Roster That Respects Your Life: 8/6 days & 7/7 nights
Strong Earning Power: Earn $*****-$*****/hr perm or $*****-$*****/hr casual
Live Well On Site: Modern camp with gym, pool, sports facilities, quality meals
About Bis at Karara
Bis has proudly partnered with Karara Mining, located approximately
200 km southeast of Geraldton, WA
.
Karara is the
largest mining operation and the first major magnetite mine in the Mid-West region
, offering a stable, well-resourced, and innovative work environment.
At Karara, Bis operates a
mobile Tailings Storage Facility (TSF)
— a first-of-its-kind system in Australia.
This mobile TSF plays a key role in sustainable mining, managing approximately
9 million tonnes per annum (mtpa)
of dry stack tailings.
The system operates
24/7
and is designed to safely and efficiently transport tailings material at an average rate of
2,000 tonnes per hour
.
Why You'll Enjoy Being Part of Bis
Balanced Rosters That Work for You:
An
8/6 day and 7/7 night rotation
designed to give you genuine downtime between swings.
Strong Earning Potential:
Competitive rates based on experience —
$*****–$*****/hr + 12% super (permanent)
or
$*****–$*****/hr + 12% super (casual)
.
Comfortable, Well-Equipped Camp:
Quality on-site accommodation featuring a
gym, swimming pool, exercise classes, indoor and outdoor sports facilities, walking tracks
, and a laid-back
wet mess
for socialising.
Build Your Skills and Career:
Ongoing access to
training, tickets, and development opportunities




to support your progression and long-term career goals.
A Team That Has Your Back:
Join a
safety-first, close-knit crew
that values teamwork, mutual respect, and doing the job right.
About the Role
As a
Mechanical Maintainer
, you'll play a critical role in supporting Bis' operations at the
Karara Tailings Storage Facility (TSF)
— home to our
mobile, extendable conveyor system
, a cutting-edge setup designed to optimise performance, improve reliability, and reduce environmental impact.
You'll be part of a skilled site team of approximately
40 professionals
, working closely with operators, electrical trades, planners, and leadership to keep plant and equipment always operating safely and efficiently.
What You'll Be Doing
Reporting to the
Fixed Plant Maintenance Lead
, your responsibilities will include:
Conducting scheduled and breakdown
mechanical maintenance
across fixed and mobile plant equipment
Performing
pre-start checks, inspections, and defect identification
in line with maintenance schedules
Supporting planned shutdowns and maintenance activities
Communicating plant issues and maintenance requirements to site leadership




Completing maintenance documentation and records accurately and on time
Ensuring all work complies with
WHSE, MSIA, and client safety standards
Using two-way radios professionally in line with Karara site protocols
Assisting with general plant upkeep, housekeeping, and continuous improvement initiatives
What You'll Bring
Certificate III in Mechanical Trade (Fixed Plant / Diesel Fitter / Diesel Mechanic) or equivalent.
Current
Australian Driver's Licence
Mandatory tickets:
EWP
Confined Space
Working at Heights
White Card
Post-trade mechanical maintenance experience
Fixed plant, hydraulics, and conveyor system exposure
Welding experience
Strong safety awareness and commitment to
Zero Harm
Transparent verbal and written communication skills
Desirable (not essential)
Mine site experience
FLS stockpile conveyor system experience
First Aid certification
Previous team leadership experience
About Our Recruitment Process
At Bis, safety and integrity are at the core of everything we do.
As part of our recruitment process, you may be required to complete several checks to confirm your suitability for the role.
These may include a
National Police Check
,
medical and drug & alcohol testing
,
due diligence
,
right to work
, and/or
reference checks
.
If you're a hands-on skilled who values safety, teamwork, and balance — and you're ready to take your electrical career to the next level —
we'd love to hear from you!
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📌 Mechanical Maintainer (Western Australia)
🏢 Bis Industries
📍 Western Australia