Diesel Fitter Wanted, based in Jimboomba Qld – Top Hammer Drill Rigs

Donnelly Blasting Services is seeking an experienced Diesel Fitter to join our maintenance team, servicing our fleet of Top Hammer Drill Rigs at sites throughout South East Queensland and Northern NSW.

Based out of our Jimboomba Workshop, you’ll play a key role in keeping our fleet running safely and efficiently, working on both scheduled maintenance and breakdown repairs in the field on our late-model Epiroc T40/C50 and Sandvik Ranger DXi910/DP1110i rigs.

About the Role

Reporting to the Maintenance Manager, you will:
Perform scheduled servicing, inspections, and preventative maintenance on top hammer drill rigs
Diagnose and repair mechanical, hydraulic, and diesel engine faults
Carry out breakdown repairs in office, often under time pressure
Complete pre-start checks and maintain accurate service records
Order and manage parts and consumables if required
Work safely in line with site inductions, JSAs, and company HSE policies
Travel between various sites as needed

About You




Trade qualification as a Diesel Fitter / Heavy Diesel Mechanic (or equivalent)
Your own hand and power tools
Current Australian driver's licence
Proven experience working on top hammer surface drill rigs
Experience with Epiroc and/or Sandvik Top Hammer drill rigs advantageous
Sound knowledge of diesel engines, hydraulics, and pneumatic systems
Ability to work independently and troubleshoot onsite

What We Offer
Robust, competitive pay for experienced fitters
Company vehicle for work use
Real work-life balance. Monday–Friday
Genuine long-term stability. We're a family-owned business, over 30 years in, with ongoing quarry work and large projects lined up — not project-to-project uncertainty.

Please note: This is not a FIFO role. Applicants must be Brisbane-based, working out of our Jimboomba workshop and surrounding sites. Apply now if this sounds like the right fit for you.

📌 Diesel Fitter Wanted, Based In Jimboomba Qld – Top Hammer Drill Rigs (Australia)
🏢 Donnelly Blasting Services
📍 Australia