Eleanor Russell

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Heavy Diesel Fitter – Residential

Industry

Infrastructure & Mining

Salary/Rate

AU$60 - AU$65 per hour + + super

Location

VIC

Type

Full Time

Join a close-knit team at a high-grade underground mine near Bendigo. Enjoy job security, career growth, a lifestyle-friendly roster; DIDO or relocate

  • Join a reputable mine offering long-term stability and opportunities to upskill
  • Enjoy a family friendly 7:7 roster
  • Return to your owne bed each night - DIDO or relocation assistance provided

The Opportunity and Why Apply


This is a great opportunity for those looking to advance their career in the underground mining sector while working with innovative and technical equipment.

  • Permanent, long-term role with job security
  • Lifestyle-friendly 7:7 roster
  • Upskilling opportunities on underground mining equipment (no previous mining experience required)
  • Training and career development options to help you grow within the industry
  • Be part of a supportive, family-oriented team culture
  • Strong earning potential and the chance to secure a permanent position with the mine

The Company


Join a highly respected underground hard rock mining project just outside Bendigo, where you'll be part of a dynamic team with a strong reputation in the industry. This mine is known for fostering positive work relationships, promoting work-life balance, and providing a supportive, close-knit mining community.

  • Approximately 350 employees, all residential to the region, enjoying a healthy work-life balance
  • A high-grade, well-established mine with a long history in the region
  • Tight-knit teams with an excellent culture across the site
  • Job security at a mine with a bright future and continuous opportunities for career advancement

DIDO Options - Relocate and Enjoy Regional Living
For those interested in relocating, this is your chance to experience the best of both worlds.

  • Accommodation in a shared house for your first 12 weeks while you find your own property
  • Enjoy a seamless transition to the Bendigo area with support to settle in

Relocate to Bendigo


Looking for a change of pace? Bendigo, located just 90 minutes from Melbourne, offers a fantastic regional lifestyle without sacrificing proximity to the city.

  • Return home each evening to your own bed in a relaxed, welcoming community
  • Just a 20-minute drive to the mine, with schools, sports facilities, healthcare, and community activities nearby
  • A well-connected town of over 100,000 residents, balancing the best of both city and regional living

Depending on your lifestyle, there are opportunities to relocate to the surrounding areas as well - including Kilmore and Sunbury.

The Role


As a key member of the mobile plant maintenance team, you'll report to the Maintenance Supervisor and play an integral role in maintaining the fleet of underground mining machinery. Your duties will include:

  • Workshop duties: servicing, preventive maintenance, major component replacements, repairs, and diagnostics
  • Fieldwork: troubleshooting and fault-finding on-site
  • Working with a range of machinery including UG mining trucks, boggers, drills, ITs, charge-up equipment, and spraymechs

The Roster


A lifestyle-friendly 7-day on, 7-day off roster (12-hour shifts) ensures you have plenty of time to recharge and enjoy your downtime.

Your Value


We are seeking individuals with a trade qualification in Diesel Mechanics or Light Vehicle Mechanics, and the following qualities:

  • Solid workshop skills with diesel machinery, including heavy vehicles or earthmoving equipment experience
  • Strong diagnostic and problem-solving skills
  • Eagerness to learn and grow in the mining industry
  • Ability to work both autonomously and as part of a collaborative team
  • A safety-first mindset and a positive attitude towards work

What's Next?


Applications are being reviewed immediately, and interviews are underway. Apply now or contact Eleanor Russell at 0428 959 789 for more information.

In the past 5 years we have been extremely humbled to have placed over 16,000 people into meaningful employment. This equates to 21 lives enhanced every day!

Eleanor Russell | erussell@marble.com.au | 02 8116 2260

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