Mechanical Fitter
NepeanMechanical Fitter Casual & Permanent Opportunities
NEPEAN Longwall | Mackay, QLD
NEPEAN Longwall is a leading provider of equipment, maintenance, and engineering solutions to the Australian underground coal mining industry. Due to continued growth and increasing project demand, we are seeking experienced Mechanical Fitters to join our Mackay operations on either a casual or permanent basis.
4-day work week in town!
This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established organisation supporting some of Australia's largest Longwall and underground mining operations.
About the RoleBased in our Paget facility, you will be responsible for the assembly, overhaul, maintenance, and repair of specialized underground mining equipment.
Key responsibilities include:
- Mechanical fitting, assembly, and refurbishment of mining equipment and components
- Diagnosing and repairing mechanical faults
- Reading and interpreting engineering drawings and technical documentation
- Conducting inspections and quality checks to company standards
- Working safely and contributing to a positive team environment
- Supporting shutdowns and site projects when required
To be successful in this role, you will have:
- Trade qualification as a Mechanical Fitter or Fitter & Turner
- Experience within mining, heavy industry, manufacturing, or maintenance environments
- Ability to read and interpret technical drawings
- Strong commitment to safety and quality workmanship
- Current Driver's Licence
- Ability to pass pre-employment medical and drug & alcohol screening
- Underground coal mining experience
- Longwall equipment experience
- Hydraulic and gearbox rebuild experience
- High Risk Work Licences
- Flexible employment options with both casual and permanent positions available.
- 4-day compressed work week, working either Tuesday to Friday or Monday to Thursday, giving you a 3-day weekend every week.
- Competitive remuneration and overtime opportunities.
- Mackay-based workshop with site work as required.
- Opportunity to work on industry-leading Longwall mining equipment.
- Career development and progression opportunities within the NEPEAN Group.
- Supportive team environment with a strong safety culture.
Enjoy a genuine work-life balance with a 4-day week while building your career with a leading supplier to the underground coal mining industry.
If you're looking for your next opportunity with a leading mining equipment provider and want to be part of a growing business servicing the Bowen Basin, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply now or contact NEPEAN Longwall for a confidential discussion.
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