Heavy Duty Diesel Fitter

4 days ago


Perth, Western Australia Bis Industries Full time $100,000 - $120,000 per year

Heavy Diesel Fitter – Mobile Plant

Location: Karara, WA | Roster: 2/2 FIFO

Bis Industries is looking for skilled Heavy Diesel Fitters to join our team at Karara. This role is key to keeping a large fleet of mobile plant running safely and efficiently in one of WA's leading magnetite mining operations.

What's in it for you

  • Work-Life Balance: Family-friendly 2/2 roster (2 weeks on, 2 weeks off).
  • Excellent Pay: Choose permanent or casual rates to suit your lifestyle.
  • Camp Facilities: Well-equipped on-site camp with gym, pool, sports courts, walking trails, and social areas.
  • Upskilling: Opportunities to gain additional tickets and grow your trade skills.
  • Team Culture: Work in a crew that values collaboration, safety, and high standards.

About the Role

Reporting to the Workshop Supervisor, you'll perform preventative and breakdown maintenance on a wide range of heavy mobile equipment. Your work will span both workshop and field service, ensuring safe and reliable equipment availability.

You'll be responsible for:

  • Servicing, maintaining, and repairing mobile plant.
  • Diagnosing hydraulic, mechanical, and pneumatic faults.
  • Responding to breakdowns and urgent repairs.
  • Reading and interpreting schematics and technical drawings.
  • Supporting a preventative maintenance system.
  • Upholding Bis' Zero Harm safety culture in everything you do.

What You'll Need

  • Australian-recognised trade qualification – Certificate III in Heavy Vehicle Diesel Fitting or equivalent.
  • Minimum 12 months post-trade experience on CAT or Komatsu mobile plant.
  • Mandatory tickets:

  • Elevated Work Platform (EWP)

  • Confined Space
  • Working at Heights
  • White Card

  • Current manual C-Class driver's licence.

  • Full Australian work rights.
  • Previous mine site experience (mandatory).
  • Welding and auto-electrical skills (desirable).
  • Strong safety awareness and ability to work in remote conditions

Equipment You'll Work On

  • Loaders – Komatsu WA900 / CAT 992
  • Water Carts – CAT 740
  • Graders – CAT 14H
  • Dozers – CAT D6 / D9
  • Dump Trucks – CAT 777 / Komatsu 785
  • Skid Steers – CAT 259D
  • Light Vehicles – Hilux, Landcruiser, Prado

About the Site

Karara is 200 km southeast of Geraldton, WA, and is the largest mining operation and first major magnetite mine in the Mid-West region. The site is stable, well-resourced, and offers long-term career opportunities.

Ready to Join Us?

Click Apply Now to take the next step in your career with Bis. Submit your resume and answer the application questions about your experience, certifications, work rights, and availability.


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