Underground Light Vehicle Fitter – Long-Term Mining Role

Careermine; West Wyalong; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Long-term opportunity

Competitive rates

Global mining contractor

Career progression

Training opportunities

Safety focused

Job summary

Redpath is seeking an experienced Underground Light Vehicle (LV) Fitter for Cowal Underground Mine in NSW to support maintenance activities on a major development project. FIFO and DIDO options are available, with a 14/14 roster, offering a stable, long-term opportunity for tradespeople with underground experience.

Responsibilities include servicing, diagnosing faults, and conducting preventative maintenance on underground light vehicles, while ensuring safety, compliance with site procedures,

Qualifications

• Trade qualification as a Light Vehicle Mechanic.
• Proven experience maintaining light vehicles in an underground mining environment.
• Strong fault-finding and diagnostic skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• A valid manual driver's license.
• A strong commitment to safety and compliance with site procedures.
• Proactive approach to maintenance, problem-solving and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Key Perform maintenance, servicing, and repairs on underground light vehicles.
• Diagnose faults and carry out breakdown repairs in a timely and effective manner.
• Conduct scheduled preventative maintenance to minimise equipment downtime.
• Complete pre-start checks, service sheets, and maintenance reports accurately.
• Ensure all work is completed in accordance with site, safety, and statutory requirements.
• Maintain tools, equipment, and work areas to a high standard.
• Identify and report hazards, defects, and opportunities for improvement.
• Work collaboratively with operations and maintenance teams to support safe and efficient site performance.

Skills

Light Vehicle Mechanic

Underground mining experience

Fault-finding & diagnostics

Team player

Manual driver's license

Education

Trade qualification as Light Vehicle Mechanic

Job description

Redpath is seeking an experienced Underground Light Vehicle (LV) Fitter for Cowal Underground Mine in NSW to support maintenance activities on a major development project. FIFO and DIDO options are available, with a 14/14 roster, offering a stable, long-term opportunity for tradespeople with underground experience.

Responsibilities include servicing, diagnosing faults, and conducting preventative maintenance on underground light vehicles, while ensuring safety, compliance with site procedures,