Costerfield Operations, owned and operated by Alkane Resources Ltd, is situated in Central Victoria, east of Bendigo and surrounded by numerous towns within a 50km radius, offering a variety of residential options.
Our current operation runs an underground mine and processing plant that is responsible for producing gold and antimony. The mine's workforce currently consists of over 250 permanent employees who hold various roles in professional, technical, mining, processing, and trades.
We are focused on safe and efficient work practices and providing our people with authentic and rewarding career opportunities where innovation and agility are celebrated. We have established a culture that prioritises our people and fosters strong community connections.
Please note: Costerfield Operations is a residential mine and relocation to the local area is essential for this role.
About the Role
We’re looking for fitters that value safety, integrity, responsibility, excellent performance, innovation, value creation, and agility, to join our team!
No Mining experience required! Key responsibilities include:
- Maintaining and repairing heavy mobile equipment
- Attending breakdowns and troubleshooting faults
- Overhauling and rebuilding machinery
- Working collaboratively within a skilled maintenance team
About You
This is a outstanding opportunity for someone with experience in heavy vehicle or machinery looking to step into mining, including backgrounds such as:
- Road transport (trucks)
- Civil or construction equipment
- Any heavy mobile plant
- Relevant Australian Trade Certificate
- Experience working on heavy machinery or vehicles
- Strong commitment to safety
- Reliable, team focused, and willing to learn
- Able to read and interpret schematics
- Experience with hydraulics and/or auto electrical (highly regarded)
- Ability to problem solve and work independently
Benefits on offer
- Residential role - be home with your family every day
- Relocation assistance available
- Onsite physiotherapy
- Life and salary continuance insurance
- Novated leasing options for vehicles
- Employee rewards program
- Employee assistance program
- Free ambulance cover
- Annual health and wellbeing allowance
Process
Early applications are encouraged as shortlisting will commence immediately.
Successful candidates must pass a pre‑employment medical and mandatory drug and alcohol testing. We are a 100% smoke‑free workplace with zero tolerance for drugs and alcohol.
We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome all applicants.