MECHANICAL TRADESPERSON - FITTER PEAK GOLD MINE
About Us
Aurelia Metals Limited (ASX: AMI) (‘Aurelia’) is an Australian gold and base metals mining and exploration company. We own and operate two underground mines and processing facilities in New South Wales (NSW) and have an enviable portfolio of organic growth prospects in the region.
Our Peak Mine comprises several underground polymetallic (gold, lead, zinc, copper, and silver) and an 800 thousand tonnes per annum (ktpa) processing plant. The Mine is located in the northern Cobar Basin in western NSW, a short distance from the historical town of Cobar.
We actively promote a culture where everyone feels safe, included and respected. We welcome differences of thought and people from all backgrounds as we strive to create an inclusive workplace.
The Role
The key objective of this role is to perform maintenance tasks both breakdown and servicing on underground fixed plant equipment. Complete tasks assigned by maintenance supervisor and superintendent, engage with Aurelia Metals own store system,ensure a safe and productive work environment is always maintained.
This role is offered on a 7/7 Rotating Day/Night roster.
Key Responsibilities
- Preventative maintenance of plant and equipment in accordance with manufacturer’s recommendations and manuals with a focus on maintaining safety and maximising production
- Resolve operational or technical equipment problems to minimise processing/manufacturing interruptions resulting from equipment breakdowns/failures.
- Ability to attend call outs for brake downs as required.
- Maintain cleanliness of shops and work areas
- Maintain cost focus and reduce wastage of materials.
- Provide input into planned maintenance tasks.
- Assist in development of safe work procedures and JSA’s.
- Work as an effective member of the Maintenance team, including contributing to a positive team environment and supporting the training and development of apprentices.
About you
- Mechanical fitter or Boilermaker Trade Certificate qualification
- Current NSW ‘C’ class driver’s license or equivalent
- High risk licence, Forklift, Franna/Slew crane, Rigging, Dogman (Desirable)
- Previous demonstrated experience utilising trade qualifications in an underground mining environment
- Developed interpersonal skills with strong customer focus.
- Ability to communicate with all levels across operation and external parties.
- Demonstrated experience in fixed plant assets, including crushing and hoisting systems, dewatering systems, ventilation systems along with other underground and surface infrastructure.
- Ability to monitor and maintain fixed plant equipment costs.
- Demonstrated ability to ensure safety of maintenance personnel associated with fixed plant equipment maintenance.
- Pronto experience (Desirable)
- Strong work order reporting skills with attention to detail.
Why work for us?
As a new member of the Aurelia family, you can expect:
- Competitive remuneration
- A work environment where safety and people are always the number one priority.
- Short-term incentive program
- Access to a number of benefits such as participation in our employee share scheme, discounted health insurance and novated leases.
- 18 weeks of fully paid parental leave for primary caregivers, supporting you and your family during life's important moments.
- Access to our employee assistance program (EAP) for you and your family
Our recruitment process measures your alignment to our company values and the requirements of the role. There are a number of checks which will be conducted to demonstrate your suitability for a role including police criminal history check, references, qualifications, drug and alcohol and medical testing.
To be considered for these positions it is essential to have current Australian Work Rights.
We respectfully ask for no agencies or third parties please.