavators.
• High initiative with ability to work under pressure.
• Strong commitment to safety and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair a large production fleet.
• Work across a range of heavy equipment listed.
• Ensure safe, reliable and high‑performance operations.
• Report to Maintenance Supervisor.

Skills

Diesel Fitter

Mining maintenance

Diagnostics

Problem solving

Safety awareness

Education

Heavy Vehicle trade qualifications

Tools

CAT 16M/18M

EX8000/EX3600 excavators

Job description

Job description

Work on a large, modern fleet including 930Es, 789Cs & EX8000s

About Us

BUMA's vision is to build a modern mining and rehabilitation company that drives growth. BUMA Australia adopts a relationship-focused, long-term strategy for project success. We consistently deliver value to clients throughout all mining stages, leveraging expertise and equipment for comprehensive surface operation services.

About the Role

We are seeking experienced Heavy Diesel Fitters to join our team at Blackwater Mine. Reporting to the Maintenance Supervisor, you’ll play a key role in maintaining and repairing our large production fleet to ensure safe, reliable and high-performance operations. You will work across a diverse range of equipment, including:

• Hitachi EX8000, CAT 6060 & Hitachi EX3600 excavators
• Komatsu 930E & CAT 789C haul trucks
• CAT 16M & 18M graders
• CAT D10 & D11 dozers
• CAT 785 water trucks

This is a great opportunity for fitters who enjoy working with big gear, strong team culture, and a stable long-term contract.

About You

You’ll bring the technical expertise and proactive mindset needed to keep a busy fleet running safely and efficiently, including:

• Relevant Diesel Fitter / Heavy Vehicle trade qualifications
• Demonstrated experience in a similar mining maintenance role
• Proven exposure to 789 and 930E trucks, and 600T & 800T Caterpillar, Hitachi & O&K excavators
• High level of initiative with the ability to work effectively under pressure
• Strong commitment to safety and attention to detail
• Good planning, diagnostic and problem-solving skills
• Coal Board Medical (desired, not essential)
• Standard 11 (desired, not essential)

If you’re looking for a stable role with a supportive maintenance team, this is an excellent opportunity.

Working at BUMA

At BUMA Australia, people are our priority. You’ll join a team that values safety, respect, training and continuous improvement. As a BUMA employee at Blackwater, you will benefit from:

• 7/7 roster – 12.5-hour shifts
• Annualised weekly pay + Super
• Permanent full‑time role with long-term job security
• Camp accommodation or Living Away From Home Allowance (LAFHA)
• Company‑provided bus transport from Rockhampton, Yeppoon and Emerald
• Access to discounted employee benefits across health insurance, groceries, fuel and participating retailers through BUMA LAB

Blackwater Mine

Located in Central Queensland, Blackwater Mine is one of the region’s largest and longest‑operating coal mines, situated just 21km from the township of Blackwater.
BUMA Australia has proudly delivered truck and excavator pre‑strip operations at this site since 2012, moving more than 35 million BCM of material every year.
Our high‑performance fleet includes Komatsu 930E and Caterpillar 789C haul trucks supported by Hitachi EX8000, Caterpillar 6060 and Hitachi EX3600 excavators.

All final applicants will be asked to consent to a police check. A criminal record does not automatically disqualify you, and each application is considered on its merits. Email applications and agencies are not accepted.

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