Heavy Diesel Mechanic – Fifo Mining Equipment Upkeep

Pls; Western Australia; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Quarterly incentive bonus

Employee share scheme

Gym & facilities access

Parental leave (18 weeks)

Health & wellbeing allowance

Novated leasing

Paid community leave

Monthly recognition awards

KidsCo School Holiday Program

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

PLS is seeking a Heavy Diesel Mechanic to maintain our fleet of mobile equipment in a safe, reliable condition. The role operates on an 8/6 7/7 FIFO roster from Perth or DIDO in the Pilbara region.

You will service and repair CAT/Epiroc MEM equipment, ensuring compliance with site procedures and OH&S standards while supporting uptime and safety across the mining group.

Qualifications

• Education: Relevant nationally recognised trade qualification.
• Certificates: High Risk Work Licences (desirable).
• Licences: Current and Valid Driver’s Licence.
• Minimum 2 years post-trade mine site exposure and experience in completing maintenance across MEM equipment (CAT, Epiroc).

Responsibilities

• Ensure work is performed safely per OH&S standards.
• Inspect, service, maintain and repair mobile plant per specs and site procedures.
• Work with HME team to meet targets and follow schedules.
• Attend rostered shifts; comply with Fitness for Work policies.
• Communicate with Workshop Supervisor on day-to-day activities.

Skills

Safety culture

Teamwork

Collaboration & liaison

Workshop standards & processes

Education

Trade qualification

Tools

CAT equipment experience

Epiroc equipment experience

Job description

About Us

The world is going electric, and PLS is at the forefront of the charge.

About Us

The world is going electric, and PLS is at the forefront of the charge.

Our collaborative, inclusive culture is a cornerstone of PLS. Humble, down-to-earth and genuinely invested in each other, we are one team united by a common purpose and driven to do great work together.

Being such a fast-moving company in clean energy transition means there is no shortage of challenge or opportunity. Whether it is taking on new projects, developing new skills or stepping into bigger roles, PLS is a place where careers move and where your potential has room to grow.

We're not a big corporate, and we don't want to be. At PLS you own your work, you're backed by people who care about doing a good job, and there's room to innovate and make things happen.

Positioned to be a major force for change, this is a great time to join us as we play a critical role in addressing the global energy crisis. If you want to be part of an organization that is all about great people shaping the next era of battery minerals,

The future is lithium, make it yours.

What PLS Offers

• $10K sign-on payment ($5K payable upon 6-month successful probation & $5K payable after 12 months of service). Payment is inclusive of superannuation and subject to PAYG
• Quarterly short-term incentive bonus recognising individual and business performance
• PLS employee share scheme
• Access to newly refurbished facilities at Pilgangoora, including gym, tennis, pickleball and volleyball courts, sports oval and scenic walking tracks
• 18 weeks parental leave for primary carers and 4 weeks for secondary carers
• Health and wellbeing allowance
• Novated leasing through salary sacrifice
• Paid community leave
• Monthly employee recognition awards
• Access to PLS’ KidsCo School Holiday Program
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program and Company Chaplains

The opportunity

Reporting to the Mobile Maintenance Supervisor, the Heavy Diesel Mechanic role ensures the PLS fleet of mobile equipment is maintained in a safe and mechanically sound condition to deliver maximum uptime for the Mining Group and to ensure that PLS interests are always protected.

This is a permanent full-time role which operates on an 8/6 7/7 (days & nights) FIFO roster from Perth or DIDO in the Pilbara region.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure that works being performed is done in a safe manner, and in line with company OH&S standards.
• Inspect, service, maintain and repair mobile plant for which you are trained and authorised for, within manufacturer’s specifications, limitations and in accordance with site procedures and instructions.
• Work collectively as part of the HME team to ensure safe, efficient and prompt inspections, servicing, maintenance and repair of equipment, adhere to schedules and plans, and actively participate in achievement of targets.
• Attend work during rostered periods and comply with PLS Fitness for Work policies.
• Communicate with the Mobile Maintenance Workshop Supervisor on day-to-day activities.

About you

• Education: Relevant nationally recognised trade qualification.
• Certificates: High Risk Work Licences (desirable).
• Licences: Current and Valid Driver’s Licence.
• Minimum 2 years post trade mine site exposure and experience in completing maintenance across a variety of MEM equipment (CAT, Epiroc).
• Strong commitment to Safety Culture.
• Ability to work as a part of a team.
• Strong knowledge and experience of Workshop standards, processes and techniques.
• Proven strong collaborative and liaison skills, with a good understanding of operations and equipment usage.

Supporting an inclusive and diverse workforce

PLS is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating a workplace that values, respects and supports diversity and inclusion. We believe diverse perspectives strengthen our business and help us deliver better outcomes for our people, our communities and the future we’re building.

We foster an environment where everyone feels safe, included and able to contribute their best. Our recruitment processes are designed to be fair, equitable and accessible for all.

We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, all ages, and people of all genders and sexual orientations (LGBTQIA+).

We are committed to providing reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process to support all applicants. If you require any adjustments, please let us know via the application process or inform our Careers team if you are contacted for an interview.

Our recruitment process

As part of our recruitment process, a number of checks will be conducted, including police / criminal background checks, medical assessments, drug and alcohol testing, due diligence, right to work checks and reference checks.

If you would like to learn more about PLS or register for future opportunities, please visit

Acknowledgement of Country

PLS respectfully acknowledges the Nyamal and Kariyarra People of the Pilbara, the Whadjuk Noongar People of the Perth region and all the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples who are the Traditional Owners and First Nations peoples of these lands.

We pay our respects to Elders past and present and acknowledge their continuing connection and care for the land, water and Country.

If you would like to learn more about PLS or register for future opportunities, please visit