About the Role
The role involves diagnosing, servicing, and repairing heavy-duty mobile equipment used in underground mining operations, with a focus on preventive maintenance, safety compliance, and minimizing downtime through efficient troubleshooting and repairs.
Responsibilities
- Inspect and maintain underground mining machinery
- Diagnose mechanical and hydraulic system faults
- Perform routine servicing on heavy-duty equipment
- Repair diesel engines and powertrain components
- Troubleshoot electrical systems and controls
- Replace worn or damaged parts
- Ensure compliance with safety regulations
- Follow maintenance schedules and logs
- Work in confined underground environments
- Use specialized tools and diagnostic equipment
- Collaborate with operations teams
- Adhere to lockout/tagout procedures
- Maintain cleanliness of work areas
- Respond to equipment breakdowns promptly
- Support commissioning of new machinery
Nice to Have
- Certification in mining equipment systems
- Experience with specific OEM machinery
- Training in underground safety standards
- First aid and emergency response training
- Experience with computerized maintenance systems
Compensation
Competitive hourly wage with fly-in fly-out benefits
Work Arrangement
Fly-in fly-out schedule
Team
Collaborative underground mining environment
Work Location
Remote underground mine site accessible via fly-in fly-out arrangement
Roster Schedule
Typical fly-in fly-out rotation with scheduled days on and off site
Safety Requirements
- Mandatory safety inductions and ongoing training
- Compliance with site-specific safety policies
Tools and Equipment
- Mechanics must provide basic hand tools
- Specialized diagnostic equipment provided on site
Physical Demands
- Frequent bending, lifting, and working in tight spaces
- Ability to work in hot, noisy, and dusty conditions
Available for qualified candidates
