Heavy Diesel Fitters Mobile Maintenance Workshop Newman

About BHP

At BHP we support our people to grow, learn, develop their skills and reach their potential. With a global portfolio of operations, we offer a diverse and inclusive environment with extraordinary career opportunities. Our strategy is to focus on creating a safe work environment where our employees feel strongly connected to our values and objectives, and where the capability of our people is key to our success.

Come and be a part of this success.

About Operation Services

BHP Operations Services delivers industry leading mining services across BHP operations Australia-wide with specialist capabilities in load and haul, fixed plant maintenance and mobile maintenance.BHP Operations Services has a strong focus on people capability and culture. Our people are our greatest asset and are at the centre of everything that we do. We focus on high performance safety and productivity through our people. With world-class training that is unmatched in the industry and the opportunity to advance your career across locations and commodities, join the team and make your place in BHP.We are investing in our team to take your skills and career to places you never thought possible. This is an exciting time for BHP. Are you ready to make your place?　

About the Role

Join our dynamic Mobile Maintenance team at Newman Operations, situated in the Pilbara Region on the traditional lands of the Nyiyaparli people. 

Due to Capability Growth within the Workshop Team, we are now looking to employ additional Staff on a permanent basis.As a Heavy Diesel Fitter, you will play a crucial role in maintaining the efficiency and reliability of our operations, working with both breakdown and planned maintenance teams. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a leading mining company while advancing your career in a supportive environment.

Your responsibilities include but not limited to: 

• Performing preventative and breakdown maintenance on heavy surface mining equipment.
• Diagnosing faults and conducting repairs and servicing of diesel engines and components primarily on CAT 793F Trucks and CAT 785 Watercarts.
• Supporting continuous improvement through procedure updates and root cause analysis.
• Contributing to a safe and collaborative team environment.

Whether you are an experienced Diesel Fitter seeking your next challenge or a newly trade-qualified professional eager to embark on a rewarding career path, we want to hear from you!

About You 

• Trade qualified Heavy Diesel Fitter
• Ability to commit to 8 days on, 6 days off, followed by 7 nights on, 7 nights off, with FIFO arrangements from Perth.
• Prior exposure to mining or similar heavy industries is preferred.
• Experience with Caterpillar equipment is desirable.
• Experience in maintaining and diagnosing mobile equipment is highly regarded.
• Team-focused, with a strong commitment to safety in the workplace.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a diverse team.

What's On offer?

• Permanent employment with competitive pay and benefits.
• Annual performance bonus paid each September.
• Access to a BHP share match scheme.
• Training and career development opportunities.
• Generous parental leave benefits and a range of leave options.
• Ongoing support for you and your family through our Employee Assistance Program.

About Our Process

At BHP, we are committed to employing individuals who align with the BHP Charter Values and meet the requirements of the role. As part of the recruitment process, there are a number of checks, which may be conducted to demonstrate applicants’ suitability for a role including police / criminal background checks, medical, drug and alcohol testing, due diligence checks, right to work checks, and/or reference checks.

Supporting a Diverse Workforce

At BHP, we recognise that we are strengthened by diversity. We are committed to providing a work environment in which everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect. We are an Equal Opportunity employer and we encourage applications from women and Indigenous people.We know there are many aspects of our employees’ lives that are important, and work is only one of these, so we offer benefits to enable your work to fit with your life. These benefits include flexible working options, a generous paid parental leave policy, other extended leave entitlements and parent rooms.