Job description

I require a mechanical fitter for a long-term role based in the Pilbara, 8:6 roster paying $75ph + super/pens Your new company My client requires an experienced Mechanical Fitter. You will be responsible for on-site maintenance, repairs and installation of lubricant storage transfer and dispensing equipment, as commonly used on fixed and mobile assets within a mining environment. The role will be suited to someone who has experience working on fixed and mobile equipment. A minimum of 1-2 years of experience as a Mechanical Fitter is required for this position and experience within the mining industry is preferred for this role. Your new role In your role, your main responsibilities will include:

Maintain lubrication and grease systems to include rebuild and/or repair of lubrication pumps

Monitor operational plant performance to improve the reliability and life expectancy of plant equipment by utilising lubrication best practices.

Perform planned and breakdown maintenance tasks on all fixed and mobile mining machinery

Fault-finding and repairing mechanical plant and equipment

Ensure all work is performed to trade standards and meets high standards

Complete necessary documentation, risk assessments, and work orders

Carry out first response breakdown maintenance tasks

Intrastate Travel as required

Understand and operate a range of test equipment for routine and non-routine lubrication functions

Utilising the test equipment, complete planned lubrication activities

Collect lubrication samples, dispatch them for analysis and, from the results, participate in any subsequent actions

Participate in lubrication change outs

Maintenance of dispensing equipment and automatic systems

Participate in the changing of breathers and filters

Participate in maintaining good records of recommendations and equipment procurement

What you'll need to succeed

Mechanical/Maintenance Fitter Trade Certificate or similar

Australian citizenship is essential for this position, with non-citizens not considered

Ambitious attitude, career aspirations, ability to work autonomously with high levels of self-drive and motivation

Ability to liaise with customers on-site in a professional and personable manner and with high levels of customer service and care.

Confined spaces, forklift and working at heights

Driver Licence (Manual Class)

Honest and flexible attitude to tasks and required hours

Hands-on approach to work, ability to 'get hands dirty'

Hydraulics service/ repair (highly desired)

Have a strong safety and risk management focus

   What you'll get in return   

Inclusive work culture

Flexible working hours

Up to $75ph + super/penalties

Fully maintained Service vehicle that will be positioned at the mine site(s)

Mobile phone

Laptop

Corporate Credit Card

Hand & Power Tools provided

   What you need to do now      My client is looking to hire immediately, so please contact me on 0892544503 or on      If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.   If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.  Please  click here  to apply.