Job Description

Drill Fitter/HD Fitter Mechanic - FIFO or Kalgoorlie Local

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- FIFO from Perth Only
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- Field service and workshop role
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- Based out of our modern Kalgoorlie-Boulder workshop
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VM Drilling is a privately owned RC drilling company based in Kalgoorlie, serving clients throughout Western Australia. VM Drilling was established in 2004 as a one rig company and has grown organically to a reputable mid-size company. Today the business is operating 10+ Rigs and possesses extensive experience within the mining industry.

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The key requirements of the role are:

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- Performing routine maintenance and major component change outs in the workshop
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- Completing breakdown repairs for rigs and vehicles on site where required.
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- Fault finding and diagnostics on mechanical, hydraulic, electrical and air systems
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- Major repairs and servicing of a modern fleet of Atlas Copco/Epiroc - ROC L8 and D65 rigs and late model Hino 500, Hino 300 support equipment
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- Attending site emergency breakdowns, including completing repairs in a timely manner, minimising costs to the client and ensuring productivity targets are still met
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- Provide field service support and guidance to operations personnel to reduce downtime in the field
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- Undertake necessary risk and pre-task assessments and ensure all documentation and reporting is completed accurately and in a timely manner
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- Maintaining and servicing all forms of vehicles and machinery relating to efficient operation of drilling equipment and associated ancillary equipment.
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- Perform maintenance on the Company's assets in a secure, planned and effective manner. As a key team member, you will work collaboratively with the Maintenance Manager, ensuring planning priorities are achieved.
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About you

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This position is open to both Kalgoorlie-Boulder residents and Perth-based candidates, with FIFO and various roster options available.

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Ideally
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We are
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Essential Selection Criteria:

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- Certificate III Mechanical Trade Certificate
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- Previous experience working in the drilling industry, preferably with hydraulics and air systems - Atlas Copco L8 and/or D65, Schramm 685
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- Current police clearance (or able to obtain)
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- Working at Heights (or willing to obtain)
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- First Aid Certificate (or willing to obtain)Candidate must be able to pass a pre-employment medical in addition to any legislatively required or Client based medicals and/or clearance.
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Your hard work will be rewarded with:

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- Competitive hourly rates
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- Family orientated company
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- Career progression
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- On the job training
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- Employee Assistance Program
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- Excellent focus on safety
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📌 Drill Fitters FIFO (Boulder)
🏢 VM Drilling
📍 Boulder