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Drill Fitter & Hydraulic Mining Mechanic - Field Service

Posted Date:  7 May 2024
Location: 

Mudgee, NSW, AU

About the role

WesTrac Mudgee are looking for experienced Drill technicians and Hydraulic Mining technicians to join our Field Service team based from Moolarben Coal Mine. This positions will be responsible for looking after a drill fleet of MD6250 CAT drills and 6060 Face Shovel.
Camp accommodation and meals may be available upon request for candidates whom do not live in location. 

 

Key Responsibilities

  • Investigate and make recommendations to improve fleet performance 
  • Diagnosis, repairs and maintenance on the fleet
  • Repairs and maintenance on machine electrical systems
  • Offer technical support for the Caterpillar fleet
  • Offer mechanical support to WesTrac and customer technicians
  • Undertake workshop and field based – machine service or repair as instructed by the customer

 

Skills & Experience

  • CERT III Heavy Vehicle / Mobile Plant Qualification
  • Post-trade experience in a similar role including on mine sites
  • Experience with surface mine drills
  • Caterpillar/Bucyrus product knowledge and maintenance experience
  • Strong communication skills and dedication to safe work practices
  • Excellent diagnostic and repair skills and a strong commitment to service excellence

 

Roster and Rem

7x7 roster  - Even time roster

Hourly rate from $64.11 OT rate from $96.17

This rates includes allowances
 

 

Benefits

  • Competitive remuneration
  • 5 weeks annual leave per year
  • Tool of Trade vehicle
  • Job security and serious potential for advancement
  • Refer a friend program – work alongside your mates and receive $1000 for each successful referral, $3000 for trades!
  • Annual Remuneration and performance review
  • Discounted CAT Hand Tools
  • Fitness Passport for the whole family
  • Income protection with 24/7 coverage
  • 12 weeks paid parental leave
  • Online Learning Library to support your continued development
  • Opportunities for progression with pathways to field services, sales and leadership roles
  • Dealership network with opportunities for short term or permanent transfers
  • Salary Packaging + Novated leases
  • Ability to purchase additional annual leave

 

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If you believe you have the skills and experience to succeed in this role, please submit your cover letter and resume for consideration via the link.

For further information regarding this role, please contact our Recruitment team on 1300 797 028

At WesTrac, our primary focus is our people. As we look to the future, we’re focused on harnessing the best talent and providing them with the support they need to achieve success.

WesTrac is a member of the Diversity Council of Australia and recognises the value of and strongly support the principles of equal employment opportunities in the workplace, and we are committed to achieving a diverse and engaged workforce. We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from female, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island candidates.

WesTrac is an endorsed employer for women via WORK180 - who have reviewed our policies, processes, and initiatives to certify that we are an organisation that supports diversity, inclusion and equality.

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