Mechanical Fitter - Field

CITIC Pacific Mining Management Pty Ltd; Perth; Hybrid; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive remuneration

Career progression

Insurance and salary packaging

Access to facilities and lounge

Job summary

CITIC Pacific Mining is seeking a Field Fitter to join our HME field team based in Cape Preston, WA. The successful candidate will repair, service and inspect mobile equipment, demonstrating strong diagnostic skills across mechanical, hydraulic and electrical systems.

Responsibilities include breakdown maintenance, fault finding, parts sourcing, and accurate documentation, with a focus on safety and compliance in a heavy mining environment.

Qualifications

• Certified heavy-vehicle/machine tradesperson required.
• Extensive mining experience is essential.
• Strong diagnostic capabilities across mechanical, hydraulic and electrical systems.

Responsibilities

• Carry out field maintenance, inspections and repairs on mobile equipment.
• Fault finding on LV electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
• Source parts and maintain work order documentation.
• Provide technical guidance to operations and maintenance staff.

Skills

Mechanical diagnostics

Hydraulic systems

Low-voltage electrical diagnostics

Operator liaison

Education

Certified Heavy Duty tradesperson

Tools

SAP notifications

Technical diagnostic software

Job description

Job no: 499038LC
Work type: Permanent Fulltime
Location: Perth
Categories: Trades

The opportunity:

CITIC Pacific Mining is currently looking for a Field Fitter to join our HME (Heavy Mining Equipment) field team based in Cape Preston.

The Purpose of the role:

The Field Fitter is responsible for the repair, maintenance, servicing and inspection of the mobile truck and ancillary fleet. The role requires excellent diagnostic capability across mechanical, hydraulic and low-voltage electrical systems, along with the ability to liaise effectively with operators, contractors and site personnel to resolve technical issues and maintain equipment reliability.

In this role you’ll be responsible for:

• Carry out field maintenance (breakdowns), inspections, servicing and repairs on mobile equipment using qualified trade skills, tools and testing equipment within agreed timeframes.
• Perform critical repair tasks including fault finding on low-voltage electrical, hydraulic and Pneumatic systems on mobile equipment.
• Conduct technical inspections, fault identification and SAP notifications.
• Source parts using appropriate manuals, technical publications and correct ordering procedures.
• Maintain high quality of workmanship and standards on work carried out.
• Complete all required documentation including timesheets, work orders and reports accurately and on time.
• Provide technical information and guidance to operations personnel and maintenance staff.
• Ensure all work is performed in accordance with CPM policies and procedures
• Environmental and Aboriginal Heritage compliance to policies and procedures

Qualifications / Certificates

Mandatory:

• Certified Heavy duty tradesperson
• Extensive Mining experience
• Class ‘HR’ motor vehicle licence or equivalent
• Computing Skills (Technical and diagnostic software)
• Work Safe License EWP, LF, CN and safe working at heights
• ARTIC accredited for air conditioning
• First aid certificate

As an employee of CPM, we offer a range of benefits including leave benefits, personal and family benefits, education and training, salary sacrifice options, and lifestyle benefits through preferred suppliers.

• Competitive remuneration packages.
• Career progression and industry training programs.
• Life and salary continuance insurance.
• Salary packaging options.
• Access to the Alliance Airlines Lounge.

The village features three gyms, a swimming pool, multi-purpose sports courts, a retail store, tavern with beer garden, dining, and recreation room.

Take advantage of the free Wi-Fi internet access to all rooms, in-house entertainment with FOXTEL and a regular schedule of entertainers including bands and sporting professionals.

As an employee of CPM, you will be part of a culturally and gender diverse organisation, committed to providing equal opportunities for all staff.

About CITIC Pacific Mining

CPM is the company behind Sino Iron, already Australia’s largest magnetite operation, located on Western Australia’s Pilbara coast. We are spearheading a new iron ore value-adding industry for the nation, transforming magnetite ore into a high-grade, premium export product.

Sino Iron is a fully integrated operation – featuring a mine serviced by the biggest haul trucks in the world, a six-line concentrator and port terminal facilities at nearby Cape Preston. Our state-of-the-art power station and desalination plant are among the largest in the State.

Our operations provide career opportunities on a global scale. Being an employee at CITIC Pacific Mining (CPM) will enable you to take advantage of the multiple divisions of the group. CITIC Group, a majority shareholder of CPM, has more than 170,000 employees worldwide and is always looking for talented and exceptional people.

Within CPM, everyone can develop their skills and knowledge, progress in the business and be recognised and rewarded for their contribution. We encourage our people to take the opportunities that are provided to reach their full potential - so they can achieve the best results for themselves, each other, and for CPM.

Advertised: 08 Oct 2026 W. Australia Standard Time
Applications close: 13 Nov 2026 W. Australia Standard Time