Silverstone is seeking a fixed plant experienced Mechanical Fitter to join the team at a well-established gold operation in the gold fields. This is a hands-on role focused on preventative, corrective and breakdown maintenance across surface, processing and fixed plant equipment. You'll play a key role in maintaining plant reliability, supporting shutdowns, and contributing to a solid safety and team culture.
About the Role
Carrying out routine and breakdown maintenance on fixed plant assets and associated infrastructure
Preventative maintenance across gold processing and paste plants, crushers, mills, cranes, TSF, non-process infrastructure, village and workshop
Assisting with preparation and execution of major plant shutdowns
Completing JSAs/SWPs prior to task execution
Working closely with Production to maximise plant availability and performance
Identifying and reporting opportunities for plant and reliability improvements
Maintaining high standards of housekeeping and equipment readiness
To be successful in this role, you will have:
Trade Qualification - Cert III Engineering Mechanical (Fitting/Machining) - Australian recognised
Minimum 2+ years post-trade experience in mining ideally within a processing plant workplace
High Risk Work Licences (Forklift, Crane, Dogging, Rigging)
Working at Heights and Confined Space (highly regarded)
Basic/Intermediate Scaffolding ticket (desirable)
Current unencumbered C Class WA Driver's Licence
Senior First Aid Certificate
Experience using maintenance systems such as Pronto or SAP
Competency with Microsoft Office
Robust problem-solving and fault-finding skills
The ability to work independently and prioritise workloads
A strong commitment to safety and teamwork
What's on Offer
FIFO role to a stable & growing WA gold operation
8:6 roster supporting work/life balance
$80/hr + Super - temp to perm opportunity after 3 months
Apply now or contact Silverstone for a confidential discussion about this prospect.