Fleet Fitter

All vacancies of AustraliaTrades & ServicesFleet Fitter

Seeking a Drill Fitter to work on Surface (UDR) and Underground (Boart Longyear LM) Rigs, as well as associated equipment and vehicles.

Summary about this job

Fitters, Turners & Machinists

Company: Boart Longyear

Location: Brisbane

Work type: Full Time

Salary: Base + Super and Meals, Acomm. and Flights

Phone: +61-2-5276-5725

Fax: +61-8-7522-6261

E-mail: n\a

Site:

Detail information about job Fleet Fitter. Terms and conditions vacancy

  • FIFO from Brisbane, 7:7 Roster (day shift only)
  • Split position alternating between two sites in Regional Queensland
  • Permanent, Full-Time Position with Leave Benefits

Fleet Field Mechanic (Drill Rig Maintenance)

Boart Longyear is the world's leading provider of drilling services, drilling equipment, and performance tooling for mining and drilling companies globally. The company's Global Drilling Services division operates in over 40 countries with a diverse mining customer base spanning a wide range of commodities, including copper, gold, nickel, zinc, uranium, and other metals and minerals.

We are currently seeking a Drill Fitter to work on Surface and Underground Rigs, as well as associated equipment and vehicles, with an immediate start. We are looking for candidates who are driven, with a strong commitment to Health & Safety, and have a strong team focus.

The successful candidate will work a Fly-in/Fly-out roster consisting of 7 Days on-site and 7 Days off-site. Flights will be provided from Brisbane to site. Shifts are 12-hour dayshifts.

The position will be split between two sites in Regional Queensland, alternating between Moranbah and Dugald River.

About the Role

Typical day-to-day tasks include:

  • Maintenance and repairs to Boart Longyear’s Underground ‘LM’ range of Drill Rigs, and Surface UDR range, as well as associated equipment (i.e. Sullair compressors).
  • Maintenance and repairs to Light and Heavy Vehicles (i.e. Landcruisers).
  • Completion of Preventative Maintenance tasks and records.
  • Maintaining adequate stock levels of spare parts.
  • Time and maintenance record keeping.
  • Work order creation.

Key requirements

  • Solid previous experience carrying out Drill Maintenance essential. Experience with UDR Surface Drill and Boart Longyear ‘LM’ range of Underground Drill experience highly advantageous.
  • Knowledge and understanding of electronic control systems.
  • Qualifications in related field i.e. Diesel or Mechanical Fitter certification.
  • Solid background carrying out maintenance and repairs to light and heavy vehicles.
  • Fire-suppression qualification not essential but highly advantageous.
  • Current and valid HR class Driver’s License, or willing and able to obtain within 3 weeks of start.
  • National Police Clearance (less than 3 months old), or willing to obtain one.
  • Current First Aid and CPR certificate, or willing to obtain one.
  • Demonstrated personal commitment to safety.

In return, you will receive:

  • Competitive shift rates, with annual/sick/personal leave entitlements.
  • Flights (from Brisbane), site accommodation, and all meals provided.
  • Working for one of the world's leading providers of drilling products and services in their SA operations.

If you are interested in this excellent career opportunity, please apply now!

Responds for Fleet Fitter on FaceBook

Read all comments for Fleet Fitter. Leave a respond Fleet Fitter in social networks. Fleet Fitter on Facebook, LinkedIn and Google+