Heavy Diesel Mechanic (HD Fitter)

About the role

Gold Fields is looking for an experienced Heavy Diesel Mechanic to join its maintenance team at the St Ives Gold Mine, about 20 km southeast of Kambalda. You will inspect, service, maintain, diagnose and repair a modern fleet of heavy mobile mining equipment. The role is on an 8/6 7/7 roster, either residential or FIFO from Perth; residential staff get daily bus transport and possible relocation assistance.

Key responsibilities

• Carry out preventative and planned maintenance, inspections, servicing, fault diagnosis and repairs on Caterpillar, Komatsu and Liebherr heavy mobile equipment.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, hydraulic and electrical faults to minimise downtime and support production targets.
• Perform maintenance according to OEM specifications, site procedures and statutory requirements.
• Complete maintenance documentation such as work orders, parts requisitions and labour records using SAP and other maintenance systems.
• Order parts and materials needed for maintenance.
• Respond to breakdowns and help with major component replacements and scheduled shutdown work.
• Maintain a high standard of housekeeping and contribute to a positive safety culture.
• Assist in training and mentoring apprentices and trainees.

Required profile

• Certificate III in Mobile Plant Technology or equivalent Heavy Diesel trade qualification.
• Demonstrated experience maintaining Caterpillar, Komatsu and Liebherr heavy mobile mining equipment.
• Strong fault-finding and diagnostic skills across mechanical, hydraulic and electrical systems.
• Commitment to safety, teamwork and continuous improvement.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work in a team.

Required skills

• Current C Class driver's licence.
• Highly regarded: SAP or similar CMMS experience, Section 26 (S26) certificate or willingness to obtain it, diverse fleet experience, and high-risk work licences including Forklift, Dogging, EWP, Crane and Apply First Aid.

What we offer

• Permanent role with a competitive salary, site allowance and private health insurance allowance.
• Quarterly operations bonus, up to 10% annually.
• Modern camp, annual leave, pro rata long service leave after 5 years, parental leave and cultural leave.
• Perth Airport parking card and discounted parking for FIFO employees.
• Employee referral program of $10,000 per successful referral.