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Boral Drill & Blast seeks a Drill Fitter who will be responsible for the planning and hands-on maintenance of Boral’s Sandvik and Epiroc drill rigs to ensure a high level of reliability and performance. You will either already be an experienced Drill Fitter, or have qualification and background as a Mobile Plant fitter with an eagerness to specialise in drill rigs.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a driven individual seeking a long-term and rewarding career. If you’re a self-starter with a positive working attitude, we want to hear from you!
Your day will involve:
- Source and procure parts and consumables in order to undertake regular services and defect repairs.
- Conduct regular inspections and carry out preventative maintenance on drilling equipment to ensure optimal operational efficiency.
- Troubleshoot and repair drilling equipment, including hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
- Maintain an inventory of spare parts and components, ensuring minimum downtime.
- Seek and identify opportunities to reduce spare parts costs through identification and sourcing from original parts manufacturers.
- Adhere to all workplace safety policies, regulations, and practices.
- Work closely with other team members to ensure efficient operations and maintenance processes.
- Maintain inventory of drilling consumables to support drilling operations.
- Accurately document maintenance and repair work in line with company reporting procedures.
- Be trained to provide annual leave relief and back-up blast hole drilling services.
- Support other parts of the Boral business with mobile maintenance support as necessary.
What are we looking for?
- Minimum of 3 years as a Drill Fitter or in a similar position within the mining/quarrying industry.
- Recognised certification in Mechanical Fitting or Diesel Fitting.
- Proven experience in troubleshooting and repairing drilling or similar equipment.
- Exceptional attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Physically fit and able to work in challenging environments and conditions.
- A commitment to upholding the highest safety standards.
- Independent self-directed worker with strong organisational skills
What’s on offer?
- Opportunity for training and career development opportunities
- Employment stability – permanent role
- Competitive hourly rate + overtime + allowances
- Equal opportunity employer
- Organisation dedicated to health and safety of employees
About Boral Quarries
Boral is Australia’s leading quarry operator, with 76 quarries, sand pits and gravel operations, supplying about 30 million tonnes of product annually. Our raw materials of stone, gravel and sand are used to build our homes, workplaces, public buildings, roads, and key infrastructure projects.
Our people provide solutions to help customers and stakeholders build a sustainable future in a changing world. Our values are what matters to us and guide our behaviours: Safety, Teamwork, Ambition, Accountability and Respect.
We’re proud of our legacy as a great Australian business and have a strong foundation to improve and continue fulfilling our purpose and what we do best - building something great.
Boral values and is committed to creating a diverse working environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All suitable applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability or age.
