HEQ Fitter Mining Site Maintenance Fixing mobile ancillary QLD - iMINCO
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Looking for HEQ Fitter to maintain site mining fleet planned maintenance, breakdown/ field repairs engines transmissions major components Weipa QLD

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Rio Tinto-Weipa QLD

HEQ Fitter Mining Site Maintenance Weipa QLD

  • Brand new mine – work with the latest technology and equipment in HEQ fleet management
  • Opportunity to develop a career whilst enjoying a coastal life style
  • 4, 5, 5 residential lifestyle roster – Weipa

HEQ Fitter Mining Site Maintenance Fixing mobile ancillary QLD

Benefits

  • Domestic relocation assistance on offer
  • Weipa accommodation benefit
  • Five weeks annual leave
  • Remote area allowance
  • Remote area holiday travel assistance
  • Paid parental leave up to 9 months
  • Health cover scheme for employees and their immediate family
  • Salary sacrifice & packaging options – rental, mortgage, super, vehicle
  • Rio Tinto employee share programmed
  • Employee discounts – banking, accommodation, motoring, retail and more.

 About the role

Amrun is located 40km south of the Embley River, between Weipa and Aurukun. At Amrun, you can experience a hybrid lifestyle enjoying the new camp and facilities during shift and relaxing with friends and family in Weipa on your days off. Relocation and a generous accommodation allowance is provided for this role.

This role is a great opportunity for someone who has a strong work ethic, understands the need to get the heavy equipment operating at maximum capacity and a commitment to safety. Working a 4,5,5 straight shift roster and reporting to the Crew Leader, you will be:

  • Fixing mobile ancillary equipment, workshop tooling, fluid delivery systems, and various workshop tasks;
  • Working towards increasing equipment reliability as well as availability;
  • Working on heavy equipment and supporting maintenance of trucks, 776, 777, 785, 992G, 993K loaders and D11 T dozers;
  • Fostering a culture of zero harm and continuous improvement.

To be successfully considered for this role, you will have:

  • A relevant HME Diesel Fitter qualification
  • A manual C class drivers license
  • The ability to communicate effectively within a team environment
  • A strong commitment to safety and zero harm culture
  • The ability to be flexible within the role and adapt to a changing environment.

It will also be beneficial if you have:

  • Dogger / Rigger / Forklift license & HR License
  • Knowledge of SAP
  • Post trade experience in a mining or heavy industrial environment preferred

Where you will be working

Rio Tinto Weipa is located 900km north-west of Cairns on the Gulf of Carpentaria and has been operating for over 50 years. Over the years, it has developed into a vibrant and diverse cultural hub of the Western Cape. Weipa offers a coastal community rich in geographical beauty and cultural heritage that provides families with opportunities to participate in leisure activities, sports and community events.

With a strong sense of community, the region has plenty of natural beauty to offer including the opportunities for boating, fishing, camping and exploring. Construction of the Amrun project, located 40 kilometers south west of Weipa, is currently underway to expand bauxite operations and continue production from one of the world’s premier bauxite deposits.
This expansion will strengthen the economy and provide exciting opportunities for the people of Cape York and Queensland for future generations.

As pioneers in mining and metals, we produce materials essential to human progress.

Long history is filled with firsts. They have developed some of the world’s largest and best quality mines and operations, and there people work in around 35 countries across six continents. Aluminium and copper, diamonds, gold and industrial minerals, iron ore, coal and uranium: materials make up the world around. You’ll find them in smartphones, planes, cars, hospitals and throughout your home.
Creating an inclusive and diverse workforce
They are a diverse team of talented, enthusiastic individuals who foster a culture of inclusion. No matter how they may differ, people share one thing in common.
It’s a belief that work is more rewarding when they are accepted and valued for differences, not judged by them. They all have something to contribute, and it’s this contribution that makes for a great organization and fulfilling career.

Apply today if you want to work with the latest technology and innovation, in an environment where they challenge you to drive positive change.

Please note, in order to be successfully considered for this role you must complete all pre-screening questions.

Apply now!

This is an excellent opportunity for you to advance your career with a leading mining contractor. To apply for this role please follow the link below.

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The Caterpillar 777 is a 100-ton haul truck, typically used in open pit mining, manufactured by Caterpillar Inc. The first model of Caterpillar 777 was introduced in 1974. Its diesel engine is capable of putting out 870 horsepower. The 777D, introduced in 1996, was powered by a 938-horsepower diesel.

This truck is one of the entry-level haul trucks most new operators will learn on. Once competent, they will move up to the larger 785, especially when working on a coal mining site.

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Caterpillar Haul truck 785

The Caterpillar 785 Haul Truck, Dump Truck or off-road truck as they are called in the U.S. are still used across the world in open-cut mining operations. This huge truck has proven it’s worth for many years and has often been the entry-level truck for new operators.

Progressing when competent, operators move up to the larger CAT 793 and CAT 797 truck, giving them the confidence and ability to handle larger load capacities on a range of challenging mine sites.

One of the biggest advantages you can get if you are looking to learn how to drive these big machines is to get to know the finer details.

Learn more about the Caterpillar 785D mining haul truck here.

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