Leading Hand Heavy Diesel Technician

4 weeks ago


Busselton, Australia Emeco Group Full time

Are you a Heavy Diesel Technician who's had exposure to leading hand duties and is ready for a step up? Or have you been working as a leading hand for the last few years and now you're ready for a new challenge? Well, this could be the opportunity you are looking for to join our Emeco crew

We have multiple opportunities at our site in the Goldfields, offering the below perks:

  • EARN UP TO $195K PER YEAR + SUPER (BASED ON EXPERIENCE)
  • 8:6 / 7:7 FIFO ROSTER FROM BUSSELTON
  • SMALL CREWS
  • 12% SUPER PAID ON ALL HOURS WORKED
  • ON-SITE ACCOMMODATION AND MEALS PROVIDED
  • FORTNIGHTLY PAY CYCLES
  • GYM ONSITE
  • WEEKLY TEAM BBQ'S
  • 190 HOURS ANNUAL LEAVE PAID AT YOUR FULL HOURLY RATE
  • $5K REFER A MATE PROGRAM $$$

What your day looks like:

  • Lead a team of 10 – 15 people on day and night shift
  • Ongoing maintenance and optimisation of Emeco's heavy earthmoving fleet
  • Providing support to the Emeco rental fleet as required
  • Working safely and adhering to relevant HSE policy and procedures to minimisethe risk of injury to yourself and others.
  • Ensuring all maintenance and optimisation targets are met on time and within budget.
  • Working with Emeco customers and stakeholders to meet larger organisational objectives.

What we'll need from you:

  • Must have full working rights within Australia
  • A strong commitment to safety and leadership
  • AMT exposure would be highly advantageous
  • Significant post-trade experience with heavy earthmoving equipment; namely Caterpillar, Komatsu, and Hitachi
  • Prior leadership experience working on a mine site leading a team of 10+ people
  • High level of understanding of maintenance and reliability principles
  • Strong analytical mindset and solution focused attitude
  • Hold a current Australian Driver's License
  • RecognisedNationalAustralian Trade Certificate as a Heavy Diesel Fitter
  • Licence to conduct high risk work with dogging, rigging, crane and work platform classifications (desirable)
The successful candidate will be required to undergo a pre-employment medical, including drug and alcohol screening, and provide a current National Police Check.

Quick, apply now

Shortlisting will begin immediately, hit 'Apply Now' or email a copy of your CV and any supporting documents to Mel Carpenter directly at recruitment@emecogroup.com

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