Mechanical Fitter – Coal Operation

About the role

Cement Australia is looking for an experienced Mechanical trade Fitter to join its Cornwall Coal operations in Fingal, Tasmania. Working as part of a team, you will safely carry out maintenance across the underground coal operation and, sometimes, at the Coal preparation plant in Fingal. The work covers preventive and routine maintenance, planned maintenance days and corrective action work.

Key responsibilities

• Follow all known site safety and environmental procedures and contribute to a positive safety culture
• Perform preventive and routine maintenance activities
• Fault find and diagnose problems, and respond to breakdowns in a timely manner
• Keep the area tidy during and after maintenance tasks
• Supervise apprentices, contractors and other trades as required
• Complete reports

Required profile

• Mechanical Fitter trade qualification or equivalent
• Experience in maintenance roles in heavy industry or mining, including with hydraulics
• Strong focus on safety and compliance
• Resilient self-starter who can work well in a team and manage a small team
• Ability to work overtime for maintenance days, breakdowns, major maintenance and training

Required skills

• Hydraulics
• Welding and cutting experience is well regarded

What we offer

• Discounts on concrete and quarry products
• Discounted health insurance (Medibank) and access to an employee assistance program

Direct applications only; references, a pre-employment medical and background check are part of the process. Australian residents with valid working rights are welcome.