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Leading Hand HD Fitter

Job ID
931008
Job Type
Permanent Full Time
Location
Australia - Perth
Categories
Trade - Heavy Diesel Fitter
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Work with a team of the best

With a global business, we offer diverse and rewarding careers. We are committed to Thiess being a company and a culture where great people can excel and where they are developed and supported to reach their highest potential. Join our team today.

About the role

We are seeking Leading Hand Fitters to join our Thiess Western Region Maintenance hub located in Hazelmere, working a Monday to Friday roster.  The Maintenance Hub is designed to support repairs and refurbish a variety of Mining Equipment and Components within Thiess and subsidiary internal Asset refurbishment requirements as well as external key Tier 1 mining customers.

 

Your responsibilities will include:

  • Lead, coach and mentor the maintenance crew and follow directives of managers and supervisors.
  • Assist crews to effectively meet daily safety, equipment reliability and maintenance compliance to plan targets for the project.
  • The disassembly, inspection and assembly of large-scale mobile mining equipment components in accordance with OEM maintenance system documentation & specifications
  • Source technical information from the relevant available reference manuals, technical bulletins, and computer-based systems.
  • Maintaining the workshop area to a high standard of housekeeping & organisation
  • Working within a dedicated team to deliver a high level of workmanship

About you

  • Trade Qualified Plant Mechanic (Heavy Vehicle Mobile Equipment) or equivalent
  • Minimum 5 years' mining experience with exposure to leading or supervision of a team
  • Valid WA Driver’s License 
  • Sound experience in component rebuilds and machine overhauls 
  • Must be well organised, methodical and have an eye for detail 
  • A demonstrated commitment to safety, safe work practices & risk awareness

What Thiess can do for you

  • Permanent full-time positions 
  • Even time, lifestyle rosters 
  • Thiess’ commitment to training & development
  • Range of corporate discounts including health insurance (Medibank), travel & retail products.
  • Referral bonus program – earn $5k for a successful referral! 

About us

We partner with our clients to deliver excellence in open cut and underground mining in Australia, Asia, Africa and the Americas. For more than 80 years, we’ve operated in diverse commodities, geologies, environments and cultures. Our team uses that insight to optimise solutions for each project and create lasting value for our clients and the communities we live and work in.

We recognise the value of an inclusive and diverse workplace through our vision of everyone matters always. We’re focused on creating an inclusive environment to allow our people to bring their best self to work because they feel safe, included and empowered. 

Visit our website to learn more – http://www.thiess.com

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