HD Fitter
Thiess · Newcastle, New South Wales, Australia
- On site
- Full-time
- A$80,000 / year
- Newcastle, New South Wales, Australia
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Job highlights
- Maintain large mining equipment.
- Work a 5/4 4/5 5/5 roster.
- Perform repairs and component changes.
- Utilize technical manuals and systems.
- Join Thiess for career growth.
About the role
Heavy Diesel Fitter at Thiess
Thiess is looking for a Heavy Diesel Fitter to join their team at Mount Pleasant Operations. This role is crucial for fleet maintenance and management, operating on a 5/4 4/5 5/5 lifestyle roster with 12-hour day, night, and weekend shifts.
About The Role
In this position, you will be responsible for the servicing, repair, and maintenance of large-scale mobile mining equipment. This includes Liebherr excavators (R9600, R9400, R996, R9350), Komatsu excavators (PC7000), CAT and Komatsu haul trucks, dozers, and other ancillary equipment. Your duties will involve general maintenance, addressing breakdowns, performing services, and executing component changeouts to high standards. You will also source technical information from manuals and computer systems, maintain housekeeping standards, and conduct inspections to maximize equipment utilization.
About You
- Trade Qualified Plant Mechanic Certificate III Automotive Mechanical Technology (Heavy Vehicle Mobile Equipment) or similar.
- Post-trade experience in the Mining or Heavy Earth Moving industry.
- Experience in general maintenance, breakdowns, component changeouts, and servicing of Heavy Earth Moving Equipment.
- Demonstrated experience with Liebherr and CAT large earthmoving equipment.
What Thiess Can Do For You
- Permanent full-time positions.
- Even time, lifestyle rosters.
- Commitment to training & development.
- Salary sacrifice options (Flights & novated leasing).
- Range of corporate discounts (health insurance, travel, retail).
About Us
Thiess operates in open-cut and underground mining across Australia, Asia, and the Americas. Inspired by the pioneering spirit of its founders, Thiess aims to harness people and technology for sustainable change. The company is expanding its commodities portfolio to include metals and minerals vital for the global energy transition and is developing sustainable mining services. Thiess fosters a culture of curiosity, knowledge-sharing, and continuous learning, empowering employees to grow through mentorship and training. They are committed to diversity and inclusion, ensuring everyone feels safe, included, and empowered.
Key skills/competency
- Heavy Diesel Fitter
- Mining Equipment Maintenance
- Mobile Equipment Repair
- Hydraulic Systems
- Mechanical Troubleshooting
- Component Replacement
- Preventative Maintenance
- CAT Equipment
- Liebherr Equipment
- Komatsu Equipment
Skills & topics
- Heavy Diesel Fitter
- Heavy Equipment Mechanic
- Mining Equipment Maintenance
- Plant Mechanic
- Diesel Mechanic
- Mobile Equipment Repair
- Heavy Earthmoving Equipment
- Liebherr
- CAT
- Komatsu
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight your trade qualification and extensive experience with Liebherr, CAT, and Komatsu heavy earthmoving equipment. Emphasize your background in mining or heavy earthmoving industries, focusing on general maintenance, breakdowns, and component changeouts.
- Showcase technical skills: Detail your proficiency in servicing, repairing, and maintaining large-scale mobile mining equipment, referencing specific models mentioned in the job description. Quantify achievements where possible, such as improved equipment utilization or reduced downtime.
- Address the roster: Explicitly state your availability and suitability for the 5/4 4/5 5/5 lifestyle roster, including 12-hour day, night, and weekend shifts.
- Prepare for pre-employment checks: Understand that Thiess requires employment references, a National Police Check, and a medical assessment as part of their pre-employment process.
- Apply directly: Use the 'Apply' button or link provided to submit your application through the Thiess careers portal.
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Frequently asked questions
- What are the main responsibilities of a Heavy Diesel Fitter at Thiess' Mount Pleasant Operations?
- As a Heavy Diesel Fitter at Thiess' Mount Pleasant Operations, your primary responsibilities include performing the servicing, repair, and maintenance of large-scale mobile mining equipment. This involves general maintenance, addressing breakdowns, component changeouts, and ensuring equipment is kept in optimal working condition according to Thiess' systems and documentation.
- What kind of roster can I expect as a Heavy Diesel Fitter with Thiess?
- This role operates on a lifestyle roster of 5 days on, 4 days off; 4 days on, 5 days off; and 5 days on, 5 days off. The shifts are 12 hours and include day, night, and weekend work.
- What qualifications and experience are essential for the Heavy Diesel Fitter role at Thiess?
- To be considered for this role, you must be a Trade Qualified Plant Mechanic with a Certificate III in Automotive Mechanical Technology (Heavy Vehicle Mobile Equipment) or equivalent. Significant post-trade experience in the Mining or Heavy Earth Moving industry, with specific experience in general maintenance, breakdowns, and component changeouts on heavy earthmoving equipment, particularly Liebherr and CAT large equipment, is essential.
- What equipment will I be working on as a Heavy Diesel Fitter at Thiess?
- You will be working on large-scale mobile mining equipment, including Liebherr R9600, R9400, R996, R9350 Excavators, Komatsu PC7000 Excavators, CAT drill fleet, CAT Trucks, and Komatsu 930E Trucks and Dozers, along with other ancillary equipment.
- What are the benefits of working as a Heavy Diesel Fitter for Thiess?
- Thiess offers permanent full-time positions, an even-time lifestyle roster, and a strong commitment to training and development. Additional benefits include salary sacrifice options for flights and novated leasing, as well as a range of corporate discounts on health insurance, travel, and retail products.
- How can I prepare my resume for the Heavy Diesel Fitter position at Thiess?
- To prepare your resume for this Heavy Diesel Fitter role at Thiess, ensure you clearly list your trade qualification and highlight your hands-on experience with specific large mining equipment like Liebherr and CAT. Detail your experience in maintenance, breakdowns, and component changes within the mining or heavy earthmoving sectors.
- What is the application process after I apply for the Heavy Diesel Fitter job at Thiess?