$44 - $50 AUD hourly
- Work on industry-leading mining equipment
- Overtime available with career growth opportunities
- Permanent role based in Paget, Mackay
Who We Are
NEPEAN Longwall®, a division of the NEPEAN™ Group, partners with customers to design, engineer, manufacture, integrate and support longwall mining equipment and systems. Operating across Queensland and New South Wales, we provide comprehensive lifecycle support, from equipment supply and refurbishment through to maintenance and technical services.
Backed by more than 40 years of engineering excellence, the NEPEAN Group employs over 2,000 people across six continents and delivers innovative, high-value solutions to leading mining, construction and transport companies worldwide.
The Opportunity
NEPEAN Longwall is seeking experienced Mechanical Fitters to join our workshop team in Paget, Mackay on a full-time permanent basis. With a strong pipeline of work and substantial overtime opportunities available, this is an excellent opportunity for motivated tradespeople to build a long-term career while working on industry-leading underground mining equipment within a stable and growing business.
As a Mechanical Fitter, you will be responsible for the assembly, overhaul, refurbishment, maintenance and repair of underground mining equipment and longwall components. You will work alongside a highly skilled team delivering quality outcomes for customers across Australia's mining industry.
What's on Offer?
- Full-time permanent employment with long-term career stability
- Competitive hourly rates
- Significant overtime opportunities to maximise earnings
- Strong and consistent workload with an established project pipeline
- Opportunity to work on industry-leading underground mining equipment
- Modern workshop facilities located in Paget, Mackay
- Supportive, collaborative and safety-focused team culture
- Ongoing training and career development opportunities
- Career progression pathways across the wider NEPEAN Group
- Join a respected Australian-owned business with a reputation for excellence
About You
To be successful in this role, you will have:
- Australian Mechanical Fitter Trade Qualifications
- Experience within mining, heavy industry, manufacturing or industrial maintenance environments
- Strong mechanical aptitude and fault-finding skills
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings
- Commitment to safety, quality and teamwork
- Excellent work ethic and attention to detail
- Highly Regarded Longwall or underground mining equipment experience
- Forklift Licence / Overhead Crane Ticket
- Current Driver's Licence
Why Join NEPEAN Longwall
This role is ideal for Mechanical Fitters seeking:
- Long-term permanent employment
- Strong earning potential with consistent work and overtime opportunities
- Career growth within a leading Australian engineering organisation
- Exposure to industry-leading mining equipment and projects
- A supportive team environment focused on safety and quality
If you're looking to join a respected industry leader and build a rewarding career with genuine development opportunities, we'd love to hear from you. "Apply Now"
NEPEAN believes in diversity and is committed to providing Equal Employment opportunities for all applicants. We welcome applicants from all walks of life, including various socio-economic, cultural, LGBTIQ, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander backgrounds.