Mechanical Fitter

Ramelius Resources Limited; Perth; On-site; AUD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

8:6 roster FIFO from Perth

Health insurance reimbursement

Long-life Gold mine

Job summary

Ramelius Resources Limited is seeking a Mechanical Fitter to repair and maintain site assets across a busy WA mining operation. As part of a small, multi-skilled maintenance team, you’ll focus on preventative and reactive maintenance for the Paste plant, mobile equipment, village facilities and non-process infrastructure.

You will be responsible for routine servicing, fault-finding, and accurate record-keeping, with an on-site roster and night-shift call-out to ensure continuous operation.

Qualifications

• Trade qualification as a Mechanical Fitter or relevant mechanical background.
• Experience in mining, heavy industry, or remote-site maintenance.
• Competence in servicing mobile plant, mechanical equipment, and varied site infrastructure.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities across equipment and facilities.
• CN non-slewing crane certification is essential.
• Familiarity with safety systems and permit-to-work processes.
• Familiarity with Pronto and INX is preferred.
• High-Risk Work Licences (EWP, dogging, rigging, forklift) desirable.

Responsibilities

• Maintain Paste Plant and mine support equipment.
• Service and repair mobile plant, vehicles, pumps and generators.
• Respond to breakdowns and fault-find to minimise downtime.
• Carry out preventative maintenance, lubrication and filter changes.
• Repair village facilities and NPI assets (water, HVAC, utilities).
• Collaborate with maintenance team and assist other trades.
• Operate site cranes and lifting equipment safely.
• Keep accurate service records and compliance docs.
• Join call-out roster for night-shift breakdowns.

Skills

Mining experience

Troubleshooting

Mechanical servicing

Teamwork

HR/MR licence advantage

CN crane cert

Safety systems knowledge

Pronto INX familiarity

High-Risk Licences (EWP, dogging, rig)

Education

Mechanical Fitter trade qualification

Tools

Pronto

INX

Job description

About Us

At Ramelius Resources, we are focused on delivering safe and reliable gold production while growing our portfolio of operations across Western Australia. As we continue to invest in new projects and opportunities, our people play a critical role in shaping our future. When we grow, you grow.

About Us

At Ramelius Resources, we are focused on delivering safe and reliable gold production while growing our portfolio of operations across Western Australia. As we continue to invest in new projects and opportunities, our people play a critical role in shaping our future. When we grow, you grow.

Dalgaranga is Ramelius’ newest long life, high‑grade underground mine, located northwest of Mount Magnet. With the Never Never and Pepper deposits, it strengthens long‑term production and feeds the Mount Magnet hub, supporting Ramelius’ long‑term growth strategy.

The Role

As a Mechanical Fitter, you will repair and maintain site assets across a busy ramp‑up operation. Working within a small, multi‑skilled maintenance team, you’ll be responsible for preventative and reactive maintenance across the newly‑constructed Paste plant, mobile equipment, village facilities, and non‑process infrastructure (NPI).

Your Key Responsibilities Will Include

• Maintain the Paste Plant and Mine support equipment
• Perform routine servicing, inspections, and mechanical repairs on mobile plant, light vehicles, pumps, compressors, generators, and other site machinery
• Respond to breakdowns and carry out fault‑finding to minimise downtime and maintain operational readiness
• Complete preventative maintenance tasks including lubrication, fluid sampling, filter changes
• Maintain and repair village facilities and NPI assets such as water systems, HVAC units, minor carpentry, fuel systems, light towers, and utilities
• Work collaboratively within a small maintenance team and assist other trades as required
• Operate site cranes and lifting equipment safely and in line with safe lifting procedures
• Maintain accurate service records and compliance documentation
• Participate in a call out roster to provide break down support on night shift

Skills

You are a qualified Mechanical Tradesperson with a safety‑first mindset, strong teamwork and communication skills, and the ability to work independently while supporting a small, high‑performing team. Flexible and proactive, you’re ready to contribute across site areas and ensure reliability of critical assets. You will bring:

• Trade qualification as a Mechanical Fitter or relevant mechanical background
• Experience in mining, heavy industry, or remote‑site maintenance
• Competence in servicing mobile plant, mechanical equipment, and varied site infrastructure
• Strong troubleshooting and problem‑solving abilities across equipment and facilities
• HR or MR licence would be advantageous
• CN non‑slewing crane certification is essential
• Familiarity with safety systems and permit‑to‑work processes, with a commitment to safe work practices
• Familiarity with Pronto and INX is preferred
• Additional High‑Risk Work Licences, e.g., EWP, dogging, rigging, forklift (desirable)

What we offer

• 8:6 roster FIFO from Perth
• Competitive salary with short‑and long‑term incentives
• Health insurance reimbursement
• Long‑life Gold mine