Diesel Fitter - Gain Underground experience in Canada

Madergroup; Canada; On-site; AUD 96,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Flights covered

Job summary

Mader Group is seeking skilled tradespeople for FIFO roles in Canada, offering a unique chance to work on OEM surface mining equipment. This position emphasizes safety, quality workmanship, and adaptability, with relocation support and international opportunities.

Relocation assistance, flights covered, and accommodation on arrival are included to help you transition seamlessly to the new country and job site.

Qualifications

• Trade qualified with 2-3 years post-trade experience on OEM surface mining equipment.
• Underground experience not required; eager to learn different machines.
• Hydraulics experience is transferable to underground equipment.
• Strong focus on safety, quality workmanship and reliability.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Safety consciousness

Willingness to learn

Hydraulics experience

Travel readiness

Education

Trade Qualified

Job description

Job no: 494236
Work type: Casual, Full time
Location: New South Wales, Northern Territory, Queensland, South Australia, Tasmania, Victoria, Western Australia, Alberta
Categories: Trades

If you’ve got strong mechanical skills, a solid work ethic, a willingness to learn and a travel bug, this could be your opportunity to expand your experience and take your career to the next level all while exploring a new country.

What does FIFO life look like in Canada?

• All Tooling + PPE + Uniforms provided.
• 2/2 & 3/3 Lifestyle Rosters
• Competitive Pay: From $70ph AUD equivalent.
• Live anywhere in Canada - Flights covered by us.

Is there help with relocation? YES!

• Visa Support – Support throughout the visa process, with opportunities to bring your family and explore future pathways across our international operations.
• Flights Covered – We will get you there (You can pay the extra $$ for a Business upgrade)
• Accommodation and hire car provided on arrival.

What you need:

• Trade Qualified – Minimum 2-3 years of post-trade experience on OEM surface mining equipment.
• Underground Experience – None required! Just need to bring a eagerness to learn different machines and maybe even head underground.
• Hydraulics Experience – Easily transferrable skills to underground machines.
• Safety First – Strong focus on safety, quality workmanship and reliability.
• Ready for Something New – Adaptable, driven and keen to take on an international opportunity.

Who are Mader?

Mader Group is a leading global provider of specialist's technical services across the mining, energy and industrial sectors, drive by a dedicated team of the best mechanical minds in the field.

With 20 years' experience under our belt, we've built relationships with more than 490 customers across 640+ locations worldwide. Backed by a 3900 strong workforce, we provide tailored ‘tap on, tap off’ support across Australia, North America, Asia and Oceania.

Advertised: 13 Oct 2026 Mexico Standard Time 2
Applications close: 01 Dec 2026 Mexico Standard Time 2