Heavy Diesel Fitter

BUMA Australia


Date: 10 hours ago
City: Moranbah, Queensland
Contract type: Part time
Title: Heavy Diesel Fitter

Requisition ID: 2977

Department: Maintenance

Join Goonyella as a Heavy Diesel Fitter—repair & maintain CAT, Komatsu, Hitatchi & Liebherr gear in the field and workshop.

About Us

BUMA's vision is to build a modern mining and rehabilitation company that drives growth. BUMA Australia adopts a relationship-focused, long-term strategy for project success. We consistently deliver value to clients throughout all mining stages, leveraging expertise and equipment for comprehensive surface operation services.

About The Role

We are seeking an experienced Heavy Diesel Fitter to join our dynamic maintenance team at Goonyella. Reporting to the Maintenance Supervisor, your duties will include:

Key Responsibilities

  • Performing critical repairs and proactive maintenance on BUMA’s mobile fleet at Goonyella, featuring industry-leading Caterpillar, Komatsu, Liebherr and Hitachi mining equipment.
  • Playing a key role in maintaining site productivity by supporting planned shutdowns, routine servicing, emergency breakdowns, and in-depth diagnostic work.
  • Troubleshooting and resolving mechanical issues across engines, transmissions, hydraulics, and other essential systems on heavy vehicles and plant equipment.
  • Implementing strategic preventative maintenance to maximize machinery performance, reliability, and operational efficiency.
  • Delivering high-quality repairs both in the field and within the workshop, ensuring minimal downtime and keeping equipment operational.

About You

  • Recognised trade qualifications as a Diesel Fitter or Heavy Vehicle Mechanic.
  • Extensive experience in a similar role within the mining or heavy industry sector.
  • Proven experience working on Caterpillar, Hitachi, Liebherr and Komatsu mining equipment.
  • Strong problem-solving skills, initiative, and the ability to thrive in high-pressure environments.
  • A proactive approach to safety, with a proven track record of adhering to and promoting workplace safety standards.
  • Excellent teamwork and communication skills.

Working At BUMA

BUMA Australia is a people focused business, with a strong focus on safety, training, development and continuous improvement. As a BUMA employee you will have access to;

  • 7/7 Roster (rotating day & night) with a shorter last day!
  • Ability to live residentially if residing in Moranbah
  • BIBO from Mackay to Moranbah
  • Salary Packaging available for FIFO
  • Discounts on health insurance, retail and fuel through BUMA Lab
  • Salary sacrifice packaging and Novated leasing available
  • Annual pay increase
  • $66.00 - $77.42 Hourly + Super + Benefits. Rate dependent upon skills, experience and years of service in Coal.

Goonyella

Located in the Bowen Basin of Central Queensland, BMA’s Goonyella Mine is one of Queensland’s largest coal mines. It is situated approximately 30 kilometres from the town of Moranbah.

BUMA Australia provide labour, supervision, technical support and mobile plant to perform truck and excavator pre-strip operations.

To be considered for this opportunity please click “Apply Now” to submit your application!

All final applicants for this position will be asked to consent to a police check. Please note that people with criminal records are not automatically barred from applying for this position. Each application will be considered on its merits.

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