At a Glance
- Tasks: Perform maintenance on heavy road transport equipment and contribute to safety initiatives.
- Company: Join Rio Tinto, a global leader in mining with a focus on innovation and community.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, weekly payments, superannuation, and support from dedicated teams.
- Other info: FIFO role with potential for long-term opportunities and a collaborative work environment.
- Why this job: Be part of a safety-first culture while working with cutting-edge heavy machinery.
- Qualifications: Heavy Duty Fitter or Plant Mechanic qualification and experience with major truck brands.
The predicted salary is between 31.5 - 38.5 $ per hour.
Opportunity working at Rio Tinto. Ongoing casual assignment via Chandler Macleod. Safety-first culture with supportive teams.
About the Opportunity
Rio Tinto is a global mining and materials company operating in 35 countries, producing the materials essential to modern life. Their operations are built on safety, innovation, inclusion and creating value for communities, customers and shareholders. Through Rio Tinto's partnership with Chandler Macleod, we are seeking an experienced Heavy Road Transport Fitter to join the Heavy Road Transport team at Gudai-Darri. This is an exciting opportunity for a qualified tradesperson to perform planned and preventative maintenance across an extensive fleet of heavy road transport equipment. This is an ongoing casual assignment with potential for longer-term opportunities following an initial three-month period. This FIFO role operates on an 8 days on, 6 days off dayshift-only roster from Perth.
Reporting to the Supervisor and working in a collaborative and exciting environment, you will:
- Perform planned and preventative maintenance on heavy road transport equipment
- Maintain Volvo, Scania, MAN and Isuzu trucks
- Assist with the maintenance of Liebherr and Franna cranes where required
- Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives to increase safety and reduce risk
- Work safely in accordance with Rio Tinto policies and procedures
About You
- Heavy Duty Fitter or Plant Mechanic trade qualification
- Heavy Road Transport (HRT) qualification
- Forklift ticket
- Current Australian C Class Manual Driver's Licence
- Experience maintaining Volvo, Scania, MAN and Isuzu trucks
- Commitment to the safety of yourself and your team
- Strong teamwork and communication skills
- Full Australian working rights
- Ability to pass pre-employment medical and other testing
Why Join Chandler Macleod?
Chandler Macleod is one of Australia's most experienced workforce partners. You'll receive a competitive pay rate paid weekly, superannuation on all hours worked, access to our Employee Assistance Program, a dedicated Chandler-Rio Tinto support team, simple digital onboarding, and access to future Rio Tinto assignments.
Additional Information
At Chandler Macleod, we are committed to fostering a diverse workforce where everyone is welcome. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, neurodiverse, people living with a disability and the LGBTIQA+ community.
Heavy Road Transport (HRT) Fitter in Newman employer: Chandler Macleod
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