Field Service Drill Fitter - East Coast

About the role

DDH1 Drilling, an ASX-listed mineral drilling contractor with over 70 surface and underground diamond drilling rigs across Australia, is looking for experienced Field Service Drill Fitters to join its maintenance team. Reporting to the Maintenance Coordinator, you will provide frontline maintenance support to the fleet of rigs operating on remote mining and exploration projects, handling breakdowns, fault finding, preventative maintenance, major component replacements and technical support. The role is based in the East Coast region.

Key responsibilities

• Perform field service breakdown repairs and fault diagnosis on drilling equipment
• Carry out scheduled and preventative maintenance
• Diagnose and repair hydraulic, mechanical, pneumatic and electrical systems
• Carry out major component change-outs and repairs
• Interpret hydraulic and electrical schematics
• Complete detailed maintenance reports and service documentation
• Maintain field service vehicles, tooling and critical spare parts
• Travel to remote mine sites and exploration projects as required

Required profile

• Australian recognised Heavy Diesel Trade Qualification
• Full Australian working rights
• Experience working on drilling equipment, mobile plant or mining equipment
• Ability to work independently in remote environments
• Dual trade, previous diamond drilling or rig maintenance experience, CAT ET/OEM diagnostic software and CANBUS experience, HR licence, forklift/EWP or high-risk work licence, welding and fabrication experience, and remote field service experience are highly regarded

Required skills

• Strong hydraulic and mechanical troubleshooting and diagnostic skills
• Ability to interpret hydraulic and electrical schematics
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills

What we offer

• Flexible FIFO rosters
• Competitive remuneration package, daily retention bonus and bush allowance
• Permanent full-time employment with 5 weeks annual leave
• Flights, accommodation and meals provided
• Ongoing training and career development