Weekday Fixed Plant Fitter

Weekday Fixed Plant Fitter – Parkhurst Site and Kunwarara Mine
The Opportunity
At QMAG, we are advancing the world through premium-quality magnesia products. From one of the world's largest deposits of cryptocrystalline magnesite located in coastal Queensland, Australia, we mine, process, and deliver to global and domestic customers with a strong focus on sustainability. QMAG is committed to operational sustainability – from responsible raw magnesite mining to, leading technology processing through to continual environmental rehabilitation. We believe our approach delivers lasting benefits to our Shareholders and customers, but importantly, to the communities where we operate.
QMAG offers a career in the resources industry while allowing, a home every night family focus while living in a coastal climate.
As QMAG Pty Limited is a fully owned subsidiary of the Refratechnik Group ( a global network of companies and is the only family-owned refractory company operating worldwide, we attach great importance to a valued-oriented corporate culture that frames what we do, but more importantly how we do it.
The Mechanical Fitter is responsible for the mechanical maintenance of all fixed plant located at Kunwarara operations and Parkhurst processing plant. This includes ensuring all maintenance activities are performed for a safe and reliable operation. Positions available at both Kunwarara mine/wash plant and Parkhurst Processing plant.
The Opportunity
About You
Your knowledge, quality and safety are vital to your success in this role. Your experience will also include:
Ongoing commitment to workplace safety
Strong teamwork and ability to work autonomously.
Highly motivated and ability to be versatile.
Strong decision making and problem-solving skills.
Punctual and reliable
About The Role
As the Mechanical Fitter, you will:
Operate in accordance with QMAG's Core Values at all times.
Install new and maintain current equipment to ensure reliable operation.
Provide feedback to supervisors and planners to assist in work scheduling.
Participation in a one in eight week on call roster (Parkhurst processing only)
Develop work plans to effectively complete assigned jobs including tools, equipment, and spare parts.
Perform routine mechanical maintenance activities, breakdown work and problem analysis to meet both daily and long-term safety and production needs.
Identify, initiate, and implement plant improvement opportunities.
Undertake minor project work to improve plant performance and safety.
Review work procedures and PM's and provide feedback to ensure the maintenance system remains current.
Utilise the computer-based maintenance system SAP to record work history and parts usage.
Promote and assist in the development of all work group personnel in safety, technical and procedural issues.
About The Requirements
We are looking for people with the following:
Manual Licence
Highly Desirable
Experience with hydraulic and pneumatic control systems and compressors.
Experience in maintenance of bulk materials handling equipment including Belt Conveyors, Cone and Jaw Crushers, Slurry Pumps and Vibrating Springs.
EWP – Elevated Work Platform
Working at Heights
Confined Space – Entry and Responsible
Our Benefits and Culture
You can look forward to working within an inclusive corporate culture that puts people first and always ensures our employees' health and safety. How we do this:
Access to corporate discounts on a range of banking and health insurance benefits such as staff retail banking discounts, savings accounts, credit cards, home loans, refinancing options, and access to a range financial wellbeing content
Novated lease program
Career development opportunities including training, career coaching and mentoring programs. We offer study assistance and paid study leave.
Mental health and wellbeing support: Employee assistance programs, training programs on mental health, meditation, and other wellbeing services
Access to Subscriptions, Corporate and Personal Memberships
Discounted Gym Memberships at Goodlife Health Club
Professional Development Program to build on your skills and qualifications
Compressed hours work roster for (4 On, 4 Off, 4 On, 2 Off)
Work locally with a Monday to Friday schedule, home every night and free on weekends.
We pride ourselves on having a supportive and collaborative crew that works well together.
Small, tight-knit team where everyone gets along and supports each other.
Remuneration
Attractive in town rate:
26 weeks Primary Parental Leave, 4 weeks Secondary Parental Leave
4 weeks Annual Leave per year
10 days personal leave
$49->$51/hr Base Rate – Level based on skills, qualifications & industry experience
+ 17.5% Leave loading on Annual Leave
+ 12% Superannuation on hourly rate
+ On Call allowance
+ Travel Allowance (for Kunwarara workers)
Overtime available periodically as operationally required (shutdowns & breakdowns)
Total annual salary ~$125K -> $135k + Superannuation
Our Commitment to Diversity
QMAG is proud of its diverse employees with a unique mix of skills and talent. We believe diversity and inclusion enhance our workforce capability and culture. We embrace differences in gender, age, ethnicity, race, cultural background, disability, religion, and sexual orientation.
We are proudly a WORK180 Endorsed Employer for all women.
QMAG is an equal-opportunity employer. We highly encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to apply.
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