Plumber

Together Works

At Macmahon, you’ll find something different. We’re a successful mining and civil contractor that’s going places – and we want to take you with us. When you join Macmahon, you’re joining a quality team that’s built together, and built to last.  

Surface Mining Australia, Macmahon's largest operating company, delivers high-quality open-cut mining solutions across Australia, driven by operational excellence, strong safety performance, and deep industry expertise. Our people are the backbone of our capability, enabling us to partner closely with clients to sustainably deliver value every day. 

Our maintenance teams take pride in keeping our sites operating safely and efficiently. You’ll work with skilled people, who look out for each other and take pride in doing the job right. Together, we keep our fleet safe and reliable.   

About the Role 

Maintenance Plumber working at the Nifty Copper Project is to maintain all camp and mine site Non-Processing Infrastructure water supply, wastewater and gas fitting in compliance with all statutory laws.   

• Location: Nifty Copper Project in Pilbara Region


• Roster: 8:6 FIFO EX Perth/Nifty)  


• Competitive benefits package including:  


• Paid Parental Leave for primary carers   


• Retail discounts (including homewares, outdoor gear, fuel and groceries)  


• Novated leases  


• Comprehensive wellbeing program 

Responsibilities

• Ensure production targets are met, and plant availability is maintained


• Supervising day-to-day maintenance and project execution on site


• Coordinating contractors, vendors, and internal stakeholders


• Ensuring safety, environmental, and statutory compliance


• Conducting field risk assessments and supporting hazard controls


• Monitoring quality, timelines, and contractor performance


• Supporting procurement of materials, plant, and equipment

What You’ll Bring

• Mechanical or electrical trade or degree, preferably electrical.


• Experience with PLC systems preferably SCADA.


• Qualified as WHS 2022 S26 Site Senior Executive


• Extensive mining maintenance experience of 5+ years


• Demonstrated strong leadership, supervisory and crew coordination skills and proven ability to coach and develop teams  


• Ability to manage competing priorities and work under pressure in a production environment  


• Hold or be willing to obtain statutory supervisor certificate  


• SAP Maintenance Management System experience highly regarded


• Demonstrated diagnostics and trouble shooting ability


• Computer literacy and sound numeracy/literacy skills 

Why Macmahon?  

Be part of a quality team that’s built to last. Our culture is grounded in respect, teamwork and real mateship. 

Opportunities to grow your skills and progress your career. Learn from people who know their stuff and want to see you succeed. 

Keen to bring your skills to a team that backs you? Apply now.  

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