FIFO Mechanic

A History Of The Future
Striving to set new standards, Contract Resources started in New Zealand in 1989 as a group of problem solvers.

We challenged ourselves to tackle the jobs that no-one else would and worked together to resolve and achieve the outcomes our clients needed. Proudly doing the harder yards smarter for our longstanding and emerging clients, we're committed to delivering sustainable transitional solutions in a balanced cost-effective way.

As specialists in challenging industrial environments, safety is at the core of our business, and is driven by our culture. With offices strategically located in Australia, New Zealand, and the Middle East, we are well-positioned to take on projects for clients around the world.

On-site, we're recognised for our red overalls and our commitment to the job and each other. We work shoulder-to-shoulder with one focus: Doing it better together to sustain a more productive future for all.

We are currently looking for a FIFO Mechanic to join us on an on-going basis on Barrow Island working a 2:2 (Flying out of Perth).

The purpose of this position is to apply the skills, competence and experience of a qualified Heavy Road Transport Mechanic to a range of tasks as allocated by Contract Resources or Client Supervision.

Tasks include but are not limited to the identification of defective or worn mechanical components or equipment, repair/replacement of worn/faulty components or equipment, and modifications of all Heavy Road Transport Equipment both safely and to a high standard.

Essential Qualifications

• Australian recognised trade certification - Cert III Heavy Road Transport or equivalent
• Minimum C Class Manual Drivers Licence
• Forklift Ticket - desirable
• Elevated Work Platform - desirable
• Working at Heights - desirable
• HR Drivers Licence - desirable

Critical behaviours

• Ability to work autonomously
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Effective communication
• Good time management
• Good problem-solving skills
• Strong understanding of company and client policy and procedures
• Good safety ethos

Knowledge, Experience & Skills

• Minimum 36 months post trade experience in Heavy Road Transport equipment maintenance
• Prior experience with industrial equipment desirable
• Thorough understanding of most brands of Heavy Road Transport equipment
• Knowledge of vacuum equipment or pumps desirable

Work Productivity

• Work productively to meet production schedules/delivery times
• Attend prestart meetings and/or other meetings as directed by the client/site
• Plan your work to make sure you have all you need at start of assignment
• Complete tasks safely and in a timely manner/within time allocated
• Complete time sheets ensuring job number and expenses and consumables are accurate
• Complete all necessary job documentation

Quality

• Take pride in your work and complete your work
• Perform all jobs as per safe operational procedures
• Ensure high quality of work is achieved and maintained
• Ensure all repairs are completed to the OEM standard or higher

Equipment

• Take responsibility for the plant and equipment you are using
• Take care of the equipment you are using
• Report any equipment problems immediately to a supervisor
• Tag out any equipment identified as unsafe to use

Safety

• Adhering to the safety management system by ensuring company compliance throughout all work activities.
• Work area is kept clean and tidy at all times
• Complete safe checks (or equivalent) and workshop inspections as specified by site/location
• Follow safe work procedures (SWP)at all times
• Report hazards, near misses and incidents immediately to your supervisor/manager
• Complete all relevant safety documentation as directed by Contract Resources/client

Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging
Contract Resources is an Equal Opportunity Employer and furthermore committed to developing a diverse, equitable, psychosocially safe, and inclusive workplace that in turn offers a strong sense of belonging.

By supporting and facilitating these essential concepts we can embrace peoples' differences and the benefits they bring to our diverse team.