Leading Hand Fitter

Redpath Mining Inc.; Menangle; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stable long-term opportunity

Competitive hourly rates with super

Even-time roster

OEM-accredited development

Discounted health insurance with BUPA

Reimbursement for prescription safety 

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Redpath Mining in Appin Mine, Australia, is seeking an experienced Leading Hand Fitter to oversee maintenance of underground mobile equipment. You will lead a team of fitters on shift, ensure safe, efficient operations, and drive fault diagnosis and repairs in a demanding mining environment.

Applicants must hold a trade qualification in Heavy Diesel or Mobile Plant and have extensive underground equipment experience, with prior supervisory exposure and a commitment to safety.

Qualifications

• Trade qualification in Heavy Diesel or Mobile Plant (essential).
• Extensive experience maintaining underground mining equipment.
• Previous Leading Hand or supervisory experience.
• Strong diagnostic and fault‑finding skills.
• Ability to lead teams in a fast‑paced mining environment.
• Strong commitment to safety and compliance.
• Valid driver’s licence.
• Ability to work rotating rosters (e.g. 5/2 or site‑specific).

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise a team of underground fitters on shift.
• Carry out maintenance, servicing, and repairs on heavy mobile mining equipment.
• Coordinate planned maintenance and breakdown response activities.
• Diagnose faults and ensure timely, quality repairs.
• Allocate work tasks and monitor team performance.
• Ensure all work is completed in line with site and statutory requirements.
• Complete maintenance reports, work orders, and documentation.
• Maintain high housekeeping standards and workshop organisation.
• Liaise with supervisors and operations to minimise downtime.
• Promote strong safety culture and adherence to procedures.

Skills

Team leadership

Fault finding

Heavy Diesel

Underground equipment upkeep

Safety compliance

Driver's licence

Education

Trade qualification in Heavy Diesel or Mobile Plant

Job description

Leading Hand Fitter | Appin Mine | Redpath Mining
Full‑Time, Permanent

The Redpath Effect

Redpath is a premier full-service, global underground mining contractor with projects throughout Australia and across the globe.

With years of experience, hard work and innovative thinking have positioned Redpath as a reliable solutions provider to the mining industry. Redpaths dynamic teams apply ever‑evolving best practices to optimize safety and productivity. We take pride in our superior service level and celebrate our employees – the heart of our company’s success

Role Overview
An experienced Leading Hand Fitter is required to support maintenance operations at Appin Mine. This role provides hands‑on leadership, overseeing a team of fitters while ensuring safe, efficient maintenance of underground mobile equipment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise a team of underground fitters on shift
• Carry out maintenance, servicing, and repairs on heavy mobile mining equipment
• Coordinate planned maintenance and breakdown response activities
• Diagnose faults and ensure timely, quality repairs
• Allocate work tasks and monitor team performance
• Ensure all work is completed in line with site and statutory requirements
• Complete maintenance reports, work orders, and documentation
• Maintain high housekeeping standards and workshop organisation
• Liaise with supervisors and operations to minimise downtime
• Promote strong safety culture and adherence to procedures

Requirements

• Trade qualification in Heavy Diesel or Mobile Plant (essential)
• Extensive experience maintaining underground mining equipment
• Previous Leading Hand or supervisory experience
• Strong diagnostic and fault‑finding skills
• Ability to lead teams in a fast‑paced mining environment
• Strong commitment to safety and compliance
• Valid driver’s licence
• Ability to work rotating rosters (e.g. 5/2 or site‑specific)

Why Join Redpath

• Redpath offers a stable, long‑term opportunity where your contribution is valued and your development is supported.
• Competitive hourly rates with super paid on all hours worked
• Even time roster supporting work‑life balance
• Ongoing training and OEM‑accredited development opportunities
• Clear career progression pathways
• PPE provided
• Salary sacrifice options including superannuation and novated leasing
• Discounted health insurance with BUPA
• Reimbursement for prescription safety glasses (up to $200)
• Employee Assistance Program for you and your immediate family
• Redzone Rewards Program offering discounts and cashback
• Service milestone bonuses: $3,000 (5 years), $10,000 (10 years), $15,000 (15 years), $20,000 (20 years)