Mine Mechanical Fitter

AGL; Traralgon; On-site; AUD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

AGL Loy Yang Mine is seeking a Mine Mechanical Fitter to perform maintenance and fault analysis to support safe, reliable operation in a heavy industrial setting. Reporting to the Mechanical Support Leader, you’ll work across planned, breakdown, and routine maintenance in a shift environment.

This 12-month fixed-term role requires a Mechanical Fitting trade, strong fault-finding skills, CMMS experience, and a willingness to work with production teams while strictly following safety practices.

Qualifications

• Mechanical Fitting trade qualification or equivalent.
• Experience with open-cut mining equipment preferred.
• Strong fault-finding and problem-solving abilities.
• Commitment to safe work practices and risk controls.
• Experience using CMMS.
• Ability to work with minimal direction and meet deadlines.
• Excellent communication and teamwork.
• Current Victorian Driver's Licence and ability to work shifts.
• Experience with dredgers, stackers and conveyors highly regarded.

Responsibilities

• Carry out planned, breakdown, routine and preventative mechanical maintenance on mine plant and equipment.
• Analyse faults, assess plant problems and implement safe and effective solutions.
• Plan, schedule, complete and report maintenance activities in a dynamic production environment.
• Work closely with Production personnel to support safe, efficient plant operation.
• Accurately record completed work, plant faults and shift information in the CMMS and shift logs.
• Share your skills and experience, support the development of team members.
• Follow all Health, Safety and Environment requirements, identify hazards and apply appropriate controls.

Skills

Mechanical Fitting

Fault finding

Maintenance

Safety

Communication

Open-cut mining experience

Driver's Licence

Shift work

CMMS

Education

Mechanical Fitting trade qualification

Tools

CMMS

Job description

We've been proudly Aussie since 1837, always finding new ways to innovate in energy and essential services. Now, we're moving towards a sustainable future through electrification and investing in renewable energy-and we'd like you to join us. Whether you're on-site, in the office, or somewhere in between, you'll find opportunities to grow your career here. You'll work with a team that's passionate about powering Australian lives, in a culture that values inclusivity, respect, and learning. Help us create a cleaner energy future, and we'll back you every step of the way as you build your career.

Join the change. Electrify your future.

About the role

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a Mine Mechanical Fitter to join our team at the AGL Loy Yang Mine. Reporting to the Mechanical Support Leader, you will carry out mechanical maintenance, fault analysis and preventative maintenance to support the safe, reliable and efficient operation of mine plant. Working in a shift environment, you will use your trade expertise to complete planned, breakdown and routine work while supporting production requirements.

Please note, this is a 12-month Fixed Term opportunity.

What you'll be doing

• Carry out planned, breakdown, routine and preventative mechanical maintenance on mine plant and equipment.
• Analyse faults, assess plant problems and implement safe and effective solutions.
• Plan, schedule, complete and report maintenance activities in a dynamic production environment.
• Work closely with Production personnel to support safe, efficient and effective plant operation.
• Accurately record completed work, plant faults and shift information in the CMMS and shift logs.
• Share your skills and experience, support the development of team members.
• Follow all Health, Safety and Environment requirements, identify hazards and apply appropriate controls.

About You

You are a safety-focused mechanical tradesperson who enjoys solving problems and working as part of a team. You can adapt to changing priorities, communicate clearly with stakeholders and take ownership of delivering quality work in a complex heavy industrial environment.

What you'll bring to the table

• A Mechanical Fitting trade qualification or equivalent.
• Detailed knowledge of maintenance practices in open-cut mining or other heavy industrial plants.
• Strong fault-finding and problem-solving capability, with the ability to assess options and determine an appropriate solution.
• Demonstrated commitment to safe work practices, hazard identification and effective risk controls.
• Experience using computerised maintenance management systems.
• The ability to work proactively with minimal direction and complete tasks on time and to the required standard.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills and a collaborative approach to teamwork.
• A current Victorian Driver's Licence and the ability to work shift work.
• Experience with open-cut mining equipment such as dredgers, stackers and conveyors will be highly regarded.

Inclusion at AGL

At AGL, we value diversity and welcome applicants from various backgrounds, including Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, individuals with disabilities, culturally diverse individuals, and members of the LGBTQ+ community. AGL is dedicated to maintaining a diverse workforce and encourages applicants to share their lived experiences.

We offer reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process and respect the privacy of those who choose not to disclose. To learn more visit: www.agl.com.au/careers

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