Mechanical Fitter - Processing Facility
Australia, Western Australia
Fulltime: 45 hrs a week
Experience: 2-4 Years
Mining
Introduction
Be part of a world-class resources operation in the Pilbara. As a Mechanical Fitter, you'll contribute to the maintenance and reliability of critical port infrastructure while working within a safety-focused and high-performing team.
What are you going to do
As a Mechanical Fitter, you will be responsible for maintaining, repairing and troubleshooting fixed plant equipment within a busy port operations environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct scheduled maintenance and emergency repairs on ore processing equipment, including conveyors, crushers and screens.
- Manufacture, assemble and repair metal structures and mechanical components associated with ore processing operations.
- Maintain conveyor systems, ensuring alignment, tensioning and lubrication requirements are met.
- Diagnose and rectify mechanical faults to minimise equipment downtime.
- Provide mechanical support to operations teams to maximise equipment reliability and performance.
- Coordinate effectively with maintenance and operational personnel to resolve issues in a timely manner.
- Maintain accurate records of inspections, repairs and maintenance activities.
- Participate in safety meetings, risk assessments and hazard identification processes.
- Adhere to all site safety procedures and compliance requirements.
Roster & Contract Information
- 12-month contract
- Immediate start available
- FIFO roster: 8 days on, 6 days off, then 7 nights on, 7 days off
- Port Hedland based role
- Backfill opportunity within an established maintenance team
Essential skills and knowledgeÂ
To be successful in this role, you will have:
Essential Requirements
- Mechanical Fitter Trade Qualification
- High Risk Work Licence (Forklift, Dogging and/or Basic Rigging)
- Working at Heights certification
- Current Australian Driver's Licence
- Valid MSIC Card or willingness to obtain prior to commencement
- Previous experience maintaining conveyors, crushers, screens or fixed plant equipment
- Strong fault-finding and troubleshooting skills
- Commitment to safety and safe work practices
- Ability to work effectively both independently and within a team
- Strong communication and record-keeping skills
Candidates with experience in mining, ports, bulk materials handling or fixed plant maintenance environments will be highly regarded.
What we offer
- 12-month FIFO opportunity based in Port Hedland
- Work on critical fixed plant equipment including conveyors, crushers and screens
- Attractive roster: 8:6 / 7:7 (days and nights)
- Immediate start available with exposure to large-scale mining and port operations
About Brunel:
Brunel is a recruitment and flexible workforce solution provider which connects talented people with opportunities throughout Australasia and around the world. We specialise in highly skilled roles across a variety of technical, professional, trades and craft disciplines, pairing candidates with industry-leading projects and organisations on a contract, permanent or secondment basis.
Operating in Australasia since 1997, Brunel has major bases of operation in Perth, Sydney, Brisbane, Melbourne and Port Moresby, which are further backed by the strength and reach of a truly global network spanning over 45 countries, 120 offices and 50 years of successful operation.
Brunel is proud to be equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and female candidates.
Do you have questions?
If you have any questions or would like to discuss the details of this role, please contact <Sneha Poranki at p.sneha@brunel.net or +61 8 9429 5645>.