Field Service Technician - Underground Diesel Mechanic

Bis Industries is a logistics company serving the resources sector across 50 sites in Australia. We offer technology-enabled haulage, materials handling, specialised equipment hire, and value chain solutions. Since 1915, Bis has focused on customer-driven innovations to optimise operations. Our passionate and inventive team upholds values of fairness, openness, and integrity, fostering a supportive, inclusive, and engaging work environment. This commitment ensures both the success of our people and the satisfaction of our customers.

  
What are we looking for?
 
We are looking for skilled Underground Diesel Mechanics for our Field Service Divisions to assist with the maintenance and repair of underground equipment, working closely with Site Workshop Supervisors to ensure efficient operations. You'll be tasked with promptly addressing breakdowns, conducting routine maintenance, and sourcing spare parts as needed.
  
Alongside this, you'll also be responsible for servicing and maintaining mobile plant and underground equipment.  We are also looking for those who can prioritise safety at all times, adhering to proper work methods and maintaining high levels of housekeeping. The successful candidates will ensure that all paperwork is completed accurately and on time, while also communicating any defects or resource needs to supervisors promptly. It’s what you make of it so being process driven and accountable for your work is crucial.
  

What is in it for you?
  
We will provide you with a tool of trade vehicle, fuel card, accommodation, site allowances and living away from home allowance. These positions will require travel to various sites across the NSW & QLD Coal Fields including the Hunter, Gunnedah, Illawarra, Central West, Central Queensland and the Bowen Basin. Your residential location is negotiable, we can find a location close to you! Our rosters give you a work life balance so you can have more time with your family and the community.

The successful candidate will possess:

• Mechanical Trade Qualification as a Heavy Vehicle Mechanic/ or equivalent is preferred
• Explosion Protected Diesel Engine Systems Maintenance (DES) Certificate
• Qualified Diesel Fitter with experience in Underground Coal Equipment
• Experience performing breakdown, servicing and general maintenance of a variety of underground mobile plant (hydraulic experience desirable)
• Current Drivers License (C Class)
• Strong focus on safety and quality of work
• Ability to take ownership of each job and be responsible for meeting timeframes
• Motivated and hardworking, with a professional attitude
• Company and customer focused
• Have excellent troubleshooting and fault-finding abilities
• Be autonomous, able to operate independently, and unsupervised
• Be able to communicate clearly, concisely, and respectfully to onsite clients and other tradespersons

 
Why work for Bis?

In addition to providing a competitive salary, we provide job security with long-term (and long standing) existing customer contracts. Some of the benefits of working for Bis include:

• Novated Leases of Motor Vehicles through SGFleet
• Medibank Private Health Insurance Corporate Discounts
• Income Protection with Australian Super
• Paid Parental Leave (Up to 18 Weeks’ Pay for Primary Carer)
• Employee Referral Programs (between $1000 to $2500)
• Corporate Discounts on Motor Vehicle Purchases with Toyota (Mackay)
• Corporate Discounts with Hertz Australia for car rental
• Education Assistance

 
About our recruitment process

At Bis, we are committed to employing individuals who align with our values. These values speak to the heart of who we are as an employer, a partner to our customers, a brand and a corporate citizen. They help shape our culture and guide our actions. As such, they drive our collective purpose to deliver, every day.

As part of our recruitment process, there are a number of checks which may be conducted to demonstrate your suitability for a role. These include but are not limited to National Police Checks, medical, drug and alcohol testing, due diligence checks, right to work checks, and/or reference checks.