Mechanical Fitters | Shutdown Roster | Operation Services

BHP Group; Australia; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading mining company in Pilbara, Australia is seeking safety-focused Mechanical Fitters for its operations. You will maintain rotating equipment and ensure high-quality work. The role requires a Trade Certificate in Mechanical Fitting and experience with Fixed Plant equipment. Benefits include ongoing development programs and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Mastery Program for development

Flexible working options

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in Fixed Plant Rotating Equipment.
• Experience in Rigging and conveyor systems.
• Understanding of lubrication and hydraulic systems.

Responsibilities

• Maintain Fixed Plant rotating equipment including Pulleys and Gearboxes.
• Complete all documentation and data entry accurately.
• Conduct quality control verifications.

Skills

Safety focus

Problem solving

Mechanical understanding

Education

Trade Certificate in Mechanical Fitting

Tools

1SAP or similar maintenance management system

Job description

Mechanical Fitters | Shutdown Roster | Operation Services

Date: Sep 30, 2025

Job Posting End Date: 31-Aug-2025;13:59:59GMT

Job Country: Australia

Job State/Province: Western Australia

Job Location/Region: Pilbara

About BHP

At BHP we support our people to grow, learn, develop their skills and reach their potential. With a global portfolio of operations, we offer a diverse and inclusive environment with extraordinary career opportunities. Our strategy is to focus on creating a safe work environment where our employees feel strongly connected to our values and objectives, and where the capability of our people is key to our success.

Come and be a part of this success.

About The Role

We are currently seeking safety focused and experienced Mechanical Fitters to join our Specialised Fixed plant team on a Dynamic 182 roster flying from Perth. A Dynamic 182 roster is similar to a shutdown roster made up of 182 shifts a year, shifts will be dependant on demand but because you will be a permanent employee you still receive a consistent fortnightly pay regardless of the amount of shifts you work.

Key responsibilities

• Maintenance of Fixed Plant rotating equipment including Pulleys, Gearboxes & Electrical drive Motors. The Maintenance tasks will consist of Change outs, Servicing and Inspections
• Following specific maintenance strategies and procedures
• Overriding commitment to BHP Charter, health, safety, environment, and sustainable development
• Ensuring that all documentation and data entry is accurately completed
• Work Methodology Scoping & Updating of work instructions
• Sharing experience as a subject matter expert to improve team capability.
• Conduct quality control verifications on pre & post task execution

About You

BHP Operations Services brings people and resources together to improve plant performance. As a member of the maintenance team you will be recognised as a master in maintenance providing safe, high-quality work every time.

We are looking for individuals who have:

• Trade Certificate in Mechanical Fitting or equivalent
• Demonstrated experience in Fixed Plant Rotating Equipment such as Pulleys, Gearboxes & Electrical Motors. Experience in fitment of bearings, couplings & undertaking precision alignment of rotating equipment will be highly regarded.
• Experience in Rigging and specifically on conveyor systems will be highly regarded.
• Experience with, and/or a fundamental understanding of lubrication & hydraulic systems also desirable.
• Highly safety focused individual
• Proactive, self-driven & capable problem solvers.
• Capability in 1SAP or similar maintenance management system desirable
• Understanding and experience in WAIO Isolation & Barricading procedure or similar industry procedure desirable.
• Ability to identify defective mechanical components or equipment

About our Process

At BHP, we are committed to employing individuals who align with the BHP Charter Values and meet the requirements of the role. As part of the recruitment process, there are a number of checks, which may be conducted to demonstrate applicants’ suitability for a role including police / criminal background checks, medical, drug and alcohol testing, due diligence checks, right to work checks, and/or reference checks.

Supporting a Diverse Workforce

The size and magnitude of our business not only provides significant opportunity for professional development, but also attractive salary packages with performance-based bonuses and a unique BHP employee share program. We recognise that we are strengthened by diversity. We are committed to providing a work environment in which everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect. We are an Equal Opportunity employer and we encourage applications from women and Indigenous people. We offer benefits to enable your work to fit with your life, including flexible working options, a generous paid parental leave policy, other extended leave entitlements and parent rooms.

What is on Offer?

• Continuous focus on developing you to be the best you can be through our Mastery Program
• Ongoing support for you and your family through our Employee Assistance Program