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Form of workLucas Drilling are a leading provider of exploration, production and directional drilling services to some of the world’s largest coal miners. We offer a comprehensive suite of drilling techniques, expertise and equipment to optimise each individual drilling programme. Our multi-disciplined teams have earned a reputation for innovative solutions and reliable project delivery.
About the Role
Lucas Drilling are looking for candidates to join our maintenance division someone who is hard-working, highly motivated and hold relevant competencies. As a leading provider of Drilling services, Lucas offer on the job / off the job training as well as career progression opportunities.
As a Lucas Rig Mechanic, you will be part of a team that is responsible for the day to day repairs and maintenance of the drill rigs and support equipment as well as be in charge of troubleshooting/working through mechanical breakdowns as they occur. You will have the opportunity to gain mechanical experience on Prime, American Auger, Sandvik, Schramm, UDR and KWL rigs among other auxiliary equipment including large triplex mud pumps, earthmoving equipment, trucks and trailers and much more.
What's on Offer
- 2/2 roster available to suit lifestyle – 12hr days
- FIFO to Moranbah from Brisbane Airport
- Flights, accommodation and meals provided
- On the job technical training, external training and career development opportunities
- Stable long term, full time, permanent work on with well-maintained equipment
- Attractive and competitive rates of pay - annual leave and super paid on top
Minimum Requirements
- Trade Qualified Diesel Fitter/ Heavy Vehicle Mechanic/ Plant Mechanic / Fixed Plant Mechanic
- Experience with maintenance, diagnostic, commissioning and troubleshooting of Heavy Plant
- Experience working with Hydraulics
Highly Regarded
- Experience working with Drill Rigs and associated plant & equipment (Preferred)
- Experience working on a roster and in remote areas (Preferred)
- Open, unrestricted HR License (Preferred)
At Lucas, we underpin our technical expertise and experience with our values of care, efficiency, respect, integrity and working as one team. We are committed to becoming the first choice, not only for our customers but for our people. Our strategy is to provide a safe and productive workplace where our people feel valued and can achieve their full potential – this is the Lucas difference.
Lucas is an equal opportunity employer. Women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders are encouraged to apply for all vacant positions.
Please note that an offer of employment will be subject to a national police check, as well as a pre-employment medical assessment.
