Underground Drill Fitter – Day Shift, Permanent Role

Perilya; Broken Hill; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Perilya is seeking an experienced Drill Fitter to join our Underground Maintenance team in Broken Hill. You will maintain underground drilling equipment, including jumbos and cable bolters, with a focus on reliability and safety, while supporting production on a permanent day shift.

Reporting to the Maintenance Manager, you will perform inspections, servicing and repairs, diagnose faults, and maintain service records.

Qualifications

• Trade qualification as a Diesel Mechanic or mobile/heavy vehicle mechanic.
• Experience maintaining underground mining equipment.
• Strong fault-finding and diagnostic abilities.
• Experience on underground drill rigs, jumbos or cable bolters is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Conduct daily inspections of underground jumbos and cable bolters.
• Perform scheduled servicing and preventative maintenance.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic faults.
• Complete breakdown repairs safely and efficiently.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and service documentation.
• Collaborate with operators and maintenance team to maximise availability.
• Adhere to site safety standards and procedures.

Skills

Fault finding

Diagnostics

Maintenance

Underground equipment

Education

Diesel Mechanic trade

Tools

Hydraulic systems

Underground drilling equipment

Job description

Perilya is seeking an experienced Drill Fitter to join our Underground Maintenance team in Broken Hill. You will maintain underground drilling equipment, including jumbos and cable bolters, with a focus on reliability and safety, while supporting production on a permanent day shift.

Reporting to the Maintenance Manager, you will perform inspections, servicing and repairs, diagnose faults, and maintain service records.