PUMP FITTER – UNDERGROUND FIXED PLANT

We are seeking highly skilled and dedicated Pump Fitter to join a team that values collaboration. Join a reputable company with a strong mine life, a commitment to operating safely, and a solid focus on supporting the local community. This is a great opportunity to work in the mining industry while living in a major regional city – and be home to family everyday.

About the role

This residential position works a 7/7 roster, days only working 12 hours per shift.

The role involves conducting preventative maintenance, breakdowns, and installations while upholding high safety and environmental standards. Strong interpersonal skills, teamwork, and technical support for staff are essential.

Reporting to the Fixed Plant Supervisor, your duties will include:

- Ensure all fixed plant equipment at Fosterville Goldmine and contractor sites is operated, maintained, and repaired safely in compliance with site standards and regulations.
- Conduct , coordinate, and execute preventative, statutory, and breakdown maintenance, as well as installations, in alignment with the maintenance schedule.
- Prioritise unplanned and breakdown repairs effectively, ensuring minimal downtime and clear communication with other departments.
- Ensure accurate capture of all work and transactions using Pronto and Obzervr systems.
- Effectively communicate maintenance activities across relevant departments and assist and participate in daily prestart meetings.
- Provide technical support, demonstrate strong interpersonal skills, and actively contribute as a team member





The successful candidate should possess the following:

- Relevant Mechanical Trade
- Experience with Mine Fixed Plant Mechanical Installations and Maintenance. Mine dewatering system plus pumps – Flygt (submersible) & Helical Rotor Dewatering Pumps.
- Mine secondary and primary ventilation fans experience and knowledge desirable.
- A continuous improvement focus and an ability to handle change
- Good communication/interpersonal skills, willing to work as part of a team with a focus on overall department outcomes.

What we offer

- Competitive salary offered in line with the relevant classification contained in the Fosterville Enterprise Agreement 2025.
- Relocation support provided to applicable candidates
- Salary Continuance (Income protection) insurance
- Employee Share Plan Program
- Annual Health and Wellbeing Allowance
- Health and Wellbeing Program including access to local gym and aquatic facilities as well as physiotherapy and podiatrists
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Employee Benefits Program including access to discounted Private Health insurance as well as discounts with local suppliers
- Paid Parental leave for primary and secondary carers




- Novated Leasing options for vehicles

Application Process - Applicants will be shortlisted and interviewed in January The recruitment process takes into consideration your alignment to the role and our company values. Suitable applicants will be shortlisted and invited to discuss their interest in the role. Additionally, functional capacity/medical assessment, national crime check, qualifications, due diligence and/or reference checks will all form part of the recruitment process.

About us

Agnico Eagle is a global leader in the gold mining business, with eight mines located in Canada, Finland, Australia and Mexico. Everywhere we operate, we strive to be an admired member of the community and to be recognised as both a good employer and a good neighbour.

We are proud of our reputation as a leader in safety and sustainability, as well as the prosperity we bring to our employees, their families and the communities in which we operate. Globally, we employ over 16,000 people who contribute to some of the most skilled teams of professionals in the industry. We recognise that our people are the key to our success.

Agnico Eagle owns and operates the Fosterville Gold Mine which is located on Dja Dja Wurrung Country, approximately 20 kilometres east of Bendigo in Central Victoria. With its population of approximately 120,000 people, Bendigo is one of Victoria’s largest and most progressive regional cities offering a great residential lifestyle choice.

📌 Pump Fitter - Fixed Plant Maintenance (Bendigo)
🏢 Fosterville Gold Mine
📍 Bendigo