Heavy Diesel Mechanic

Metals Acquisition Corp; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading mining company in South Africa is seeking a Heavy Diesel Mechanic to maintain and repair underground equipment. The role offers competitive pay, job security, and opportunities for career progression within a supportive team that values safety. This permanent, full-time position includes flights and accommodation for FIFO/DIDO candidates.

Benefits

Competitive remuneration package

Flights and accommodation provided

Career progression and training opportunities

Supportive team environment with a strong safety culture

Pool & Gym reimbursements

Qualifications

• Experience in underground mining maintenance preferred but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical issues on heavy diesel equipment.
• Perform scheduled maintenance and breakdown repairs.
• Conduct inspections to ensure equipment safety and compliance.
• Work collaboratively with the maintenance team to improve fleet reliability.
• Maintain accurate service records and follow site safety procedures.

Skills

Strong diagnostic and troubleshooting skills

Commitment to workplace safety and compliance

Ability to work autonomously and as part of a team

Education

Trade qualification as a Heavy Diesel Mechanic

Job description

Starting from $, base + Super & Benefits

Join a company that recognises and rewards the value of its people — with recent improvements to our remuneration framework, there's never been a better time to come on board!

The CSA Mine is located 11 kilometres north-west of Cobar, central western New South Wales.

At 1.9 kilometres deep, it is one of Australia's deepest underground mines and one of the world's highest-grade copper mines.

With an expected 12-year life of mine, with exploration on‑going, CSA is the stable and long‑term employer of choice in the region!

Operating 24 hours a day, seven days a week, CSA Mine directly employs over people including contractors.

Are you a skilled Heavy Diesel Mechanic looking for a rewarding opportunity in the mining industry?

Join our team, where you'll work with a dedicated maintenance crew ensuring the reliability and performance of heavy mobile equipment.

About the Role

As a Heavy Diesel Mechanic, you will be responsible for the servicing, repair, and maintenance of a fleet of underground mobile plant equipment, including :

• Ancillary equipment such as IT loaders, Telehandlers, Agi's & Spraymecs

Key Responsibilities

• Diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical issues on heavy diesel equipment
• Perform scheduled maintenance and breakdown repairs
• Conduct inspections to ensure equipment safety and compliance
• Work collaboratively with the maintenance team to improve fleet reliability
• Maintain accurate service records and follow site safety procedures

What We're Looking For

• Trade qualification as a Heavy Diesel Mechanic (or equivalent)
• Experience in underground mining maintenance (preferred but not essential)
• Strong diagnostic and troubleshooting skills
• Commitment to workplace safety and compliance
• Ability to work autonomously and as part of a team

What's on Offer

• Competitive remuneration package
• Flights and accommodation provided
• Permanent, full‑time position with job security
• Career progression and training opportunities
• Supportive team environment with a strong safety culture

Conditions

Commute options include subsidised residential housing, DIDO or FIFO from Brisbane or Sydney.

Candidates interested in DIDO or FIFO will be provided with single accommodation plus meals at the mine camp, and commute to and from site.

CSA also provides Pool & Gym reimbursements to our employees and their dependents.

Location

Located an eight-hour drive to Sydney, nine-hour drive to Melbourne, and a quick three-hour drive to Dubbo, Cobar is a fascinating town rich in mining heritage and natural attractions.

Entertainment options include restaurants, pubs, and clubs for dining out.

You will be kept busy with a bowling and golf club, rugby and rugby league teams, race club, pony club, Olympic size swimming pool, gym – and more!

The town boasts beautiful parks, two reservoirs, picnic areas and playgrounds.

The youth club 'Youthie' is a vibrant children's hub with a games room, gym and weights room, squash courts, sauna, indoor stadium, outdoor basketball court and a skate park.

Why Join CSA

You will be entitled to a comprehensive range of benefits aimed at attracting and retaining our most valuable asset, our people.

We offer competitive remuneration and other financial benefits including medical and insurance discounts, recognition and reward programs, external education opportunities, further development and career pathways.

Shortlisting will occur throughout the advertising period – apply now.