Underground Heavy Diesel Mechanic - 7/7 FIFO (Flights)

Volley Recruit; Broken Hill; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

FIFO from anywhere in Australia

Flights provided

Accommodation provided

Meals provided

7 days on / 7 days off roster

Job summary

Volley Recruit is seeking experienced Underground Heavy Diesel Mechanics for an ongoing FIFO opportunity in Broken Hill, NSW. The role involves servicing, maintaining and repairing a fleet of underground mining and heavy mobile equipment in a hardrock environment.

You will perform scheduled servicing, fault finding across mechanical/hydraulic systems, and underground repairs, working with a team and following strict WHS procedures.

Qualifications

• Recognised Australian Heavy Diesel / Mobile Plant / Mechanical Trade Qualification.
• Relevant High Risk licences and tickets (HR Licence).
• Strong mechanical and hydraulic fault-finding skills.
• Ability to work underground and rotating day/night shifts.
• Strong safety record and commitment to safe work practices.
• Ability to pass a medical and drug & alcohol screen.

Responsibilities

• Scheduled servicing and preventative maintenance.
• Mechanical, hydraulic and basic electrical fault finding.
• Underground breakdown repairs.
• Component change-outs including engines, transmissions, pumps and cylinders.
• Equipment inspections and defect identification.
• Reading hydraulic/electrical schematics and OEM manuals.
• Testing and returning equipment safely to production.
• Working closely with operators, auto electricians and the maintenance team.
• Following strict isolation, risk assessment and WHS procedures.

Skills

Heavy Diesel

Mobile Plant

Mechanical Trade

Education

Heavy Diesel / Mobile Plant / Mechanical Trade Qualification

Job description

Volley Recruit is seeking experienced Underground Heavy Diesel Mechanics for an ongoing FIFO opportunity in Broken Hill, NSW. The role involves servicing, maintaining and repairing a fleet of underground mining and heavy mobile equipment in a hardrock environment.

You will perform scheduled servicing, fault finding across mechanical/hydraulic systems, and underground repairs, working with a team and following strict WHS procedures.