Job Description

Fixed and Mobile Plant Mechanic Apprenticeship

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MIGAS Apprentices and Trainees – Strathfield QLD

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In partnership with Stanmore, MIGAS is seeking motivated individuals who are ready to learn, grow and build a rewarding trade careerat South Walker Creek Mine near Nebo.

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Stanmore isa leading Australian metallurgical coal producer committed to creating a secure, inclusive and high-performing workplace.

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This is your opportunity to learn from experienced tradespeople while working on some of the largest mobile mining equipment and machinery.

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Undertaking this four-year apprenticeship at South Walker Creek will provide you with the opportunity to become trade qualified while earning your MEM31419 Certificate III in Engineering - Fixed and Mobile Plant Mechanic.

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Throughout your apprenticeship, you will develop the skills and knowledge required to inspect, maintain, diagnose and repair a range of heavy mobile mining equipment and machinery.

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During your first year, you will work a 4 days on (Monday to Thursday) / 3 days off Day Shift Roster, gaining valuable hands-on experience in a real mining environment.

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Depending on your home location in the Bowen Basin, travel would be required to the camp accommodation site (Nebo). Please note this position is drive in drive out (DIDO).

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The Opportunity

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In partnership with Stanmore, MIGAS is seeking motivated individuals who are ready to learn, grow and build a rewarding trade careerat South Walker Creek Mine near Nebo.

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Stanmore isa leading Australian metallurgical coal producer committed to creating a safe, inclusive and high-performing workplace.

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This is your opportunity to learn from experienced tradespeople while working on some of the largest mobile mining equipment and machinery.

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Job Details

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Undertaking this four-year apprenticeship at South Walker Creek will provide you with the opportunity to become trade qualified while earning your MEM31419 Certificate III in Engineering - Fixed and Mobile Plant Mechanic.

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Throughout your apprenticeship, you will develop the skills and knowledge required to inspect, maintain, diagnose and repair a range of heavy mobile mining equipment and machinery.

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During your first year, you will work a 4 days on (Monday to Thursday) / 3 days off Day Shift Roster, gaining valuable hands-on experience in a real mining environment.

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Depending on your home location in the Bowen Basin, travel would be required to the camp accommodation site (Nebo). Please note this position is drive in drive out (DIDO).

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About You

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To be successful, you will have:

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- A genuine passion for mechanical work and a desire to build a career in the trade
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- A willingness to listen, learn and actively seek new learning opportunities
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- The ability to work effectively as part of a team
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- Good language, literacy and numeracy skills
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- A strong commitment to safety
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- Successful completion of Year 12, with satisfactory results in Mathematics
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- A strong interest in automotive, mechanical or engineering work
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- Completion of, or near completion of, an automotive or engineering pre-apprenticeship (desirable)
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- The ability to pass a Pre-Employment Medical, including a Coal Mine Workers' Health Scheme, Standard 11 Safety Induction, Drug and Alcohol Screening, and Police Check
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- Residence in Nebo, Moranbah or the Bowen Basin region
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Applications close Friday 9 October 2026

📌 Fixed and Mobile Plant Mechanic Apprenticeship (Mount Isa)
🏢 MIGAS Apprentices & Trainees
📍 Mount Isa