Raisebore Fitter

REDPATH MINING; Western Australia; On-site; AUD 83,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay + super on all hours

Even-time roster

Training & OEM accredited courses

Career progression pathways

PPE provided

Health insurance discount (BUPA)

Safety glasses reimbursement

Employee assistance program

Rewards program

Service milestone bonuses

Job summary

Redpath Mining is hiring a Raisebore Fitter based in Western Australia. The role covers maintenance, servicing, and breakdown repairs of heavy drilling units in both workshop and underground environments.

You will work with a supportive team on safety-focused practices, with ongoing training and clear career progression. The roster is 8/6 and the role is full-time permanent, with competitive pay and benefits.

Qualifications

• Heavy Vehicle Mobile Equipment or Diesel Fitter trade qualification required.
• Strong fault-finding and diagnostic abilities essential.
• Experience maintaining heavy mobile equipment in underground mining preferred.

Responsibilities

• Carry out scheduled maintenance, servicing and breakdown repairs on Raisebore hydraulic/electric drilling units and mobile plant.
• Diagnose faults and replace components to maximise reliability.
• Maintain compliance with site standards, safety requirements, and regulations.

Skills

Fault finding

Diagnostics

Mechanical troubleshooting

Auto electrical knowledge

Teamwork / independent work

Education

Diesel fitter trade qualification

Job description

Raisebore Fitter | Redpath Mining | Western Australia Based Only | 8/6 Roster | Full-Time Permanent Role

At Redpath, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to fostering a culture built on safety, respect, integrity, and continuous improvement. We believe that every employee has a role to play in creating a healthy and safe workplace, and we invest in developing our people through ongoing training, support, and career development opportunities.

About The Role

We are seeking an experienced Fitter to join our team. In this role, you will carry out general mechanical work, including repairs, breakdown response, and servicing of heavy mobile and fixed plant equipment. The position involves working in both workshop and underground environments, ensuring equipment is maintained safely and efficiently to maximise operational performance.

Responsibilities

• Carry out scheduled maintenance, servicing, and breakdown repairs on Raisebore hydraulic / electric drilling units including ancillary mobile plant and light vehicles.
• Diagnose faults and repair or replace components to maximise equipment reliability and availability.
• Ensure plant and equipment are maintained in compliance with site standards, safety requirements, and regulations.
• Complete maintenance documentation, inspections, oil sampling, and pre-start checks accurately and on time.
• Participate in toolbox talks, pre-starts, maintenance, safety, and shift handover meetings.
• Identify and manage workplace risks, complete JSAs and Safe Stops, and assist with incident investigations as required.

Qualifications

About You:

• Australian citizenship or PR.
• Heavy Vehicle Mobile Equipment or Diesel Fitter trade qualification.
• Strong fault-finding, diagnostic, and mechanical troubleshooting skills.
• Experience maintaining heavy mobile equipment in an underground mining environment.
• Auto electrical knowledge and a valid Class C manual driver's licence.
• Current First Aid and CPR certification, with the ability to work safely and effectively in a team or independently.

Why Join Redpath?

This is a full time, long-term opportunity with excellent job security benefits:

• Competitive hourly rates + super paid on all hours
• Even time roster for true work life balance
• Ongoing training & OEM accredited trade courses
• Clear career progression pathways
• PPE provided
• Salary Sacrifice options for Superannuation and Novated car leasing
• Discounted health insurance with BUPA
• Prescription safety glasses reimbursement (up to $220)
• Employee Assistance Program - 4 free sessions annually for you and your family
• Redzone Reward Program - discounts and cashback at hundreds of retailers
• Service Milestone Bonuses: $3k at 5 years, $10k at 10 years, $15k at 15 years $20k at 20 years