Location: Perth WA
Job Type: Full time
Salary: $190,000 – $220,000 per year
WE ARE CURRENTLY SEEKING MOTIVATED, EXPERIENCED
Drill Fitters, Heavy Duty Truck Mechanics and Diesel Fitters.
We are currently seeking the services of an experienced Drill Rig Fitter to join our field team to maintain our fleet of field equipment.
The field role will service our Western Australia Operations on a 2:1 or 2:2 roster cycle working 12-hour shifts. Interstate applicants will be considered.
The successful applicant will be a minimum Certificate III trade qualified diesel fitter or heavy-duty mobile mechanic.
We are seeking a minimum of 3 years’ experience in a similar position / role, with a sound knowledge of (but not limited to):
- Land based drill rigs – Hydro, Diamond and RC (KWL – SCHRAMM – UDR)
- Support equipment trucks (Merc Benz – Tatra – Hino trucks)
- Compressed air systems (Sullair)
- Boosted air systems (Air Research / Hurricane)
- Toyota light vehicle fleets
- Associated ancillary drilling equipment (lighting plants, forklifts, mud pumps, trailers)
You must have:
- Minimum Certificate III trade qualifications
- Minimum of 3 years’ experience in a similar position / role
- Good time management skills and an ability to self-manage, as well as be able to work unsupervised in a team environment
- A proven ability to trouble shoot and carry out quality repairs on diesel engines, hydraulic, electrical, and high pressure air systems
- Experience with electrical and computer controlled systems would be an advantage
- A proven ability to follow maintenance management protocols and systems
- Pass a client specific medical including drug and alcohol testing
- Hold a minimum HR licence (preferred)
- Current National Police Clearance
- Good communication skills, and ability to interact with all staff members and clients in a professional manner
- Follow health and safety guidelines of both FORACO and any contracted company in which employed
What we are offering:
- Excellent remuneration package incl. superannuation on all earnings
- 5 weeks annual leave paid at full shift rates
- Superannuation paid on all hours worked
- All travel, accommodation and meals provided by the company
- All tooling supplied in fully equipped service vehicle
- Job security through long-term contracts with Tier 1 major mining clients
- Opportunity to work in remote locations on varying equipment, enabling you to expand your knowledge base
- Training and upskilling happily provided for the right candidate
- Excellent head office support
- Great team work environment