Underground Diamond Drill Fitter

Swick Mining Services; Wagga Wagga City Council; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Swick Mining Services is seeking experienced Drill Fitters to join their Maintenance team in NSW. The role involves servicing and maintaining underground Diamond Drilling equipment, ensuring optimal functionality, and effective communication within teams. Candidates should have proven experience, diagnostic skills, and a commitment to safety.

Benefits

Competitive remuneration

Work/life balance

Career pathways

Employee benefits

Qualifications

• Proven experience working on drill rigs, preferably underground.
• Basic hydraulic & electrical diagnostics and component rebuilds.

Responsibilities

• Servicing, maintenance and fault finding on underground Diamond Drilling equipment.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic issues on drill rigs.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Communication

Attention to Detail

Job description

Thursday, 15 May 2025

Swick Mining Services

Swick Mining Services are seeking experienced Drill Fitters to join our Maintenance team in support of our site-based Operations in NSW.

The Role

Duties are (but not limited to) the following:

• Servicing, maintenance and fault finding on underground Diamond Drilling equipment
• Ensure all servicing, repairs and testing is completed and paperwork returned to scheduler.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic issues on drill rigs.
• Maintain underground drilling equipment to ensure optimal functionality.
• Coordinate with teams, communicate effectively, and ensure seamless drilling operations.
• Participate in ordering and maintenance of relevant parts/stock
• Management of costs and quality of repairs being undertaken
• Daily completion report and submission of time sheets

The Candidate

The successful candidate will be required to meet the following criteria:

• Proven experience working on drill rigs, preferably underground
• Basic hydraulic & electrical diagnostics and component rebuilds
• Effective troubleshooting and quick problem resolution skills.
• Current manual C Class Driver License
• National Police Clearance (within last 6 months)
• Must be able to pass a pre-employment medical (including drug and alcohol screen)
• Ability to work with minimal supervision and within a team environment
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills
• Commitment to safety standards and hazard identification
• Attention to detail and time management

The Benefits

Across our entire business, our people come first. The culture within the Swick team is paramount. We support our employees with competitive remuneration, work/life balance, career pathways and employee benefits.

Swick Mining Services is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes persons of all genders and cultural backgrounds to apply.

How to Apply

If you would like to submit your interest, and you meet the requirements of this role, please submit a current resume and cover letter detailing your suitability.