Mechanical Fitters

Nepean; Mackay Regional; On-site; AUD 52,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly rates

Significant overtime opportunities

Modern workshop facilities

Ongoing training and career developm…

Career progression pathways

Job summary

NEPEAN Longwall in Paget, Mackay is seeking experienced Mechanical Fitters for a full-time permanent position. The role focuses on assembly, overhaul, refurbishment, maintenance and repair of underground mining equipment, with significant overtime opportunities to boost earnings.

You will work in a modern workshop with a collaborative team, gaining exposure to industry-leading longwall equipment and career development within the NEPEAN Group.

Qualifications

• Australian Mechanical Fitter Trade Qualifications
• Experience within mining, heavy industry, manufacturing or industrial maintenance environments
• Strong mechanical aptitude and fault-finding skills
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings
• Commitment to safety, quality and teamwork
• Excellent work ethic and attention to detail
• Highly regarded longwall or underground mining equipment experience
• Forklift Licence / Overhead Crane Ticket
• Current Driver's Licence

Responsibilities

• Assemble, overhaul, refurbishment, maintenance and repair of underground mining equipment and longwall components.
• Collaborate with a skilled team to deliver quality outcomes for customers in Australia’s mining industry.

Skills

Australian Mechanical Fitter Trade

Mining/Heavy industry experience

Mechanical aptitude

Reading engineering drawings

Safety/quality teamwork

Attention to detail

Longwall/underground equipment

Forklift licence/Overhead crane

Driver's licence

Job description

• Overtime available with career growth opportunities
• Permanent role based in Paget, Mackay

Who We Are

NEPEAN Longwall®, a division of the NEPEAN™ Group, partners with customers to design, engineer, manufacture, integrate and support longwall mining equipment and systems. Operating across Queensland and New South Wales, we provide comprehensive lifecycle support, from equipment supply and refurbishment through to maintenance and technical services.

Backed by more than 40 years of engineering excellence, the NEPEAN Group employs over 2,000 people across six continents and delivers innovative, high-value solutions to leading mining, construction and transport companies worldwide.

The Opportunity

NEPEAN Longwall is seeking experienced Mechanical Fitters to join our workshop team in Paget, Mackay on a full-time permanent basis. With a strong pipeline of work and substantial overtime opportunities available, this is an excellent opportunity for motivated tradespeople to build a long-term career while working on industry-leading underground mining equipment within a stable and growing business.

As a Mechanical Fitter, you will be responsible for the assembly, overhaul, refurbishment, maintenance and repair of underground mining equipment and longwall components. You will work alongside a highly skilled team delivering quality outcomes for customers across Australia's mining industry.

What's on Offer?

• Full-time permanent employment with long-term career stability
• Competitive hourly rates
• Significant overtime opportunities to maximise earnings
• Strong and consistent workload with an established project pipeline
• Opportunity to work on industry-leading underground mining equipment
• Modern workshop facilities located in Paget, Mackay
• Supportive, collaborative and safety-focused team culture
• Ongoing training and career development opportunities
• Career progression pathways across the wider NEPEAN Group
• Join a respected Australian-owned business with a reputation for excellence

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Australian Mechanical Fitter Trade Qualifications
• Experience within mining, heavy industry, manufacturing or industrial maintenance environments
• Strong mechanical aptitude and fault-finding skills
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings
• Commitment to safety, quality and teamwork
• Excellent work ethic and attention to detail
• Highly Regarded Longwall or underground mining equipment experience
• Forklift Licence / Overhead Crane Ticket
• Current Driver's Licence

Why Join NEPEAN Longwall

This role is ideal for Mechanical Fitters seeking:

• Strong earning potential with consistent work and overtime opportunities
• Career growth within a leading Australian engineering organisation
• Exposure to industry-leading mining equipment and projects
• A supportive team environment focused on safety and quality

NEPEAN believes in diversity and is committed to providing Equal Employment opportunities for all applicants. We welcome applicants from all walks of life, including various socio-economic, cultural, LGBTIQ, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander backgrounds.