Mechanical Fitter - Fixed Plant Maintenance

About the role

Chandler Macleod is recruiting experienced Mechanical Fitters for fixed plant maintenance with Rio Tinto's Gladstone operations, primarily at Boyne Smelters Limited, with opportunities also at Yarwun. Short-term and longer-term assignments are available, and the roles are open to candidates living in Gladstone or the surrounding area. Rosters vary by position and may include lifestyle rosters covering days, nights and weekends, as well as Monday to Friday day shifts.

Key responsibilities

• Complete breakdown maintenance and fault finding on fixed plant
• Carry out preventative and planned maintenance activities
• Perform mechanical repairs and servicing of fixed plant and equipment
• Work on pumps, gearboxes, conveyors, valves, motors and associated fixed plant
• Support safe and reliable operation of fixed plant and contribute to reliable production outcomes
• Work safely within Rio Tinto procedures

Required profile

• Previous mining or heavy industry experience
• Commitment to work the rostered shifts
• Strong teamwork and communication skills
• Dedication to everyone's safety
• Current C Class manual driver's licence
• Relevant trade qualifications and certificates
• Ability to pass pre-employment medical and other testing

What we offer

• Competitive pay rate paid weekly
• Superannuation on all hours worked
• Employee Assistance Program
• Dedicated Chandler-Rio Tinto support team
• Simple digital onboarding and access to future Rio Tinto assignments