Diesel Fitter

1 week ago

Mount Thorley, Australia Thiess Full time
Make your mark with Thiess

With a global business, we offer diverse and rewarding careers. We are committed to Thiess being a company and a culture where great people can excel and where they are developed and supported to reach their highest potential. Join our team today.

About the role

Get paid Mine site rates whilst working in our off-site rebuild facility

Thiess is looking for Diesel Fitters to fill positions at our off-site rebuild facility at Mt Thorley. This role will suit someone looking for a role that is predominantly a dayshift Monday to Friday position where they will not be required to travel to or work on a mine site. Alternatively, it will also suit someone looking to get a start as a Heavy Vehicle Mechanic in the mining industry as Thiess can provide a pathway into a site-based role for candidates looking to upskill. In this role, you will:

  • Assist with machine overhauls and component change out
  • Carry out general repairs and servicing
  • Carry out the necessary work to ensure equipment is mine-site and MDG15 compliant
About You

All experience levels are encouraged to apply, however, this position will ideally suit someone who has experience maintaining the following machinery:

  • Caterpillar off-highway trucks
  • Caterpillar tracked and ancillary equipment
  • Komatsu tracked equipment
  • On-highway rigid trucks i.e. Volvo, Hino etc

You will have:

  • Relevant Trade Certificate - Diesel Fitter, Heavy Vehicle Mechanic, Plant Mechanic or similar
  • Class Drivers licence
  • Post-trade experience working in the mining and heavy earth moving industry
  • Attention to detail
  • Experience in general maintenance, diagnosis, component changed outs and servicing of heavy earth moving equipment
  • Self motivation and a strong work ethic
What Thiess Can Do for You
  • Permanent full-time positions - workshop based
  • Competitive rates
  • Overtime available with overtime rates paid
  • 5 weeks annual leave
  • Participation in the Black Coal Long Service Leave Scheme
  • Thiess' commitment to training & development
  • Salary sacrifice options – novated leasing
  • Range of corporate discounts including health insurance (Medibank), travel & retail products.
About Us

At Thiess, we partner with our clients to deliver excellence in open cut and underground mining in Australia, Asia and the Americas. For more than 85 years, we have operated in diverse commodities, geologies, environments and cultures. Our team uses global insight to optimise solutions and create value for each project, positioning them for optimal efficiency, productivity and cost performance, backed by how we meet our commitments. Thiess is committed to being at the forefront of sustainable mining, leveraging the power of our people and technology to support clients in their journey to more sustainable enterprises.

We recognise the value of an inclusive and diverse workplace through our vision of everyone matters always. We're focused on creating an inclusive environment to allow our people to bring their best self to work because they feel safe, included and empowered.

Visit our website to learn more.

How to Apply

This role is an opportunity to take the next step in your career. With our culture of recognition, development, and a stimulating and satisfying work environment, there is no better time to join Thiess.

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