_{25th August, 2026}

About the opportunity

Myndshift Group supports the mining, civil construction and heavy engineering industries, partnering with leading organisations to deliver experienced personnel across Australia.

We are currently seeking experienced Underground HD Fitters, Mobile Plant Mechanics and Drill Fitters to join underground hard-rock mining operations throughout Western Australia.

These opportunities suit trade-qualified fitters with strong underground maintenance experience who are confident diagnosing faults, attending breakdowns and maintaining mixed fleets of loaders, trucks, drills and ancillary equipment.

Key responsibilities

• Complete scheduled servicing, preventative maintenance and breakdown repairs across underground mobile plant.
• Diagnose and rectify mechanical, hydraulic, electrical and pneumatic faults.
• Maintain underground development jumbos, production drills, boggers, trucks and ancillary equipment.
• Carry out component replacements, equipment inspections and major repairs.
• Interpret hydraulic schematics, technical drawings and OEM service information.
• Work closely with maintenance and operational teams to minimise downtime and maximise fleet availability.
• Complete maintenance documentation and contribute to a strong underground safety culture.

Experience and requirements

• Australian-recognised heavy mechanical trade qualification, such as Certificate III in Mobile Plant Technology or equivalent.
• Preferably 3-5+ years of post-trade experience maintaining heavy mobile equipment.
• Demonstrated underground hard-rock mining experience is essential.
• Experience with Sandvik, Epiroc or CAT underground equipment.
• Strong fault-finding and diagnostic capability across mechanical, hydraulic and electrical systems.
• Current Australian manual driver's licence.
• Ability to complete a pre-employment medical, drug and alcohol screening, and relevant site clearances.
• Automotive air-conditioning licence, HR licence and OEM training will be highly regarded.
• Full Australian Working Rights

Relevant equipment

• Sandvik DD421, DD422i, DL422i and DL432i development and production drills.
• Sandvik LH517i and LH621i loaders and TH551i and TH663i underground trucks.
• Epiroc Boomer and Simba drills, Scooptram loaders and Minetruck equipment.
• CAT R2900 loaders and AD-series underground trucks.
• Underground integrated toolcarriers, service vehicles and ancillary equipment.

What is on offer

• Up to $100 per hour + superannuation.
• Even-time 7:7 or 2:2 rosters.
• FIFO opportunities across WA underground mining operations.
• Exposure to established projects, new developments and modern underground equipment.
• Opportunities to work with experienced maintenance crews and develop your specialist skills.

Apply with your current resume or reach out to Courtney on 0418 808 648 or courtney@myndshift.com.au for a confidential discussion.

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