Fleet Mechanic - Workshop

Boart Longyear has been a leading provider of drilling products and services to the global minerals industry for over 125 years. As the industry’s only integrated drilling services and products provider, we combine engineering excellence, global manufacturing facilities and the most experienced drilling services group in the business.

We are currently seeking Fleet Mechanics/Drill Fitters to join our Products Division, working on associated drilling equipment. We are looking for candidates who are driven, with a strong commitment to Health & Safety, and have a strong team focus. 

Previous experience on drill rigs is not essential, providing that you have extensive experience with truck maintenance and hydraulic repairs. The successful candidates will work a Monday-Friday roster in our Adelaide workshop. 

Want to know a little more about the role? Typical day-to-day tasks include:

• Maintenance and repairs to Boart Longyear’s range of Drill Rigs as well as associated equipment.
• Completion of Preventative Maintenance tasks and records.
• Maintaining adequate stock levels of spare parts.
• Time and maintenance record keeping.
• Work order creation.
• Some site travel may be required.

A few other things we’re looking for:

• Solid previous experience carrying out Drill and/or Truck Maintenance. 
• Knowledge and understanding of electronic control systems.
• Knowledge of and ability to fault find hydraulic systems.
• Qualifications in related field i.e. Diesel Mechanic or Mechanical Fitter certification or Heavy duty Truck Mechanics.
• Solid background carrying out maintenance and repairs to light and heavy vehicles.
• Fire-suppression qualification - not essential but highly advantageous.
• Basic computing skills.
• Current and valid HR class Driver’s License, or willing and able to obtain in an agreed time frame.
• National Police Clearance (less than 3 months old), or willing to obtain one.
• Demonstrated personal commitment to safety.
• Team player.

In return, you will receive:

• Full time, permanent role, with annual/sick/personal leave entitlements.
• External and internal training to bridge any existing skills gaps.
• A long-term career, working for one of the world's leading providers of drilling products and services.

Our varied range of services and products requires bringing together diverse and complimentary people. At Boart Longyear our aspiration is to create an environment that welcomes all unique attributes a person possesses.

If you are interested in this role, we invite you to apply now.