Job Description

Job Descriptionn

LEADING HAND HEAVY DIESEL FITTER - Underground Mining - Northparkes E22 NSW

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FIFO & DIDO options available - 14/14 Roster

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Redpath is a premier full-service, global underground mining contractor with projects throughout Australia and across the globe. With years of experience, hard work and innovative thinking have positioned Redpath as a reliable solutions provider to the mining industry. Redpaths dynamic teams apply ever-evolving best practices to optimize safety and productivity. We take pride in our superior service level and celebrate our employees - the heart of our company's success

Responsibilities ABOUT THE ROLEn

Reporting to the Maintenance Superintendent, the Leading Hand Diesel Fitter will coordinate and participate in the maintenance, servicing, diagnostics, and repairs of underground mobile mining equipment while providing day-to-day leadership to the maintenance team.

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- Leading and supervising a team of maintenance personnel
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- Performing scheduled and breakdown maintenance on Sandvik underground equipment
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- Diagnosing and rectifying mechanical, hydraulic, and auto electrical faults
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- Coordinating daily maintenance activities to minimise equipment downtime
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- Ensuring all maintenance work is completed safely and to a high standard
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- Providing technical guidance and mentoring to tradespeople and apprentices
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- Maintaining accurate maintenance records and documentation
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- Contributing to continuous improvement initiatives across the maintenance department
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- Promoting and maintaining Redpath's strong safety culture
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Qualifications ABOUT YOUn





To be successful in this role, you will possess:

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- Australian recognised Trade Qualification as a Diesel Fitter, Heavy Vehicle Mechanic, Plant Mechanic, or equivalent
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- Previous experience as a Leading Hand, Senior Diesel Fitter, or Supervisory Tradesperson within underground mining
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- Strong experience maintaining Sandvik underground mobile equipment
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- Proven fault-finding and diagnostic skills across heavy mobile plant
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- Sound understanding of underground mining operations
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- Solid leadership, communication, and team management skills
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- Current Australian driver's licence
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- Ability to work effectively within a 14/14 roster arrangement
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- Commitment to safety, quality, and operational excellence
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Desirablenn
- Underground mining experience
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- HR Driver's Licence
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- High Risk Work Licences
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- Working at Heights certification
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- Confined Space Entry certification
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- First Aid qualifications
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BENEFITSnn
- Long-term opportunity on a major gold mining project
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- Competitive rates and conditions
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- Work with a global mining contractor with a strong commitment to safety
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- Join a supportive and experienced maintenance team
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- Opportunities for ongoing training, development and career progression
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- Be part of a team where your skills directly contribute to safe and reliable mine operations
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- Competitive remuneration packages
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- 14/14 lifestyle rosters
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- FIFO and DIDO from the East Coast of Australia
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All applicants Must have Australian Work Rights

About Usn

In 1962, Jim Redpath's vision for the company was much the same as it is today; offering a high level of service to the mining industry, which exceeds current standards and provides challenge for its employees. With a foundation built on global experience, adaptability and exceptional workmanship, Redpath leads the industry with cutting edge innovations in safety and mining practices. Services including underground construction, shaft sinking, raiseboring, mine contracting, raise mining, mine development, engineering and technical services and a variety of specialty services are offered around the world, with the expertise and qualifications in place to support any scope of work. Global experience has given Redpath expansive regulatory knowledge, regional expertise, and cultural sensitivity. Redpath has built a solid reputation for conquering tough challenges and adapting to a variety of environments. Redpath's employees are the heart of the company's success, and it remains through them that the company will continue to expand and flourish.

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Redpath is committed to an environment that is barrier-free. If you require accommodation during the hiring process, please inform us in advance so that we can arrange reasonable and appropriate accommodation.

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