Mechanical Fitter

I require a mechanical fitter for a long-term role based in the Pilbara, 8:6 roster paying $75ph + super/pens

Your new company

My client requires an experienced Mechanical Fitter. You will be responsible for on-site maintenance, repairs and installation of lubricant storage transfer and dispensing equipment, as commonly used on fixed and mobile assets within a mining environment. The role will be suited to someone who has experience working on fixed and mobile equipment. A minimum of 1-2 years of experience as a Mechanical Fitter is required for this position and experience within the mining industry is preferred for this role.
Your new role

In your role, your main responsibilities will include:

• Maintain lubrication and grease systems to include rebuild and/or repair of lubrication pumps
• Monitor operational plant performance to improve the reliability and life expectancy of plant equipment by utilising lubrication best practices.
• Perform planned and breakdown maintenance tasks on all fixed and mobile mining machinery
• Fault-finding and repairing mechanical plant and equipment
• Ensure all work is performed to trade standards and meets high standards
• Complete necessary documentation, risk assessments, and work orders
• Carry out first response breakdown maintenance tasks
• Intrastate Travel as required
• Understand and operate a range of test equipment for routine and non-routine lubrication functions
• Utilising the test equipment, complete planned lubrication activities
• Collect lubrication samples, dispatch them for analysis and, from the results, participate in any subsequent actions
• Participate in lubrication change outs
• Maintenance of dispensing equipment and automatic systems
• Participate in the changing of breathers and filters
• Participate in maintaining good records of recommendations and equipment procurement

What you'll need to succeed

• Mechanical/Maintenance Fitter Trade Certificate or similar
• Australian citizenship is essential for this position, with non-citizens not considered
• Ambitious attitude, career aspirations, ability to work autonomously with high levels of self-drive and motivation
• Ability to liaise with customers on-site in a professional and personable manner and with high levels of customer service and care.
• Confined spaces, forklift and working at heights
• Driver Licence (Manual Class)
• Honest and flexible attitude to tasks and required hours
• Hands-on approach to work, ability to 'get hands dirty'
• Hydraulics service/ repair (highly desired)
• Have a strong safety and risk management focus

What you'll get in return

• Inclusive work culture
• Flexible working hours
• Up to $75ph + super/penalties
• Fully maintained Service vehicle that will be positioned at the mine site(s)
• Mobile phone
• Laptop
• Corporate Credit Card
• Hand & Power Tools provided

What you need to do now


My client is looking to hire immediately, so please contact me on 0892544503 or on alan.hardy@hays.com.au



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