Join a well-established specialist contractor delivering pumping, dewatering and dredging solutions across major mining operations throughout Western Australia.

This is an excellent chance for a hands-on Trades Assistant looking to gain experience with slurry pumps, dewatering systems, and wet-plant environments while working alongside experienced Pump Fitters.

Key Responsibilities
Assist with Telehandler operations where required
Assist Pump Fitters with slurry pump rebuilds and servicing activities
Support fault finding and reliability maintenance works
Assist with bearing, seal and pump component replacements
Work around dewatering systems, slurry transfer equipment and tailings ponds
Maintain safe work practices around wet-plant and exclusion zone environments
Follow shutdown, maintenance and site safety procedures
Support general mechanical maintenance and housekeeping activities

About You
Previous experience as a Trades Assistant, Mechanical TA or Maintenance Assistant
Mining, civil, dewatering, pumping or processing plant experience advantageous
Comfortable working in wet environments and around slurry systems
Current Driver's License
Telehandler ticket is required

What's On Offer?




FIFO opportunities across WA gold mine sites
Ongoing roster with consistent work
Temp-to-perm opportunity
8:6 roster, 12-hour days
Competitive rates $55-$60hr based on experience
Work alongside experienced Pump Fitters and gain specialist industry experience
Chance to develop skills in slurry pumping, dewatering and dredging operations

RESPECTFULLY AUSTRALIAN WORKING RIGHTS ONLY

For more information about this prospect, please click APPLY or contact Melvern on 08 94374 or via email on @drdgroup.com.au

DRD Group is a specialist recruitment provider renowned for recruiting quality project teams on major projects within the Energy, Resources, Defense, Renewables and Infrastructure sectors.

DRD Group embraces a diverse workforce culture and encourages female and Indigenous applicants to apply. All work assignments are subject to successful completion of a medical, drug and alcohol screen plus verification of all original certifications and qualifications
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Additional information
FIFO 8:6 roster on WA mine sites
$55-$60hr r with ongoing work. Temp to perm
Gain experience in pumps, dewatering & slurry systems

📌 Ta/operator Western Australia
🏢 DRD Group
📍 Western Australia