Job Description Leading Hand Fitter | Appin Mine | Redpath Mining Full‑Time, Permanent The Redpath Effect 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 Role Overview An experienced Leading Hand Fitter is required to support maintenance operations at Appin Mine. This role provides hands‑on leadership, overseeing a team of fitters while ensuring safe, efficient maintenance of underground mobile equipment.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and supervise a team of underground fitters on shift

Carry out maintenance, servicing, and repairs on heavy mobile mining equipment

Coordinate planned maintenance and breakdown response activities

Diagnose faults and ensure timely, quality repairs

Allocate work tasks and monitor team performance

Ensure all work is completed in line with site and statutory requirements

Complete maintenance reports, work orders, and documentation

Maintain high housekeeping standards and workshop organisation





Liaise with supervisors and operations to minimise downtime

Promote strong safety culture and adherence to procedures

Qualifications Requirements

Trade qualification in Heavy Diesel or Mobile Plant (essential)

Extensive experience maintaining underground mining equipment

Previous Leading Hand or supervisory experience

Strong diagnostic and fault-finding skills

Ability to lead teams in a rapid-paced mining environment

Strong commitment to safety and compliance

Valid driver's licence

Ability to work rotating rosters (e.g. 5/2 or site-specific)

Why Join Redpath

Redpath offers a stable, long-term opportunity where your contribution is valued and your development is supported.

Competitive hourly rates with super paid on all hours worked

Even time roster supporting work-life balance

Ongoing training and OEM-accredited development opportunities

Clear career progression pathways

PPE provided

Salary sacrifice options including superannuation and novated leasing

Discounted health insurance with BUPA

Reimbursement for prescription safety glasses (up to $200)

Employee Assistance Program for you and your immediate family

Redzone Rewards Program offering discounts and cashback

Service milestone bonuses: $3,000 (5 years), $10,000 (10 years), $15,000 (15 years), $20,000 (20 years)

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