Leading Hand Heavy Diesel Technician

Pit N Portal

Posted on:  16th Oct 2025

We have a very exciting opportunity at a brand-new project that's starting up at Bannockburn which is located in the Yandal Greenstone Belt of WA.

5+ year project with BRAND NEW machines, tooling and workshop. 

  • EARN UP TO $232K PER YEAR + SUPER (based on experience) 
  • 2:1 FIFO ROSTER FROM PERTH OR BUSSELTON (7 DAYS, 7 NIGHTS, 7 OFF)
  • FLY DIRECT TO SITE (ONLY A 5 MINUTE DRIVE TO CAMP)
  • SMALL CREWS 
  • 12% SUPER PAID ON ALL HOURS WORKED
  • DIRECT FLIGHTS TO AND FROM
  • WEEKLY TEAM BBQ’S
  • ON-SITE ACCOMMODATION AND MEALS PROVIDED
  • FORTNIGHTLY PAYS
  • GYM ONSITE
  • 190 HOURS ANNUAL LEAVE
  • $5K REFER A MATE PROGRAM $$$

What your day looks like:

  • Lead a team of 10 – 15 people on day and night shift
  • Ongoing maintenance and optimisation of Emeco’s heavy earthmoving fleet
  • Providing support to the Emeco rental fleet as required
  • 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’ll need from you: 

  • Must have full working rights within Australia 
  • A strong commitment to safety and leadership
  • AMT exposure would be highly advantageous
  • Significant post-trade experience with heavy earthmoving equipment; namely Caterpillar, Komatsu, and Hitachi
  • Prior leadership experience working on a mine site leading a team of 10+ people
  • High level of understanding of maintenance and reliability principles
  • Strong analytical mindset and solution focused attitude
  • Hold a current Australian Driver's License 
  • Recognised National Australian Trade Certificate as a Heavy Diesel Fitter
  • Licence to conduct high risk work with dogging, rigging, crane and work platform classifications (desirable)

The successful candidate will be required to undergo a pre-employment medical, including drug and alcohol screening, and provide a current National Police Check.

Quick, apply now! 

Shortlisting will begin immediately, hit 'Apply Now' or email a copy of your CV and any supporting documents directly at recruitment@emecogroup.com 

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