Digger Fitter

Pit N Portal

Posted on:  18th Sep 2026

Ready for your next challenge with Emeco? We're looking for experienced Digger Specialists with expertise on Liebherr & Hitachi excavators. We also welcome applications from Leading Hands and Maintenance Supervisors looking to get back on the tools.

Why Emeco?

  • Full-Time Package earn up to $300k per year, including superannuation, based on experience and roster selection. Super is paid on ALL hours worked.

  • Roster – Flexible 2:2 roster, with a rotating days and nights schedule

  • Site Location – Goldfields Mine Sites

  • Fifo – From Perth or Capital cities in Australia

  • Onsite Accomodation – Gym, wet and dry mess

  • Fortnightly Pay – Enjoy the convenience of a consistent fortnightly pay cycle

  • Refer a mate program – Receive $5,000 for every qualified tradesperson you refer and successfully gets the job

What your day looks like:

  • Apply your technical expertise to support structured diagnostics and fault-finding across a large mobile fleet.

  • Provide specialist support with a strong focus on Liebherr and Hitachi excavators.

  • Mentor and upskill on-site maintenance teams by sharing your knowledge and practical experience.

  • Work closely with site supervisors to improve team capability and embed best-practice maintenance standards.

  • Drive equipment reliability and frontline maintenance performance where your expertise will make a genuine impact.

What we'll need from you:

  • 5+ years post-trade experience maintaining heavy earthmoving equipment.

  • Extensive hands-on experience with Liebherr and Hitachi hydraulic excavators is essential.

  • Experience with Caterpillar and Komatsu equipment will be highly regarded.

  • Australian recognised Mobile Plant Mechanic / Diesel Fitter Trade Qualification.

  • Previous experience in a Field Service, Leading Hand or Technical Specialist role would be advantageous.

  • Strong communication skills and a collaborative approach to supporting site teams.

Fleet Overview:

  • Excavators: Liebherr 9400, Hitachi EX2600, EX1900, EX900-6, Komatsu PC1250, CAT 374

  • Trucks: CAT 789, 785, 777 & 773, Hitachi EH3500

  • Dozers: CAT D10T & D10T2

  • Loaders: CAT 992 & 992G

  • Graders: CAT 16M & 18M

  • And more!

Apply Now

Shortlisting will commence immediately. Click Apply Now or email your CV and supporting documents to angelica.lumsden@emecogroup.com.

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