Diesel Fitter - Remote Copper Mine Site

About the role

A copper mining project, about 380 km east-north-east of Alice Springs in the Northern Territory, is recruiting experienced Diesel Fitters / Heavy Diesel Mechanics through CoreStaff. The site is remote and accessible via the Stuart and Plenty Highways. You will maintain and repair light vehicles, heavy vehicles and diesel generators onsite, working a 2 weeks on / 2 weeks off roster.

Key responsibilities

• Maintain, service and repair light vehicles and heavy vehicles.
• Service, troubleshoot and repair diesel generators.
• Carry out preventative maintenance and scheduled servicing to keep equipment reliable.
• Diagnose mechanical faults and carry out repairs across vehicles and equipment.
• Complete maintenance records, service reports and other documentation accurately.
• Follow site safety procedures and work independently or as part of a team in a remote, field-based or site environment.

Required profile

• Trade qualification as a Diesel Fitter or Heavy Diesel Mechanic.
• Demonstrated experience maintaining and repairing light and heavy vehicles.
• Experience servicing and troubleshooting diesel generators.
• Current driver's licence and ability to pass a pre-employment medical.
• Ability to work a 2 weeks on / 2 weeks off roster.

Required skills

• Strong preventative maintenance and mechanical fault-finding skills.
• Confidence working across multiple types of equipment in a remote or site-based environment.

What we offer

• Rate of $70 per hour, subject to experience.
• FIFO mobilisation options from Darwin or Alice Springs, with Brisbane also considered.
• Weekly pay.
• Access to a benefits platform with savings at over 60 major Australian retailers.