Hawkins Resources is seeking four experienced Heavy Diesel Fitters for an immediate underground mining assignment at a well-established mine in Cobar, NSW.
This is a three-month contract commencing 1 September 2026, offering an attractive flat hourly rate, even-time roster and supplied accommodation with possibility of ongoing work
What's on offer
- $75-85 per hour, based on experience
- Superannuation paid on all hours worked
- 8 days on, 6 days off
- 12-hour shifts
- Accommodation supplied during rostered swings
- daily meal allowance
- DIDO position - personnel are responsible for travel to and from Cobar
- Immediate commencement
- Potential for further opportunities following the initial contract
The role
- Fault-finding and diagnostics
- Preventative maintenance and servicing
- Hydraulic and mechanical repairs
- Breakdown response
- Inspections and defect reporting
- Supporting protected and reliable underground production
Requirements
Applicants must have:
- Australian-recognised Heavy Diesel or Mobile Plant trade qualification
- Demonstrated experience maintaining heavy mobile equipment
- Underground hard-rock mining experience
- Strong hydraulic and mechanical fault-finding skills
- Ability to pass a pre-employment medical, functional assessment and drug and alcohol screening
- A strong safety focus and reliable work history
- Full Australian working rights
- Experience on Sandvik DD421 and the Sandvik D311D-40