Longwall Fitters Underground Coal Mining - iMINCO Mining

Longwall Fitters Underground Coal Mining Emerald & Capella community

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Longwall Fitters�for immediate start – Rio Tinto

One Key Resources are assisting Rio Tinto at their Kestrel Mine to help find skilled labour and to assist the Emerald & Capella community through providing local employment opportunities and long term work for locals.

Due to increased operational demands, experienced�Longwall Fitters are needed for an immediate start.

For the right people, expect to complete maintenance tasks on CAT Longwall Equipment while working a 5/4/5/5 roster within a production crew.

This role is a great opportunity for an enthusiastic and highly motivated individual seeking new challenges. To be successful in this job you have as always to be safety-minded, have high level of skill in Underground Coal Mining and be an active member of the Emerald and Capella community.

Role Responsibilities include

  • Fault finding, diagnose & repairing and/ or replacing components as required
  • Accurately complete all required daily activity and safety reporting
  • Maintain plant and equipment, ensuring compliance with regulations and site requirements

In return, these positions offer

  • Immediate Start – Long Term Employment Opportunity
  • $70.00 Per Hour + Super on all hours worked
  • 12 hour shifts – Bus to and from site
  • Lifestyle Roster – 5/4/5/5
  • Residential role – Be home every night!
  • Laundry Service
  • Local onsite point of contact

The Successful candidates will have

  • Demonstrated experience as a Longwall Fitter completing maintenance tasks on
    • CAT Automated Longwall Equipment, Outbye Conveyor System and Diesel maintenance
  • Trade Qualifications
    • Australian Recognised Trade Certificate – Mechanical Fitter / Diesel Fitter
    • Post Trade Explosion Protected Diesel Engine Systems (DES)
    • Post Trade Hydraulics – Desired
  • Verified Underground Coal competencies
  • Current QLD Underground Coal Board Medical
  • Current Underground Standard 11 Induction Training Statement of Attainment
  • Proof of Australian working entitlement (e.g. Birth Certificate, Passport or Citizenship Certificate)
  • Demonstrate a strong safety culture
  • Ability to work as a part of a cohesive team
  • Ability to pass a Pre-Employment Medical

If you are searching for a genuine career opportunity with Rio Tinto and are an active community resident searching for stable work, then send in your application

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