Working on a fleet of surface and/or underground drill rigs, you will be responsible for carrying out preventative maintenance, breakdown repairs, and diagnostics to ensure maximum equipment availability while maintaining a strong commitment to safety.

Key Responsibilities

- Perform scheduled servicing and preventative maintenance on drill rigs.
- Diagnose and repair mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic and electrical faults.
- Complete breakdown repairs in workshop and field environments.
- Conduct component change-outs including engines, pumps, compressors, hydraulics and transmissions.
- Carry out inspections and identify defects before equipment failures occur.
- Complete maintenance reports and work orders accurately.
- Work closely with operations to minimise equipment downtime.
- Adhere to all site safety procedures and company standards.

Equipment Experience Experience working on one or more of the following is highly regarded:

- Sandvik drill rigs (DP, Pantera, Leopard, Ranger)
- Epiroc / Atlas Copco drill rigs




- Caterpillar MD series drills
- Schramm drill rigs
- UDR, Cubex or other exploration drill rigs
- Pit Viper and D65 drill rigs

Requirements
- Australian recognised Heavy Duty Diesel Mechanic / HD Fitter trade qualification.
- Previous experience maintaining mining drill rigs.
- Strong diagnostic and fault-finding skills.
- Current Australian Driver's Licence.
- Ability to pass a pre-employment medical and Drug & Alcohol screen.
- National Police Clearance (or willingness to obtain).
- Strong commitment to safety and working within a team environment.

What's on Offer
- Competitive hourly rates.
- FIFO from Perth.
- Multiple roster options.
- Ongoing work with long-term opportunities.
- Modern fleet and well-equipped workshops.
- Chance to work with leading mining contractors and principal miners.
- Supportive team with excellent career progression opportunities.

📌 Drill Fitter - Underground & Surface (Western Australia)
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📍 Western Australia