We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Heavy Diesel Fitter on beautiful Christmas Island. Our client is offering a relocation package for you and the family. This is a residential position so you will be home to family every day. The resource is Phosphorous and will suit a Mechanic who has extensive experience working with Fixed and Mobile plant.

BENEFITS CULTURE

• Relocation package for you and the family
• Housing to suit you and the family
• Subsidised rent / utilities
• Access to shared transport
• School on the Island from Year 1 - 12
• 3 paid airfares per annum based as per EBA
• 4G Internet
• Fantastic culture with plenty of boating , fishing and golf

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS

• MEM30205 Certificate III in Engineering - Mechanical Trade (Heavy Duty Diesel Fitting) or AUR30616 Certificate III in Light Vehicle Mechanical Technology.
• WA Motor Vehicle Repairer's Certificate endorsed for Diesel Fitting Work, Heavy Vehicle and Light Vehicle.
• WA 'C' Class Drivers' License or equivalent.

DESIRABLE

• Rigging and dogging certificates.
• Gantry crane operation certificate.
• Auto Electrical, Refrigeration Mechanics or Boiler-making/Welding qualifications.
• Senior First Aid certificate.

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE

• Ability to read and comprehend manufacturer's manuals
• Experience as a qualified trades person maintaining and repairing heavy mining, earthmoving and road transport equipment.
• Demonstrated fault-finding and diagnostic experience.
• Ability to interpret electrical and hydraulic drawings.
• Welding experience is desirable.
• Maintenance of equipment records using a maintenance management system such as PRONTO.
• Demonstrated ability to follow safety and risk management procedures.
• Ability to read, write and speak English language is desirable (and mandatory where Regulations stipulate).

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Carries out scheduled and corrective maintenance to mobile plant and machinery. (Includes mining fleet, earthmoving plant, road trains, vacuum trucks, service truck and light vehicle
• Complete maintenance tasks as directed by Leading Hand and Mobile Plant Maintenance Supervisor.
• Coach and support Apprentices.
• Diagnose faults, inspect and test machinery and plant and determine repair action required. Carry out repair action required to manufacturer's specifications, WA Mines Safety and Inspection Act & Regulations and relevant Australian standards.
• Work as directed by supervisor to ensure efficient use of time and equipment.
• Demonstrates knowledge and execution of safety in relation to a mine site
• Disassembly, steam-cleaning, strip component, fault-finding and diagnosis, including review of machine history
• and discussion with Leading Hand.
• Carry out repair, testing and re-assembly.
• Communicate with Leading Hand regarding ordering of parts.
• Scheduled maintenance
• Operate Grease truck in field including inspections, lubrication and preventative actions
• Scheduled services in workshop
• Maintain records as per maintenance schedule
• Participate in major rebuild projects
• May be required to complete refrigeration, auto electrical or boiler maker tasks if competent in these areas
• Complete training needs as required as per CIP Training Matrix

PHYSICAL CAPACITY REQUIREMENTS - ASSESSED IN FUNCTIONAL TASK JOB ANALYSIS ASSESSMENT

• Climb up and over parts of vehicles using step ladders, fixed ladders and tracks.
• Use tyre levers requiring force and manoeuvre tyres.
• Position large jacks under heavy components requiring some pushing and twisting.
• Use hand tools such as hammers and spanners requiring repetition and force.
• Use electric hand tools requiring reach and sustained grasp often involving hand-arm vibration.
• Crouch, bend, reach and work overhead in the pit.
• carry out repairs in difficult terrain and conditions in field.

If this opportunity is of interest please apply direct or contact [email protected]