Leading Hand Heavy Diesel Fitter

Join a well-known underground mining contractor as a Leading Hand HD Fitter on a long-term project in Central NSW. flights and accommodation provided.

• Up to $90.00ph + super with a pathway to a permanent position
• 2:2 roster - seven days, seven nights and 14 days off
• Accommodation, meals and site transport provided

The Opportunity

This is a standout opportunity to join a well-known underground mining contractor on a major long-term project, with excellent earning potential and genuine career progression on offer.

• Up to $90.00ph + super during the initial 26-week contract through Marble
• Genuine pathway into a permanent role with the contractor after 26 weeks
• 2:2 roster consisting of seven days, seven nights and 14 days off
• Accommodation, meals and daily transport between camp and site provided
• Long-term project with OEM training and future leadership or technical progression available

The Role

Working within a small underground maintenance team, you'll spend approximately 80% of your time on the tools and 20% carrying out Leading Hand responsibilities. Your duties will include:

• Completing servicing, planned maintenance, diagnostics, breakdown repairs and general repairs
• Providing hands-on maintenance support across both the underground workshop and field
• Leading and mentoring a team of HD Fitters and Auto Electricians across daily maintenance activities
• Coordinating workloads, planned maintenance and breakdown priorities to improve equipment availability
• Supporting safety, quality, training and continuous improvement across the maintenance team

The Equipment

You'll work across a varied underground fleet, including:

• Sandvik drills, boggers and underground trucks
• Normet ground-support equipment
• Volvo integrated tool carriers
• Supporting underground light vehicles and ancillary equipment as required

Your Skills and Experience

You'll be an experienced underground HD Fitter who is comfortable remaining hands-on while supporting and leading a small team. You'll also have:

• Australian-recognised Heavy Diesel or Mobile Plant trade qualifications
• Previous leadership, supervisory or Leading Hand experience
• Underground hard-rock mining experience
• Strong fault-finding skills and the ability to work autonomously underground
• A current driver's licence and a safety-focused, reliable approach to work
• Experience maintaining Sandvik underground equipment, particularly drills, will be highly regarded.

The Roster and Camp

Enjoy an even-time roster with comfortable accommodation and everything provided while you're away for work.

• 2:2 roster consisting of seven days, seven nights and 14 days off
• 12-hour shifts, running approximately 5:30am to 5:30pm
• Private hotel-style room with an ensuite and access to local gym facilities
• Buffet-style breakfast and dinner provided, along with crib for each shift
• Daily shuttle bus to and from site, with travel taking approximately 25 minutes

Don't miss out on this attractive opportunity to secure a long-term role at a highly regarded mining operation in central NSW. Apply now for more information or call Matt Grainger on 0448 551 252 for a confidential chat and a detailed position pack on the role.

In the past 5 years we have been extremely humbled to have placed over 14,000 people into meaningful employment. This equates to 21 lives enhanced every day!

Matt Grainger | mgrainger@marble.com.au | 02 8116 2200

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