Heavy Diesel Fitter – Mobile Maintenance (7/7 FIFO)

Bhp; Rockhampton Regional; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Permanent employment with benefits

Annual performance bonus

BHP share match scheme

Training and career development

Parental leave benefits

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Funded FIFO flights from major hubs

Job summary

BHP is seeking a Trade Qualified Heavy Diesel Fitter to join our Mobile Maintenance team at Peak Downs mine site. You will work on CAT haul trucks and water carts on a 7/7 day-night rotating roster, within a tight-knit team that prioritises safety and quality.

In this role, you will diagnose faults, perform repairs, and support other trades in both workshop and pit environments, while contributing to continuous improvement and strong team culture.

Qualifications

• Trade Qualified Heavy Diesel Fitting or equivalent.
• Prior mining experience with CAT equipment.
• Drivers licence (essential), Forklift and HR licence (favourable).
• CAT ET & CAT SIS experience (essential).
• CAT schematic knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Breakdown and scheduled maintenance on CAT 797F, 793F, 793C haul trucks and water carts.
• Diagnosing faults and repairs of diesel engines and components.
• Supporting fitters and other trades across workshop and pit breakdowns.
• Maintaining clean, safe and organised work areas.
• Contributing to team culture, pre-starts and continuous improvement.

Skills

Heavy Diesel Fitting

Mining Experience

CAT equipment

Driver's licence

Forklift licence

HR licence

CAT ET & CAT SIS

CAT schematic knowledge

Autonomous

Team player

Tools

CAT ET

CAT SIS

Job description

BHP is seeking a Trade Qualified Heavy Diesel Fitter to join our Mobile Maintenance team at Peak Downs mine site. You will work on CAT haul trucks and water carts on a 7/7 day-night rotating roster, within a tight-knit team that prioritises safety and quality.

In this role, you will diagnose faults, perform repairs, and support other trades in both workshop and pit environments, while contributing to continuous improvement and strong team culture.