Underground heavy diesel fitter (Australia)

Underground heavy diesel fitter (Australia)

12 Nov
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Marble Group
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Australia

12 Nov

Marble Group

Australia

The Opportunity & Why Apply An exciting opportunity for experienced Heavy Diesel Fitters to join a well-known mining contractor on a developing underground gold project in New Zealand's South Island. Working on a modern fleet of Sandvik underground machinery, you'll join a close-knit maintenance team right at the start of the project with the opportunity to play a key role in bringing a historic mining operation back into production. Even-time 2:2 roster - 7 days, 7 nights, 14 days off FIFO from major Australian capital cities, with accommodation and meals provided Casual rates of $80-$85ph super, with the opportunity to transition to the contractor after six months Join a growing operation with 18-20 brand-new machines and a five-year mining contract The Company Join a well-established mining contractor with over 30 years of experience across Australia and internationally. The business has recently secured a major contract to support the redevelopment of a historic NZ gold mine. Established contractor specialising in underground hard-rock mining Recently awarded a five-year mining contract valued at approximately $406 million Scope includes underground development, production, backfill and associated mining services Growing team with long-term opportunities across Australian and international operations The Mine Site Located on Recent Zealand's South Island, this historic gold mine is being brought back into production, with first gold scheduled for December 2026. Historic underground gold operation undergoing major redevelopment Underground access via a 3.3km twin decline system Workforce expected to grow to approximately 280 personnel Modern fleet of 18-20 new machines, with surface workshop facilities being expanded and a new mine camp on the way The Role Join a close-knit maintenance crew of Heavy Diesel Fitters, Auto Electricians, LV Mechanics and Boilermakers. Working across both the surface workshop and underground, you'll be responsible for maintaining a modern Sandvik fleet. Scheduled servicing,



preventative maintenance, diagnostics and mechanical repairs Underground breakdowns, hydraulic fault finding and drill servicing Maintaining underground drills, cablebolters, loaders and trucks Sandvik fleet including DD422i, DS422i, TH551, LH517i, LH307 and LH203 Your Skills & Experience We're looking for experienced Heavy Diesel Fitters with strong mechanical skills and a hands-on approach to maintenance. Previous underground hard-rock experience will be highly regarded. Australian recognised Heavy Diesel / Mobile Plant trade qualification Experience maintaining underground hard-rock mining equipment with a good knowledge on Sandvik gear Strong mechanical, hydraulic and diagnostic skills, ideally with Sandvik machinery Safety-focused with the ability to work independently and within a team Roster, Accommodation & What's On Offer Enjoy an even-time roster, competitive Australian rates and accommodation, meals and transport provided. Initially join through Marble on a casual contract, with the opportunity to transition to a 12-month fixed-term contract directly with the mining contractor after six months. 2:2 roster - 7 days, 7 nights, 14 off, working 12-hour shifts $75-$85ph super through Marble, with fixed-term rates of $70-$80ph super and paid annual and sick leave Flights to Christchurch and shuttle transfers to the accommodation, approximately 4.5 hours from the airport Private hotel accommodation, meals and daily site transfers provided, with a new purpose-built camp expected in early to mid-2027 Apply Now If you're an experienced Heavy Diesel Fitter looking for a new challenge on an exciting NZ mining project whilst earning Australian rates, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now or contact Matt Grainger directly on 0448 551 252 for a confidential discussion. In the past 5 years we have been extremely humbled to have placed over 14,000 people into meaningful employment . This equates to 21 lives enhanced every day! Matt Grainger | [email protected] | 02 8116 2200 By submitting your CV you agree to have read: marble.com.au/privacy

📌 Underground heavy diesel fitter (Australia)
🏢 Marble Group
📍 Australia

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