Mechanical Fitter (FIFO Role)

Support Vehicles Australia is a leading Design and Manufacture organisation supplying bespoke heavy equipment to key clients primarily in the Mining Industry within Western Australia.

SVA was established in 2002 and has been supplying a quality product to our customers whilst providing a safe, secure and family friendly work environment to our employees.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Trade Qualified Mechanical Fitter or Hydraulic Fitter to join our Newman Site Services Team.

SVA employees enjoy the benefits of ongoing training and support, regular performance reviews, access to shopping discounts and rewards (via Employment Hero) and regular social interactions by way of BBQ's and sundowners to encourage a supported team network.

In this role, you will provide on the ground support to our clients in the Pilbara Area, servicing remote mine sites as required including warranty repairs, ongoing services, service truck training/handover and commissioning.

On site training in Bassendean workshop as required prior to FIFO.

The ideal candidate will:

• Have a current Drivers Licence
• Be self motivated with a willingness to learn
• Excellent problem solver
• Experience in reading and understanding schematics
• Excellent communication skills, including computer and phone skills
• A great team player with a dedication to provide excellent customer service to our valuable clients
• Proven experience in a similar role

Current tickets desirable:

• Confined space
• Gas Test Atmosphere
• Working at heights
• Demonstrate Fire Attack Training
• Trade Certificate (requirement of role)

The successful candidate will enjoy the benefits of:

• 8/6 Roster or 2/1 Roster from Perth to Newman
• A safe and diverse working environment
• Exposure to working on a variety of mobile mining support service equipment
• Experience in the mining and mining services industry
• Secure employment
• Friendly and supportive team.
• $60-65 per hour flat rate
• Frequent flyer rewards (Qantas/Virgin)

Support Vehicles Australia is an equal opportunity employer and people from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply.