HD Fitters & Mechanical Trades- FIFO

About Desert Engineering             A Culture you can rely on

Desert Engineering Pty Ltd provide specialist maintenance solutions to the mining and resources sectors. Desert Engineering is proudly majority Aboriginal-owned with combined relevant experience of over 60 years across civil, mining, oil and gas, and finance industries.

Desert Engineering is highly experienced in the provision of mechanical services, including fixed plant, heavy-duty mobile plant, and light vehicles. We also create solutions, including design and manufacture, enabling Desert Engineering to undertake highly complex, challenging, and rewarding repairs and maintenance.

Desert Engineering is focused on creating sustaining, long-term, positive commercial relationships, and having continuous vigilance so people remain safe and have a strong future.  We are not just a service provider, and our people are not just a number.  We are a family, and our people are the heart of our business.  We appreciate and utilise the knowledge of our people to continue identifying new solutions for our clients.  This is what sets us apart.

Desert Engineering has recently been awarded multiple contracts to supply specialized labour across multiple sites throughout Western Australia & we want you to join our team!

These roles are

• Diesel Fitters
• Boilermakers
• Auto Electricians
• Road Train Fitters (HRT Fitters)
• Light Vehicle Fitters (LV Mechanics)
• Machinery Operators
• Servicemen/ Trades assistants

What we offer

• Excellent remuneration packages for all experience levels.
• Desert Engineering Vehicle provided depending on Position taken
• Secure positions.
• Subcontractors welcome to apply.
• 2:1, 2:2, 8:6 Rosters & more.
• FIFO from Perth. DIDO options also available for some sites.
• Sign on Bonus & Retention Bonuses
• Quarterly performance bonuses in some circumstances
• An Inclusive Team Environment.
• A Commitment to Zero Harm.

Locations

• Pilbara
• Goldfields
• Perth 

Your Responsibilities

• Various roles dependent on Trade and experience
• Inspections and housekeeping.
• Actively engaging with Desert Engineering and the Client to identify efficiencies and plant reliability improvements.

Requirements

• Australian recognized Trade Certificate - If applicable
• Minimum one years (1) post trade experience in mining and civil plant maintenance.
• Experience in a variety of OEM’s, including Hitachi, Caterpillar, or Komatsu.
• Current manual drivers’ licence.
• High Risk Work Licence (not essential but desirable).
• Current National Police Clearance (no older than 6 months).
• Able and willing to complete and pass a pre-employment medical.
• Able and willing to complete and pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol screening (DAS).
• Positive Can-Do, Will-Do Attitude.
• Strong commitment to Health and Safety.

If interested

Desert Engineering is a proud equal opportunity employer and encourage applications that contribute to our diverse workplace.

Apply online to this expression of interest on Seek.  Alternatively, you can email **@deserteng.com.au directly with your preferred region (Pilbara, Goldfields, or Perth).

Applications with attached resumes, references, certificates, and other supporting documents will be highly considered.