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Leading Hand Diesel Fitter

Job description

Spinifex Recruiting is partnering with a leading mining operation in the Parkes region to recruit an experienced Mobile Equipment Maintenance Leading Hand. This is a permanent residential position on a 7/7 roster, Days Only!, offering excellent career development and stability.

The Role:
Reporting to the Mobile Equipment Maintenance Team Leader, you will lead a team responsible for underground mobile equipment maintenance, ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently, and to a high standard.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Allocating tasks, providing technical support, and leading daily maintenance activities

  • Supporting fault diagnosis and ensuring quality repairs

  • Keeping accurate maintenance records and supporting planned maintenance changes

  • Conducting inspections and promoting a Zero Harm culture

About You:

  • Trade qualification (Plant Mechanic, Heavy Vehicle, or Diesel Mechanic)

  • 5+ years' mining or heavy industry experience

  • Previous leadership or Leading Hand experience

  • Strong focus on safety, quality, and teamwork

  • Current C Class Australian Driver's Licence

  • Willingness to relocate to Parkes, Forbes, or nearby areas if needed

Benefits:

  • Competitive salary + performance bonuses

  • Relocation assistance available

  • Salary packaging, life insurance, and health & wellbeing programs

  • Long-term career development opportunities

Apply Now
Ready for your next step? Apply today or contact Sophie at Spinifex Recruiting for a confidential discussion.
or (02) 6361 1112