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About The Role

Get paid Mine site rates whilst working in our off-site rebuild facility!

Thiess is looking for Heavy Diesel Fitters to fill positions at our off-site rebuild facility at Mt Thorley.

This role will suit someone looking for a role that is predominately a dayshift Monday to Friday position where they will not be required to travel to or work on a mine site.

Roster: ******* (4 weeks DS/ 2 weeks NS)

Alternatively, it will also suit someone looking to get a start as a Heavy Vehicle Mechanic in the mining industry as Thiess can provide a pathway into a site-based role for candidates looking to upskill.

In this role, you will:

Assist with machine overhauls and component change outCarry out general repairs and servicingCarry out the necessary work to ensure equipment is mine-site and MDG15 compliant

About You

All experience levels are encouraged to apply, however, this position will ideally suit someone who has experience maintaining the following machinery:

Caterpillar off-highway trucksCaterpillar tracked and ancillary equipmentKomatsu tracked equipmentOn-highway rigid trucks i.e. Volvo, Hino etc

You will have:

Relevant Trade Certificate - Diesel Fitter, Heavy Vehicle Mechanic,



Mobile Plant Mechanic or similarClass 'C' Drivers licencePost-trade experience working in the mining and heavy earth moving industryAttention to detailExperience in general maintenance, diagnosis, component changed outs and servicing of heavy earth moving equipmentSelf motivation and a solid work ethic

What Thiess Can Do For You

Permanent full-time positions - workshop basedCompetitive ratesOvertime available with overtime rates paid5 weeks annual leaveParticipation in the Black Coal Long Service Leave SchemeThiess' commitment to training & developmentSalary sacrifice options – novated leasing Range of corporate discounts including health insurance (Medibank), travel & retail products.

About Us

At Thiess, we partner with our clients to deliver excellence in open cut and underground mining in Australia, Asia and the Americas. For more than 85 years, we have operated in diverse commodities, geologies, environments and cultures. Our team uses global insight to optimise solutions and create value for each project, positioning them for optimal efficiency, productivity and cost performance, backed by how we meet our commitments. Thiess is committed to being at the forefront of sustainable mining, leveraging the power of our people and technology to support clients in their journey to more sustainable enterprises.

We recognise the value of an inclusive and diverse workplace through our vision of everyone matters always. We're focused on creating an inclusive environment to allow our people to bring their best self to work because they feel safe, included and empowered.

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📌 Heavy Diesel Fitter - Workshop (Newcastle)
🏢 Thiess
📍 Newcastle