Heavy Diesel Technician

The Position

We are currently seeking to employ Heavy Diesel Technicians to carry out all aspects of plant mechanical maintenance on the Emeco fleet at Burton Mine in the Bowen Basin, QLD. Reporting to the Maintenance Supervisor and Leading Hands, you will have the opportunity to work with an experienced team of qualified heavy earthmoving maintenance personnel.

We Offer

• Benefit from secure permanent employment, competitive hourly rate, financial Incentives, leave entitlements, salary sacrificing, referral bonus and more
• Improve your work like balance on a 7/7 day/night roster
• Full Camp Facilities and uniform provided
• Bus offered out of Mackay 
• A challenging and rewarding opportunity at a progressive and agile resources company
• The opportunity to work on a range of machines including Caterpillar, Komatsu and Hitachi and further your experience in the mining industry

You will be responsible for, but not limited to:

• Ongoing maintenance and optimisation of Emeco’s heavy earthmoving fleet.
• Working safely and adhering to relevant HSE policy and procedures to minimise the risk of injury to yourself and others 
• Ensuring all maintenance and optimisation targets are met on time and within budget.
• Working with Emeco customers and stakeholders to meet larger organisational objectives.

What we are looking for

• A strong commitment to health and safety
• Proven post-trade experience with heavy earthmoving equipment; namely Caterpillar, Komatsu and Hitachi
• High level of understanding of maintenance and reliability principles
• Strong analytical mindset and solution focused attitude
• Ability to work as part of a cohesive team
• A keen eye for detail, presentation and craftsmanship

Requirements

• Hold a current Driver's License 
• Recognised National Heavy Vehicle Mechanic / Fitter Trade Qualification
• Current Standard 11
• Current or, ability to fulfil requirements of coal board medical
• Licence to conduct high risk work with dogging, rigging, crane and work platform classifications.

Location

Burton Mine, Bowen Basin QLD

 Emeco employees benefit from a culture that supports a safe, modern and secure working environment, favourable working conditions, training and development opportunities, career advancement opportunities, plus competitive financial benefits.

With an exciting and bright future, Emeco is an excellent choice for anyone seeking a rewarding career in the mining &/or heavy earth moving industry!

How to Apply

Shortlisting will begin immediately, so apply via the link (beside this ad), completing the application form with your resume (including any relevant certificates/licenses), demonstrating your experience and its relation to the criteria above.

If you have any questions in relation to this role, please do not hesitate to contact Kate - 0418 906 650.

Emeco is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer  - we encourage applicants who identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander to apply. Due to the high volume of applications received for our advertised positions, only those applicants who are short listed will be contacted. To those applicants not short listed, we extend our appreciation for considering Emeco as a potential employer.

To learn more about Emeco

www.emecogroup.com/careers/working-at-emeco/

Emeco was founded in 1972 and is listed on the Australian Securities Exchange (ASX: EHL). We have operations in all key mining regions of Australia and our customers include mining companies and contractors across coal, gold, copper, bauxite and iron ore. Emeco also owns new model ancillary heavy earthmoving equipment rental company, Matilda Equipment.

Please note: Agency referrals will not be accepted at this point of time.