Metro Mining Limited (ASX:MMI) is an Australian exploration and mining company based in Brisbane. Metro’s flagship project, the Bauxite Hills Mine, located 95km north of Weipa is one of the largest independent projects within the internationally acclaimed Weipa Bauxite Region.

The Shift Fixed Plant Fitter is responsible for the maintenance of the site’s fixed plant including screens, crushers and the barge loading facility (conveyers and spreaders).

This role's roster is 15/13 Day Shift and Night Shift.

Key Responsibilities:

Maintain machineries through inspections, servicing & general repair to scheduled deadlines

Assist maintenance department with all associated works, be a part of the team

Provide assistance to the diesel fitters maintaining mobile plant where necessary.

Ensure safe work practices including the development and implantation of secure work method statements, risk assessments, injury and incident reporting and other H&S; requirements.

Work as part of the Metro Bauxite Hills Operation supporting teamwork, safety, communication, trust and all other Metro Mining Values and Code of Conduct.

Maintain the plants in a reliable, tidy and safe manner, including maintenance such as fuelling, tyre replacement, fluid levels, cleaning, lubrication and greasing.

Communicate effective with the team on the care and maintenance needs of the plants.

Assist with physical tasks, that may include use of a shovel, pick axe or other hand tool when required.

Complete of timesheets, daily plant checklists, daily running sheets and any other work-related documentation.





Work within Metro Mining’s policies, procedures, Code of Conduct, Values and employee handbook at all times.

Ensure Safe Operating Procedures are in place and are adhered to

Ensure that all safety, mining and other legislation relevant to the mine site are met and adhered to.

- Other tasks as directed which may include manual labour such as shovelling when required.

Qualified Plant Mechanic/Fitter (Cert III Engineering - Mechanical Trade)

Working at Heights

Confined Space Entry

Elevated Work Platform

HR Driver's Licence

First Aid Certificate

Minimum of 3 years mine site experience.

Experience with fixed plant repairs including screens, crushers and conveyors.

Ability to work in a fast-paced workshop.

Excellent troubleshooting, breakdown and diagnostic skills.

Maintenance, service, breakwdon and diagnostic skills

Ability to read, interpret and understand plans, diagrams, drawings and specifications

Microsoft Office skills (Word, Excel, and Outlook)

Excellent verbal and written communication

Organised and able to meet deadlines

Join our team and contribute to the success of our growing junior mining company.

Applicants must possess full and unrestricted work rights in Australia to be eligible for consideration for this role.

Metro Mining does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies.

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📌 Shift Fixed Plant Fitter (Australia)
🏢 Metro Mining
📍 Australia