Diesel Fitter (Mining)

Salary - $170,000 plus $10k bonus for 12 months of service

About Us

Vitrinite Pty Ltd (Vitrinite) is a privately owned company holding an extensive strategic coking coal tenement portfolio within Queensland’s world-class Bowen Basin. Our assets are situated among the world's best-known operating mines, infrastructure and proven economic resources. We are undertaking extensive exploration efforts within our holdings, identifying new deposits of premium coals in the basin as well as investing heavily in ground breaking Highwall Mining Technology. Our HWM300 Highwall Miner equipment will be arriving in Australia this year and will be the first of its kind in Australia.

Vitrinite is a young and progressive company. We strive for excellence in every aspect of our work and take immense pride in the coal industry and the Australian resources sector. We are passionate about coal mining and are accelerating through an exciting growth phase that requires committed people to join our highly skilled team. 

What we Offer

At Vitrinite, you can expect a competitive salary and the privilege of working for an owner operated mine. We also offer: 

• Owner Operated Site
• Competitive Salary
• Retention Bonus of $5k after successfully completing 6-month Probation Period and an additional $5k after 12 months service.
• Exposure to leading maintenance practices and dynamic roles
• Opportunity to have input and shape growing team
• Maintaining fleet of equipment including:
• CAT 789, 785, 777, 773, 988 and 990.
• Hitachi 3600-5 and 3600-6
• Komatsu WA900, WA600, PC290, PC490 and PC850
• Finlay I140 and 893
• HWM300 Highwall Miner  
• Pathways for career progression
• Training Opportunities
• Great Family-like Culture - Annual Company Events

The Role

We are currently seeking Diesel Fitters to join our high performing team at the Vulcan Mine complex, located in the Bowen Basin approximately 45km from Dysart. The role sits within our Maintenance Department and reports to the Maintenance, Processing and Asset Manager. 

Roster:

The position is offered on a 7/7 roster, DIDO or based in Dysart, Central QLD.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Maintenance and servicing of company owned equipment, with a focus on screening and crushing plant, heavy equipment and ancillary gear.
• Breakdown response and ad-hoc tasks as required.
• Facilitate positive interactions with on-site contractor maintenance personnel, and lead work programs with varied resources.
• Work closely with the ROM/production operations team to maintain availability and production of equipment on site.
• Assist civil and construction teams on mine site development activities.
• Reflect and encourage the safety goals of the site.
• Engage with internal and external stakeholders to drive continual improvement.

About the Candidate

We are looking for qualified Diesel Fitters who can work autonomously and actively manage their own projects and priorities. This role specifically requires the following: 

• 3+ years previous Diesel Fitter
• Trade Certificate;
• STD 11;
• Coal Board Medical (CBM);
• Valid DL's;
• Proof of right to work in Australia;
• Commitment to Safety.

Other Requirements

Successful candidates: 

• May be required to complete background screening which may include a criminal check and validation of qualifications.
• Must be able to pass pre-employment medical including drug and alcohol screening.

 Our Commitment

Vitrinite is committed to providing workplace where people bring their whole selves to work. Vitrinite value diversity of thought that comes from employing people from different backgrounds, and welcomes people of all ages, genders, culture and experience.

If you would like any additional information about this role, please email [email protected], alternatively, click the APPLY button and submit your application.