Heavy Duty Fitter / Drill Fitter / Hd Mechanic Fifo Anywhere Within Australia

McKay Drilling is an industry-leading WA based, and operated drilling company. We are seeking Permanent Full Time Drill Fitters.

You will responsible for maintaining and servicing all forms of automotive/mechanical vehicles and machinery relating to efficient operation of drilling equipment and associated ancillary equipment. 

The successful candidates will perform the work on the Company's assets in a safe, planned and effective manner. As a key team member, you will work collaboratively with Maintenance and the Operations departments. 

Benefits 

• Rewarding Pay including retention bonus;
• A structured career path with progression opportunities in our expanding teams;
• Opportunities to work Internationally;
• 24/7 employee support services;
• Industry-leading technology and equipment
• FIFO from anywhere within Australia.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair exploration drill rigs, vehicles, MTU, CAT and Cummins motors and equipment;
• Thorough and meticulous completion of all maintenance records and documentation;
• Record and manage movement in and out of associated mechanical spare parts;
• Ensure a thorough and regular maintenance plan is implemented and maintained to allow efficient and reliable operation of all vehicles and machinery including associated ancillary equipment.
• Maintain stock records relating to mechanical repairs and identify stock requirements.

This is a FIFO role,  on a 2 week on 1 week off roster.  You will be working 12 hour days, based on both exploration and mine sites.

About you

• Solid experience as a Heavy-Duty Diesel Mechanic;
• Experience working with RC, Diamond drill rigs;
• Knowledge of Sullair and Hurricane compressed air systems, welding, electrical, fitting, design, and drilling;
• Canbus systems diagnosis and good understanding of electrical systems;
• Exceptional oral and written communication skills;
• General computing knowledge;
• Service focused with attention to detail, time management and strong team work ethic;
• Work unsupervised and adhere to WHS&T requirements.

Essential Selection Criteria:

• Heavy Duty Mechanical Trade/Plant Mechanic Qualification (Australian recognised) or equivalent
• Current police clearance
• Candidate must be able to pass a McKay Drilling pre-employment medical in addition to any legislatively required or Client based medicals and/or clearance.