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Job no:
******
Work type:
Casual
Location:
Mackay & Coalfields
Categories:
Trade Assistants
About the Role
FMS Group is seeking experienced and safety-focused Trade Assistants to join our shutdown operations across various mine sites throughout the Bowen Basin, QLD.
You will be working a variety of rosters including 4/4/4 and 5/5/5.
We are looking for motivated and reliable individuals with proven experience supporting mechanical maintenance crews within coal mining environments.
This role will assist tradespeople during shutdown and project works, ensuring all tasks are completed safely, efficiently, and to a high standard.
Key Responsibilities
Assist Mechanical Fitters and other trades personnel during shutdown and maintenance activities
Support maintenance and project works on draglines, shovels, conveyors, and fixed plant equipment
Perform general trade assistant duties including equipment preparation, tooling, housekeeping, and labouring tasks
Follow site procedures and safe work practices at all times
Maintain a clean, safe, and productive work setting
Work effectively within a team to meet shutdown schedules and client expectations
What You'll Bring
Current Standard 11 and Coal Board Medical
Current Gas Test Atmospheres, Confine Space and Working at Heights Qualifications
Previous experience working in coal mining shutdowns and maintenance environments
Robust commitment to workplace safety and teamwork
Ability to pass ongoing drug and alcohol testing
Current Driver's Licence and reliable transport
Current inductions across Peabody, Anglo, Glencore and BMA would be desirable
Why Work With Us?




Ongoing shutdown and maintenance opportunities across the Bowen Basin
Competitive remuneration package
Weekly pay
Access to Flare HR employee benefits
Employee referral rewards program
Service recognition rewards
Supportive team culture with a strong focus on safety and people
About Us
Established in **** as CQ Field Mining Services, FMS Group has grown from a regional provider into a diversified, multi-division organisation delivering integrated solutions across Australia and Papua New Guinea.
Our growth reflects a strong focus on capability, innovation, and meeting evolving client needs, with key expansions including PNG *****), WA *****), and the formation of Field Mining Services Group in ****.
Since then, we have strengthened our service offering through specialised divisions spanning Safety Lift Solutions, engineering, electrical, onsite machining, and parts and equipment, alongside infrastructure maintenance projects and the acquisition of Schlam CRU in ****.
Rebranded as FMS Group in ****, we are now a fully integrated, one-stop solution for mobile and fixed plant maintenance, shutdowns, infrastructure projects, and capital equipment sales across mining, construction, oil and gas, marine, and renewables.
FMS Groupis an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we value diversity and inclusion in the workplace.
We seek to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people from diverse cultures, perspectives, skills and experiences within our workforce.
All employment will be based on merit, competence, performance and business needs.
We respectfully request no recruitment agency approaches.
Advertised:
25 Aug **** E. Australia Standard Time
Applications close:
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