Mechanical Fitter

We have an opportunity for an experienced Mechanical trade Fitter or Heavy vehicle plant Mechanic to join our Cornwall Coal operations, based in Fingal, TAS. Working as part of a team, you will safely perform maintenance activities across our underground coal operation at Cornwall and some work may be at our Coal preparation plant in Fingal. This includes preventive and routine maintenance, planned maintenance days and corrective action work as it arises.

**About the role**:
Reporting to the Mechanical Coordinator, as a Mechanical Fitter you will:

- Work within all known site safety and environmental procedures, contributing to a positive safety culture.
- Perform preventive and routine maintenance activities.
- Fault find & diagnose problems.
- Respond to breakdowns in a timely manner.
- Ensure appropriate housekeeping during and on completion of maintenance tasks.
- Supervise small work groups (contractors) as required.
- Complete reports

**About you**:

- Mechanical Fitter trade qualification or equivalent
- Experience working in maintenance roles in heavy industry or mining, including experience with hydraulics
- A strong focus on safety and compliance
- Good problem solving skills
- A resilient self-starter with the ability to work well in a team environment
- Ability to manage execution of projects and supervise a small team
- Welding and cutting experience would be well regarded
- Ability to work overtime as required e.g. for major maintenance works
- Take pride in your work

**Why work for Cement Australia?**
- Opportunity to learn new skills
- Variety in your work - no two days the same
- Small team environment focused on safety.
- Full training provided.
- Some tools provided.

**About us**:
An icon of the Australian cement industry, Cement Australia is the nation’s leading supplier of cementitious products and services. Whilst cement is in the name, the business portfolio is diverse, comprising a series of heavy industrial manufacturing operations, coal and limestone mines, bulk distribution transport fleet, rail and shipping interactions and hazardous waste treatment and alternative fuel production (Geocycle).

As an organisation, we offer our employees work-life balance, a close-knit and collaborative team whilst providing you with the tools and opportunity to make your mark. Our vision is to create a safe, healthy, productive and sustainable business and we are looking for like-minded professionals who align with our company values.

**Additional Information**:
As part of the recruitment process you will be required to complete a pre-employment medical and a background check. Cement Australia is an Equal Opportunity employer and open to residents of Australia with valid working rights.

Cement Australia requests all new employees be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, or have an approved medical exemption. As part of the recruitment process, you will be asked to provide evidence of your status.

**Build your dream career and lifestyle with Australia’s largest and most respected cement manufacturer and innovator.