Tier 1 mining contractor's busiest period ever - workshop Light Vehicle Mechanic, 6-month contract, pathway to permanent employment, Eagle Farm.
Join a Tier 1 UG mining contractor during their busiest period ever
Pathway into the mining industry for candidates with the right experience
Initial 6-month contract with progression onto the client's books
The company
This well-known, Tier 1 UG mining contractor has been operating in Australia for over a decade and boasts a broad portfolio of development, ground support and production contracts on a national basis.
They're currently in the busiest period in the company's history, with strong, consistent work flowing in across multiple national sites - meaning genuine job security and real opportunity for the right person to grow with the business.
The role
As a workshop Light Vehicle Mechanic, you'll be responsible for the maintenance, repair and rebuilding of a fleet including Toyota Land Cruisers, light trucks, generator sets, and lighting towers, before they're prepared and dispatched to active mine sites.
This is a genuinely outstanding way to build mining industry exposure from a stable, city-based workshop, with a clear opportunity to upskill onto heavier UG mobile plant over time.
Work with a close-knit team of experienced tradespeople
Work on a wide range of projects and machines across the business's national contract portfolio
Major component change-outs, rebuilds and maintenance projects, preparing machines to go out to site




Genuine pathway to progress onto heavy UG mining equipment as you build experience
Your value
You'll be a trade qualified Automotive Mechanic with experience working on light vehicles in a workshop environment.
Toyota experience is desirable; if you don't have direct Toyota experience, 4WD experience is highly advantageous.
Prior mining experience is also highly regarded, though not essential.
You'll also bring:
Strong knowledge of mechanical maintenance and ideally rebuilds
High level of detail and ability to deliver quality work
Team player with a great attitude towards work
Versatile skill set and a genuine desire to develop your skills and experience further
4WD experience is highly advantageous
The opportunity
This is a genuinely great opportunity to secure a workshop-based role with a reputable, Tier 1 mining contractor, at a time when the business is busier than it's ever been.
You'll start on an initial 6-month contract, with potential to transition onto the client's own books and secure long-term, permanent employment.
You will also enjoy:
Convenient workshop location close to the city (near Eagle Farm), plus plenty of parking
The opportunity to work across a broad range of equipment and upskill onto UG mobile plant over time
A genuine pathway to move into FIFO roles on down the track, if and when you want it - entirely optional
This is a great foot-in-the-door opportunity for someone with the right trade background looking to build a long-term career in underground mining.
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