Leading Hand / Mechanical Fitter

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We are currently seeking an experienced Leading Hand Mechanical Fitter who can work hands on, while overseeing machine rebuilds at Hunter Valley.

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Fitters, Turners & Machinists

Company: Komatsu Mining

Location: Newcastle, Maitland & Hunter

Work type: Full Time

Salary: n\a

Phone: +61-8-4627-5947

Fax: +61-2-8482-6298

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We are currently looking for an experienced Leading Hand Mechanical Fitter who can take on the challenge of working hands on, while overseeing underground development machine rebuilds at our Hunter Valley facility in Rutherford.

Reporting to the Team Leader, duties will include but are not limited to:

  • Take the lead with safe working practices to ensure superior levels of safety and housekeeping are obtained - achieve zero lost time injuries in workshop
  • Work on a rotating day/afternoon shift roster
  • Coordinate personnel, while working hands on to execute assigned work to required standards
  • Ensure standard work practices and procedures are followed
  • Attend safety meetings and carry out safety observations
  • Assist in the control of consumable and tooling usage to minimise wastage
  • Assist in the review of daily timesheets from shop floor personnel
  • Ensure Corporate Engineering Standards are met
  • Assist the team leader in monitoring of monthly performance KPI’s and develop improvement strategies.

To be successful in this position, the following skills and experience are desired:

  • Relevant trade qualification in a mechanical, and/or hydraulic related trade
  • Minimum five (5) years workshop or mine site experience
  • Previous experience working as a leading hand or similar
  • Demonstrated experience in fault finding and maintaining hydraulic systems
  • Experience working on Joy miners, shuttle cars and feeder breakers
  • Sound computer skills – Word, Excel, Kronos, SAP would be beneficial
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Strong customer service orientation
  • Demonstrated ability to prioritise and plan jobs. 

Komatsu offers a zero harm culture in the work place, competitive remuneration package, interesting and diverse experience with opportunities to grow professionally in a progressive learning environment. 

All applications must be supported by an up-to-date resume and cover letter. Candidates should address each of the selection criteria listed above when submitting an application for this role. 

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.

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