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Myndshift Group partners with leading companies across mining, civil construction and heavy industry, connecting skilled tradespeople with long-term career opportunities across Australia.
 
We're currently recruiting 8 x Heavy Diesel Fitters for permanent positions with a leading mining services provider.
 
Whether you prefer the stability of a workshop environment or enjoy working across mine sites in a field service role, we have opportunities to suit your lifestyle.

Choose the role that suits your lifestyle:

• Mackay Workshop – Be Home every night 
4 x Permanent Vacancies

• Field Service - Multiple rosters available (7/7, 2/1 or 3/1 rosters)
4 x Permanent Vacancies
 
*Position 1: Heavy Diesel Fitter – Mackay Workshop (4 Vacancies)
 
Based in a modern workshop in Paget, you'll be working on major rebuilds and overhauls of ultra-class mining equipment, with a strong focus on Liebherr T282 Haul Trucks and associated components.
 
What's on Offer

• Permanent full-time position
• 7/7 Day Shift roster
• 12-hour shifts
• Home every night
• Approximately 2-year project pipeline
• Modern workshop facilities
• Strong safety culture and supportive leadership

Key Responsibilities

• Major rebuilds and overhauls
• Strip, assess and rebuild components
• Engine, hydraulic and drivetrain repairs
• Diagnostics and fault finding
• Read OEM manuals and technical drawings
• Maintain high safety and quality standards

*Position 2: Heavy Diesel Fitter – Field Service (4 Vacancies)

Join a well-established field service team supporting large-scale mining operations throughout the Bowen Basin.
 
You'll be carrying out breakdowns, scheduled maintenance, shutdown work and repairs across some of the industry's largest mining equipment.
 
What's on Offer

• Lifestyle rosters available (7/7, 2/1 or 3/1)
• Permanent full-time employment
• Competitive hourly rates + overtime
• Company ute and fuel card
• Paid travel from Mackay
• FIFO options available for suitable candidates
• Ongoing work across major mining operations

Equipment Includes

• Liebherr R9800 Excavators
• CAT 6060 Excavators
• Hitachi EX5600 Excavators

Key Responsibilities

• Breakdown support
• Field service maintenance
• Shutdown work
• Diagnostics and fault finding
• Hydraulic, mechanical and electrical repairs
• OEM servicing and inspections
• Safe work practices across mine sites

About You
 
We're looking for experienced Diesel Fitters who bring a strong safety focus and pride in their workmanship.
 
Essential Requirements

• Australian recognised Diesel Fitter Trade Qualification
• Experience working on heavy mining or heavy mobile equipment
• Strong fault finding and diagnostic skills
• Current Driver's Licence
• Ability to pass a Pre-Employment Medical and Drug & Alcohol Screen
• Strong commitment to safety and teamwork

Highly Regarded

• Experience on Liebherr, Caterpillar, Hitachi or Komatsu equipment
• Forklift Licence
• Working at Heights
• EWP
• Standard 11
• Current Coal Board Medical

Interested?

If you're ready for your next opportunity, we'd love to hear from you.

Whether you're interested in the Mackay Workshop role or the Bowen Basin Field Service position, apply now and let us know which opportunity best suits your experience and lifestyle.

If you have any questions about either role or would like a confidential discussion before applying, please don't hesitate to get in touch.

Ashley Bonkovich - Recruitment Specialist
Myndshift Group
0438 771 052
ashley@myndshiftgroup.com.au

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