HD Mechanic / General Motor Mechanic / Fitter
Job Type: Permanent position | Full time position
Job Description
On behalf of our client, we are advertising. Schlam is a recruitment and flexible workforce solution provider which connects talented people with opportunities throughout Australia and around the world. We specialise in highly skilled roles across a variety of technical, professional, trades and craft disciplines, pairing candidates with industry‑leading projects and organisations on a contract, permanent or secondment basis.
We have multiple vacancies around Western Australia, in metro and regionally. The purpose of hiring HD Mechanic / General Motor Mechanic includes the identification of defective or worn mechanical components or equipment, repair/replacement of worn/faulty components or equipment, and modifications in all aspects of mobile maintenance mining equipment.
Duties & Responsibilities
* Complete plant and equipment pre‑starts
* At commencement of shift attend daily pre‑start meetings
* Perform workshop inspections
* Maintain, overhaul and repair machinery and equipment
* Complete tasks safely and in a timely manner as per instruction
* Complete necessary job documentation
* Complete daily Time and Expense sheets and record all consumables
* Complete all relevant safety documentation
* Report and assist in the analysis of incidents or potential hazards
* Perform all jobs as per “Safe Operational Procedures”
* Maintain equipment and tag if faulty
* Maintain a safe and clean working environment
* Wash and clean LV, trucks and equipment as required for Field Service selection
Qualifications – Licences, Certificates & Competencies
* Trade Certification – Heavy Mobile Plant, Diesel or similar
* Minimum HR Driver’s Licence
* EWP Certificate
* LF Certificate
* Working at heights ticket – desirable completed in the last 2 years
* Confine Space ticket – desirable completed in the last 2 years
Knowledge, Experience & Skills
* Prior experience with mobile plant maintenance
* Prior experience with cut mining desirable
* Thorough understanding of earthmoving equipment
* Verbal and written communication skills
Critical Behaviours
* Work autonomously
* Able to work in a fast‑paced environment
* Professional at all times
* Pass all medical testing and site clearance requirements
* Can do, will do, done safely ethos
Salary: $40 to $58 p/hr
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