Mobile Crushing Fitters/Mobile Crushing Operators

MESA

Mining Engineering Services Australia (MESA) is a multi-disciplinary service provider who's capability is the ideal solution for primary producers who are looking to focus their internal resources on the key drivers of their business and delegate the resultant engineering, operation and maintenance requirements to a sophisticated integrated partner to deliver as specified and with complete transparency.

MESA operates according to the companies principal operating philosophy 'PRAGMATIC PROCESS & ENGINEERING SOLUTIONS' and functions as a native add-on of operational capability to our principal miners organizational structure which places 'our capability in their hands'.

About the Project

MESA has been awarded the contract to operate and maintain a mobile crushing plant and associated equipment for an exciting new long-term project in the Northern Territory. With mobilisation points primarily from Darwin, Katherine, Tennant Creek, Alice Springs, and Cairns, this project promises to deliver sustained opportunities and benefits to the region for years to come.

Brand new camp facilities are conveniently located in town, just a 10-minute commute from site. These camps offer WIFI and reliable network coverage, allowing team members to stay connected while also enjoying the flexibility to engage with the local community during downtime.

The site operates on a 2 weeks on / 2 weeks off roster with 12-hour day and night shifts. Both FIFO and DIDO options are available, with appropriate remuneration provided for drive-in, drive-out arrangements.

At MESA, safety is a top priority. We actively promote a culture of safety and performance through an incentive program that rewards employees with additional pay for meeting key production and safety KPIs.

We are currently seeking candidates for permanent roles on this project, with immediate starts available.

The Job

MESA is currently seeking qualified and experienced Mobile Crusher Fitters to support operations at our new long-term project. This role involves both the operation and maintenance of mobile crushing plant, as well as the operation of heavy mobile equipment (HME) for product handling and general site maintenance activities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform regular production duties, including operation of crushing and support equipment
• Carry out routine preventative maintenance, along with unscheduled repairs as required
• Collaborate closely with the project management and operations teams to meet production, maintenance, and safety targets
• Ensure reliable plant performance and consistent feedstock supply to the mill
• Contribute to maximum equipment uptime and operational efficiency in a safety-first environment

Skills & Qualifications

MESA is seeking candidates with the following skills and qualifications being highly preferential:

• Demonstrated experience in maintaining and repairing mobile crushing plant and HME - Required.
• Formal qualifications and demonstrated experience operating wheel loaders & excavators - Preferable.
• Australian recognized mechanical, electrical or instrumentation trade certificate - Required.
• Experience operating mobile crushing equipment and HME in a production environment. – Preferable.
• Current HR Drivers license - Preferable.
• Vehicle loading crane operation ticket (HIAB etc.) - Preferable.
• Dogging Ticket - Preferable.
• Telehandler Ticket - Preferable.
• Forklift Ticket - Preferable.
• Full Australian Working Rights - Required.
• Able to provide a clean Police Clearance for site access - Required.
• Able to pass comprehensive medical, drug screen & fitness for work tests - Required.

Remuneration

MESA offers a highly competitive base salary that exceeds industry benchmarks. Combined with our production and safety incentive scheme and a proprietary enterprise agreement, this remuneration package delivers exceptional value to employees and rewards both performance and commitment.