This is a great opportunity to break into the mining industry with an underground hard rock mine located near Bendigo in regional Victoria.

The site has built a solid reputation for its supportive culture, long-term stability and genuine work/life balance - making it an ideal environment for tradespeople looking to transition into mining or for experienced miners wanting to be closer to home.

- Established underground operation with a long mine life
- Strong team culture with a close-knit crew on site
- Backed by a well-supported and stable mining operation
- Approx. 250 employees on site with residential and DIDO options
- Ongoing career development and progression opportunities

The Role

Reporting to the Maintenance Supervisor, you'll join a tight-knit team of mobile plant tradespeople working across both workshop and (once trained) field / UG environments.

Duties will include:

- Workshop maintenance - servicing, repairs, component change-outs
- Preventative and scheduled maintenance
- Fault finding and diagnostics across mechanical, hydraulic & electrical systems
- Field service work (once competent) - breakdowns and on-site support

Equipment:

UG mining trucks, loaders (boggers), drills, ITs, charge-up equipment, spray rigs

The Roster

- 7 days on / 7 days off / 7 nights on / 7 days off
- Wednesday to Tuesday rotation
- 12-hour shifts

DIDO / Relocation Options

This role is offered on a DIDO basis, making it ideal for candidates based in regional Victoria or the northern suburbs of Melbourne.

- DIDO each swing (no FIFO required)




- Temporary accommodation provided (up to 12 weeks) for relocation
- Support to transition into the Bendigo region long-term
- Residential / DIDO candidates must live within 50 minutes of site

Your Value

This role is ideal for someone looking to step into mining from a background in mobile plant.

You’ll bring:

- Trade qualification (Diesel Mechanic or Light Vehicle Mechanic)
- Experience working on mobile plant, agricultural equipment or heavy vehicles
- Strong understanding of hydraulics, electrics and mechanical systems
- A genuine interest in moving into the mining industry
- Positive attitude and willingness to learn
- Ability to work both autonomously and in a team

The Opportunity

Perfect for those looking to get a foot in the door in mining, with full training and support provided.

- Permanent, long-term role with strong job security
- Entry into underground mining (no prior mining experience required)
- Ongoing training and development on UG equipment
- Lifestyle-friendly 7:7 roster
- Strong earning potential with consistent hours
- Supportive, team-focused site culture
- DIDO role with relocation support available

Why Bendigo?

Bendigo offers a great balance between lifestyle and career, only 90 minutes from Melbourne.

- Affordable regional living with strong community feel
- Access to schools, healthcare, gyms & recreational facilities
- Perfect for those wanting to step away from the city without losing access to it

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