DIESEL FITTER - MINE SITE!

MacKellar Group

  • Mining / Oil & Gas / Utilities
  • Engineering & Maintenance
  • Middlemount
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • Up to $79ph DIDO/FREE BIBO from Mackay/Rockhampton | 7/7 Rotating Roster
  • PERMANENT OPPORTUNITY | OPTIONAL OVERTIME AVAILABLE
  • Long term project with well-established workshop facilities | Meals, Camp, PPE

Join MacKellar

With over 50 years of experience in mining and civil earthmoving, MacKellar is a trusted name in the resources sector, delivering maintenance and equipment solutions across some of Australia's leading operations.

As part of our long-standing partnership at Middlemount Mine, we're seeking experienced Heavy Diesel Fitters and Plant Mechanics to join our maintenance team. This is a permanent opportunity offering excellent earning potential, a balanced roster and long-term career stability.

What's on Offer

  • Competitive rates up to $79ph + super
  • Superannuation paid on every rostered hour
  • Permanent full-time employment
  • 7/7 rotating roster (days and nights)
  • Overtime opportunities available
  • Camp accommodation and meals provided
  • Tools and PPE supplied
  • Salary packaging options available
  • Long-term project security
  • Modern workshop facilities and well-maintained equipment

The Opportunity

Working within a high-performing maintenance team, you will be responsible for maintaining fleet reliability and equipment availability across a large mobile mining fleet. Your contribution will be critical to ensuring equipment remains safe, productive and operationally ready.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Performing scheduled servicing, inspections and preventative maintenance
  • Diagnosing mechanical faults and carrying out repairs efficiently
  • Completing component replacements, overhauls and major rebuilds
  • Responding to breakdowns and minimising equipment downtime
  • Identifying maintenance improvements to maximise fleet performance
  • Completing maintenance documentation and compliance requirements
  • Working collaboratively with operations and maintenance personnel
  • Adhering to all site safety standards, policies and procedures

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have:

  • Trade qualification as a Heavy Diesel Fitter or Plant Mechanic
  • Proven post-trade experience within mining, civil or heavy industry environments
  • Strong experience maintaining heavy earthmoving or mining equipment
  • Current Standard 11 and Coal Board Medical, or the ability to obtain
  • Current Queensland Driver's Licence
  • Strong fault-finding and diagnostic skills
  • Commitment to safe work practices and quality workmanship

Why MacKellar

MacKellar has proudly supported operations at Middlemount Mine since 2015, providing comprehensive maintenance services and a large equipment hire fleet. Our success is built on experienced people, quality equipment and a culture focused on safety, teamwork and continuous improvement.

Guided by our values of Integrity, Caring, Respect and Courage, we provide long-term opportunities where our people can build rewarding careers while working alongside industry-leading teams.

If you're looking for a permanent role with excellent rates, roster balance and long-term stability, we'd love to hear from you.

We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates.

Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.