Light Vehicle Fitter

Agnico Eagle is a global leader in the gold mining business, with eight mines located in Canada, Finland, Australia and Mexico. Everywhere we operate, we strive to be an admired member of the community and to be recognised as both a good employer and a good neighbour.

We are proud of our reputation as a leader in safety and sustainability, as well as the prosperity we bring to our employees, their families and the communities in which we operate. Globally, we employ over 16,000 people who contribute to some of the most skilled teams of professionals in the industry. We recognise that our people are the key to our success.

Agnico Eagle owns and operates the Fosterville Gold Mine which is located on Dja Dja Wurrung Country, approximately 20 kilometres east of Bendigo in Central Victoria. With its population of approximately 120,000 people, Bendigo is one of Victoria’s largest and most progressive regional cities offering a great residential lifestyle choice.

LIGHT VEHICLE FITTER 

Fosterville Gold Mine invites suitably qualified and experienced individuals to apply for the position of Light Vehicle Fitter. The primary purpose of this position is to be responsible for the planned maintenance/repairs of FGM’s Light Vehicle fleet in accordance with site procedures and maintenance standards.

Reporting to the Light Vehicle Supervisor, your duties will include:

• Maintenance and repairs of all Underground and Surface Light Vehicles including Trucks
• Maintain high levels of safety and environment standards
• Accurate reporting of faults found and completion of maintenance records via site CMMS (Pronto)
• Ensure workshop tooling and standards are maintained
• Provide diagnostic fault finding on breakdowns
• Promote safety and environmental management practices
• Offer technical support to other staff members

The successful candidate should possess the following:

• Mechanical Trade Qualification
• Min 5 years’ experience in an automotive trade position servicing, repairs and maintaining 4x4 Light Vehicles and Light Commercial vehicles
• Demonstrated commitment to safety
• Reliable, punctual employee
• Self-motivated employee with a positive attitude
• Good communication skills, willing to work as part of a team
• Valid Manual Drivers Licence

The roster for this residential position will be 7/7 day shift only, working 12 hour shifts 

A competitive rate will be offered in line with the relevant classification contained in the Fosterville Enterprise Agreement 2021. 

Next Steps

The recruitment process takes into consideration your alignment to the role and our company values. Suitable applicants will be shortlisted and invited to discuss their interest in the role. 

Additionally, functional capacity/medical assessment, national crime check, qualifications, due diligence and/or reference checks will all form part of the recruitment process.

Please submit your application by clicking the ‘Apply’ button. 

BENEFITS WHEN YOU JOIN AGNICO EAGLE

At Agnico Eagle we can offer, challenging and rewarding careers, with excellent opportunities for advancement, a company culture of respect, excellence and collaboration and competitive pay and benefits including:

• Flexible Work Arrangements
• Employee Benefits Program including access to discounted Private Health insurance 
• Health and Wellbeing Program including access to local gym and aquatic facilities 
• Training and development programs
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) 
• Employee Share Plan Program
• Salary Continuance (Income protection) insurance 
• Paid Parental leave for primary and secondary carers
• Novated Leasing options for vehicles
• Annual Health and Wellbeing Allowance 

For more company information please view our website at agnicoeagle.com