Lead Mechanical Fitter - Mining Ops (FIFO)

Covalent Lithium; Holland (MT); On-site; USD 63,000 - 84,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive remuneration

LiFT program discounts

Flexible work arrangements

Wellbeing programs and EAP

Parental leave and family support

Novated leasing and FIFO parking

Job summary

Covalent Lithium, a Western Australia lithium producer, seeks a Mechanical Fitter (Leading Hand) to support the Mechanical Supervisor in keeping mining and refining equipment reliable. The role includes stepping up duties when required and night-shift support for shutdowns.

This is a permanent position, ex FIFO from Perth to the Mt Holland mine site on an 8:6, 7:7 roster. Qualifications include Certificate III in Mechanical Engineering and 3+ years in mining or processing.

Qualifications

• Completion of Certificate III in Engineering (Mechanical) with at least 3 years post-trade experience in mining or processing.
• Lead hand experience of 1–2 years or equivalent is preferred.
• Hands-on maintenance with crushing, screening, milling and conveying systems.
• Current WA C-class Driver's Licence is required.
• High Risk Licences: Dogging, EWP and Forklift as applicable.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Supervisor Mechanical with work instruction and planning.
• Support a crew of up to 8 and supervise as needed.
• Relief supervisor duties during absence.
• Daily pre-starts, toolbox talks and safety compliance (Take 5, JHAs).
• Execute planned and breakdown maintenance to maximise asset reliability.
• Record maintenance actions and equipment history in the CMMS.
• Ensure site safety, risk management and environmental compliance.
• Participate in shutdowns and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Foster a strong safety culture and collaborate with operations teams.
• Maintain high housekeeping standards in work areas.

Skills

Leadership

Troubleshooting

Maintenance planning

Safety awareness

Communication

Education

Certificate III in Engineering (Mechanical)

Tools

Pronto CMMS

SAP S4 Hana

Job description

Covalent Lithium, a Western Australia lithium producer, seeks a Mechanical Fitter (Leading Hand) to support the Mechanical Supervisor in keeping mining and refining equipment reliable. The role includes stepping up duties when required and night-shift support for shutdowns.

This is a permanent position, ex FIFO from Perth to the Mt Holland mine site on an 8:6, 7:7 roster. Qualifications include Certificate III in Mechanical Engineering and 3+ years in mining or processing.