UGM is now currently accepting applications from suitably skilled Mechanical Tradespersons. These roles are on a 4/3 Roster based out of our Paget Workshop, and is ideal for a Light Vehicle or Heavy Vehicle Mechanical Tradesperson wanting to transition into the mining industry and gain some new skills on Underground Diesel Mining Equipment.
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This is the perfect opportunity for a Diesel/Plant Mechanical Tradesperson that is currently doing FIFO or DIDO to the local mine sites and are wanting to take a step back from shift work and be home every night, whilst still working on Heavy Machinery for a Mining Company.
Reporting to the Workshop Manager, the Mechanical Tradeperson role is responsible for the repair and maintenance of our underground heavy machinery, mobile plant and equipment to achieve maximum equipment availability and productive lifecycle through preventative maintenance and quality repairs.
Requirements of the Role:
- Mechanical Trade Qualification as a Heavy Vehicle OR Light Vehicle
- Minimum 12 months' post trade experience.
- Previous experience with repairing underground mobile plant
OR previous experience with repairing opencut mining mobile plant (Desirable) - Explosion Protected Diesel Engine Systems Maintenance (DES) Certificate (Highly Advantageous)
- Current Drivers Licence.
- Positive, proactive approach to safety;
- Commitment to working as part of a team;
- Strong work ethic and a commitment to customer service;
- Perform mechanical repairs and maintenance to a variety of Underground Mobile Plant including Loaders, and Underground Haulage Equipment
- Have strong fault finding capabilities and diagnostic skills.
- 4/3 Roster – Have a long weekend every weekend!
- Plenty of Overtime Available
- New Workshop and Facilities.
- Novated Leases of Motor Vehicles through SGFleet
- Medibank Private Health Insurance Corporate Discounts
- Income Protection with AustralianSuper
- Paid Parental Leave (Up to 18 Weeks Pay for Primary Carer)
- Employee Referral Programs (between $1000 to $2500)
- Corporate Discounts on Motor Vehicle Purchases with Toyota (Mackay)
- Corporate Discounts with Hertz Australia for car rental
- Education Assistance to ensure your continued growth.
Who is UGM?
At UGM we find the best solutions and inventive ways to improve while looking after the health, safety and wellbeing of our people, the communities we operate in and our environment. Our strong team focus enables us to solve problems for our customers while also providing a unique culture that is built on contributions of our staff.
About Our Recruitment Process
At UGM, We believe that the unique contributions of our people are the key to our success. To ensure we deliver the best possible solutions for our customers and our employees, we don’t discriminate on the basis of race, religion, national origin, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, or marital, or disability status.
As part of our recruitment process, there are a number of checks which may be conducted to demonstrate your suitability for a role. These include but are not limited to National Police Checks, medical, drug and alcohol testing, due diligence checks, right to work checks, and/or reference checks.
Additional information
- New Workshop and Facilities, Paget Based Facility
- 4/3 Roster - Have a long weekend every weekend!
- We will upskill you! All mechanical trades welcome