Heavy Diesel Fitter - Workshop

Work Initiatives; Maitland; On-site; AUD 62,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

5 weeks annual leave

Overtime paid at enhanced rates

Long service leave (Black Coal)

Training & development

Novated leasing

Corporate discounts (health insurance)

Job summary

Thiess is seeking Heavy Diesel Fitters for our off-site rebuild facility in Mt Thorley. This role is dayshift, Monday to Friday, with a pathway into site-based roles. You will work in a workshop environment, maintain and overhaul heavy earthmoving equipment, and ensure MDG15 compliance.

All experience levels are welcome; preferred experience with Caterpillar trucks and related equipment. A Class C licence and post-trade mining experience are advantageous.

Qualifications

• Trade certificate in Diesel Fitter or similar
• Class C Drivers Licence (or equivalent)
• Post-trade experience in mining/heavy earth moving industry
• Experience with maintenance, diagnosis, component changeouts and servicing of heavy earth moving equipment
• Self-motivation and strong work ethic

Responsibilities

• Assist with machine overhauls and component change outs
• Carry out general repairs and servicing
• Ensure equipment is mine-site compliant (MDG15)

Skills

Class C Licence

Caterpillar equipment knowledge

Self-motivation

Education

Trade Certificate - Diesel Fitter

Trade Certificate - Heavy Vehicle Mechanic

Trade Certificate - Mobile Plant Mechanic

Job description

Everyday, all around the world, Thiess supports and celebrates our people. We recognise talent and reward hard work.

Join us. Hone your skills and develop new ones. Take on big challenges and grow, through mentorship, collaboration and empowerment.

Thiess is the place to make things happen.

About the role

Get paid Mine site rates whilst working in our off-site rebuild facility!

Thiess is looking for Heavy Diesel Fitters to fill positions at our off-site rebuild facility at Mt Thorley.

This role will suit someone looking for a role that is predominately a dayshift Monday to Friday position where they will not be required to travel to or work on a mine site.

Roster: 5/2 - 4/3 (4 week DS/ 2 week NS)

Alternatively, it will also suit someone looking to get a start as a Heavy Vehicle Mechanic in the mining industry as Thiess can provide a pathway into a site-based role for candidates looking to upskill.

In this role, you will:

• Assist with machine overhauls and component change out
• Carry out general repairs and servicing
• Carry out the necessary work to ensure equipment is mine-site and MDG15 compliant

About You

All experience levels are encouraged to apply, however, this position will ideally suit someone who has experience maintaining the following machinery:

• Caterpillar off-highway trucks
• Caterpillar tracked and ancillary equipment

You will have:

• Relevant Trade Certificate - Diesel Fitter, Heavy Vehicle Mechanic, Mobile Plant Mechanic or similar
• Class 'C' Drivers licence
• Post-trade experience working in the mining and heavy earth moving industry
• Experience in general maintenance, diagnosis, component changed outs and servicing of heavy earth moving equipment
• Self motivation and a strong work ethic

What Thiess Can Do For You

• Permanent full-time positions - workshop based
• Competitive rates
• Overtime available with overtime rates paid
• 5 weeks annual leave
• Participation in the Black Coal Long Service Leave Scheme
• Thiess’ commitment to training & development
• Salary sacrifice options - novated leasing
• Range of corporate discounts including health insurance (Medibank), travel & retail products.

About Us

At Thiess, we partner with our clients to deliver excellence in open cut and underground mining in Australia, Asia and the Americas. For more than 85 years, we have operated in diverse commodities, geologies, environments and cultures. Our team uses global insight to optimise solutions and create value for each project, positioning them for optimal efficiency, productivity and cost performance, backed by how we meet our commitments. Thiess is committed to being at the forefront of sustainable mining, leveraging the power of our people and technology to support clients in their journey to more sustainable enterprises.

We recognise the value of an inclusive and diverse workplace through our vision of everyone matters always. We’re focused on creating an inclusive environment to allow our people to bring their best self to work because they feel safe, included and empowered.