Apprentice Heavy Duty Plant Mechanic

4 days ago

Mandurah, Western Australia Newmont Australia Full time $60,000 - $100,000 per year

At Newmont, people create the value in the metals we mine and are ambassadors in the communities where they live and work. As a team, we foster an environment in support of our people vision, where everyone belongs, thrives and is valued. We have built a diverse and inclusive workplace where our people can bring their differences to support delivering results together.

Boddington is one of the largest gold producers in Australia. You will join a diverse team and have the opportunity to advance your career with an innovative company dedicated to safety, environmental management, inclusion and diversity.

Join us and unearth your potential in a global company that is at the forefront of shaping the future of the mining industry.

We are looking for motivated and reliable individuals who are eager to complete a 4-year Apprenticeship and commence a rewarding career as a Heavy Duty Plant Mechanic.

What you will be doing

You will be ensured the highest standard of learning to complete your four year apprenticeship program and will gain comprehensive on-the-job experience and classroom training required to successfully and confidently complete your nationally recognised trade qualification.

Working with a team of skilled trades personnel, you will be trained in all activities involved with the maintenance troubleshooting and servicing of mechanical systems and components on the Heavy Mobile Equipment fleet which includes the following:

  • 793F Autonomous Trucks
  • D11 Track Dozers
  • 854 Wheel Dozers
  • 994 & 995 Wheel Loaders
  • 16H, 24H & 24M Graders
  • Caterpillar 7495 Rope Shovels
  • Caterpillar 6090 and 6040 Hydraulic Excavators

The program will commence in February 2026 on a 5:2:4:3, 7:7 or 8:6 roster.

Who you are

  • Have a C class drivers licence (provisional licences are accepted).
  • Ideally you will have completed a Mechanical pre apprenticeship.
  • Have an interest in mechanics, engines and heavy equipment.
  • Be enthusiastic, motivated, and a willingness to learn.

To be considered for a role you must submit a resume and complete all pre-screening questions in your application.

Applications will close on Sunday, 28 September 2025 with preliminary screening commencing immediately.

Our business success comes from the accomplishments and well-being of our employees and contractors. Our goal is to build a workplace culture that allows every person to thrive, participate, grow, and proudly play an active role in achieving our strategy.

Newmont is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to recruiting, hiring, placing and promoting the best individual for each position without regard to personal characteristics such as gender, race, nationality, ethnicity, social and indigenous origin, religion or belief, disability, age, sexual orientation, etc.

We invite women and applicants with diverse backgrounds to apply, particularly First Nations persons of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island descent. Newmont acknowledges First Nations People and respects their enduring connection to Country from which their culture, spirituality, and identity flow.

More About Newmont

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