About Redpath Australia

The Redpath Group is a leading international mining contractor with projects throughout Australia and across the globe.

We specialise in the shaft sinking, mine development, contract mining, raiseboring, underground construction, coal mining, engineering & technical services and specialty services to the underground industry.

 

About the Federation Project

The Federation Decline - underground mine is ramping up again and we are needing experienced Diesel Fitters to join our knit maintenance team.

The Mine is located approximately 15kms South of Nymagee.

Successful applicants will be challenged and rewarded with competitive remuneration packages on offer. A demonstrable strong culture of training and internal promotion will ensure new employees reach their potential quickly while working in NSW for Redpath.

 

About the role

Reporting to the Maintenance Supervisor on your crew you will enjoy working in a large but close-knit team of experienced HD Fitters.

Your position as a heavy diesel fitter will see you working across the surface workshop, underground service bays with field, and breakdown work included, machinery consisting of a fleet of Sandvik Jumbos, Cable bolters, Loaders and Trucks, Normet Spray rigs, Agi Trucks and Charge up Rigs plus more.

 

Your duties will be varied and involve:

• Undertaking scheduled and preventative maintenance, repairs, and fitting parts
• Attending breakdowns, fault finding and diagnostic work, and providing technical support
• Working within safety guidelines, policies, and procedures

FIFO & DIDO options including a DIDO allowance for locals

Roster on Offer: 2 weeks on, 2 weeks off roster, rotating day and night.

 

Your duties will be varied and involve:

• Undertaking scheduled and preventative maintenance, repairs, and fitting parts
• Attending breakdowns, fault finding and diagnostic work, and providing technical support
• Working within safety guidelines, policies, and procedures

 

Your Value

The ideal candidate will come from a heavy vehicle background, develop or continue your career in underground mining.

• Heavy vehicle/diesel fitting trade qualification
• Hold a valid Australian Drivers Licence + able to obtain a National Police Check within 3 months
• Able to contribute and work well within a supportive and dynamic crew culture
• A work ethic and attitude in keeping with Redpath's motto Consider it done — safely.

 

The opportunity & why apply?

The position is full time and long-term with full job security, holidays and sick leave accrued. You will receive ongoing support and training and enjoy the following benefits:

• Great hourly rates + super paid on all hours
• Your desired even time roster to enjoy work life balance
• Continual training, progression, and support to help you reach your goals in the industry.

 

In return you can expect

• Family friendly lifestyle roster 
• Career paths through internal promotions 
• Competitive hourly rate with annual leave, sick leave 
• PPE provided
• Modern Camp Facilities 
• Salary Sacrifice for Superannuation and Novated car leasing 
• Discounted health insurance with BUPA 
• Business improvement and innovation rewards 
• Reimbursement for prescription safety glasses (up to $200) 
• Employee Assistance (4 sessions per annum), well-being assistance that’s free for all the family 
• Investment in training in OEM Accredited Trade Courses