Mechanical Fitter - Sunrise Dam Gold Mine

About the role

AngloGold Ashanti Australia is looking for a Mechanical Fitter to join the Maintenance team at the Sunrise Dam Gold Mine, reporting to the Supervisor – Mechanical Maintenance. The role works on an 8/6 FIFO roster, with direct flights provided to site from Perth and Kalgoorlie.

Key responsibilities

• Carry out maintenance tasks in the mill area as directed by the Maintenance Supervisors.
• Maintain crushers, conveyor systems, pumps, pipework, ball mills, concentrators, vibrating screens and feeders, cranes and hoists, cyclones, and associated tanks, launders and steelwork, including fitting, machining, preventative maintenance, inspections and fabrication.
• Perform mechanical maintenance across other site areas such as the Accommodation Village, Mine and Bore Fields.
• Work night shifts on a rostered basis to respond to equipment breakdowns.
• Assist with the coordination and execution of shutdown activities.

Required profile

• Current trade qualification as a Fitter and Machinist or Welder, with proven fitting experience.
• Experience maintaining mineral processing or heavy industrial plants, preferably in gold mining.
• Ability to work in noisy, dusty environments, at height, in confined spaces and in extreme temperatures, water and slurry.
• Ability to work as part of a multi-skilled workforce.
• Current WA Class C driver's licence and existing, ongoing permanent working rights in Australia.
• Ability to obtain a National Police Clearance.

Required skills

• Fitting and machining
• Preventative maintenance and inspections
• Strong computer literacy

What we offer

• Competitive, regularly reviewed salary package and FIFO allowance
• Private health insurance for you and your family (fully paid)
• Annual bonus and flexible working policy
• Training and development opportunities, and further study assistance
• Parental leave, volunteering leave and salary sacrifice and novated lease options