Highwall Auger Mining, Trade Qualified Diesel Fitters/Auger Support Crew

Coal Augering Services, established in 2003, is a Highwall Auger Mining contractor who uses unique coal mining equipment to recover coal reserves from beyond the final highwall position in open cut mines throughout Qld. Coal Augering Services is seeking Trade Qualified Diesel Fitters for scheduled and unscheduled maintenance, breakdowns, and fault diagnosis. Experience with hydraulics will also be highly regarded. When not undertaking mechanical duties, successful applicants will be trained in front end loader operations as part of the Auger Support Crew. Tools and vehicles supplied with possible future ownership options available for suitable employees. This position is open to both Diesel Fitters with mining experience, or applicants that are new to industry looking for an opportunity to establish a career in mining. If you are keen for something different and want to be a valued member of a team, apply to join our crew of world-class auger miners as we ramp up production in Queensland.

Locations: Moranbah and Moura Regions QLD 

Description of Duties:

• Participate in scheduled maintenance activities, servicing, breakdowns, explore Auger, loader and auxiliary equipment modifications to gain efficiencies, assist with machine compliance requirements.
• Operate front end loaders to stockpile, load trucks, and move auxiliary equipment.
• Pre-start equipment inspections, cleaning, greasing & fuelling of equipment
• Roster is day shift only 7on, 7off (This may vary from time to time for special projects)
• Accommodation and meals provided whilst on site

Preferable Skills and Experience:

• Excellent communication skills
• Positive attitude and team player
• Good understanding of Compliance and Health & Safety Standards
• Previous mine site experience is highly regarded but not essential
• The work is outdoors on the open cut pit floor, and while the work is not strenuous, it does require an adequate level of fitness to meet the required fatigue management standards
• Preferably live local or have the ability to drive in and out to site

Minimum Requisite Pre-Employment Competencies:

• Diesel Fitter trade qualifications
• Open Driver's Licence

Please send your resume and supporting cover letter addressing each of the essential skills and experience requirements to *****@coalaugering.com or apply via SEEK.