At a Glance
- Tasks: Maintain and repair heavy mining equipment to ensure safety and performance.
- Company: Join MacKellar, a trusted name in mining with over 60 years of experience.
- Benefits: $75 per hour, FIFO from Brisbane, accommodation, meals, and PPE provided.
- Other info: Equal opportunity employer with a focus on safety, quality, and career growth.
- Why this job: Enjoy a secure role with a balanced 7/7 roster and great earning potential.
- Qualifications: Trade qualification as a Diesel Fitter and experience with heavy equipment required.
The predicted salary is between 75 - 75 $ per hour.
- $75.00 per hour + superannuation paid on all rostered hours
- Secure, long-term role on an established mine site near Blackwater
- 7/7 roster – rotating days and nights for a strong work-life balance
- FIFO from Brisbane
- Accommodation, meals, and PPE provided
- Salary packaging, novated leasing options, and discounted Health Insurance
- Diesel Fitter | 7/7 Roster
- $75.00 per hour + superannuation paid on all rostered hours
- Secure, long-term role on an established mine site near Blackwater
- Permanent full-time employment
- 7/7 roster – rotating days and nights for a strong work-life balance
- FIFO from Brisbane
- Accommodation, meals, and PPE provided
- Salary packaging, novated leasing options, and discounted Health Insurance
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Diesel Fitter to join our high-performing maintenance team.
You will be responsible for ensuring the reliability, safety, and performance of a large fleet of heavy mining equipment.
In this role you will
- Carry out maintenance, repairs, and component change-outs on heavy mobile plant
- Perform diagnostics, fault finding, inspections, overhauls, and scheduled servicing
- Complete planned and preventative maintenance tasks safely and efficiently
- Undertake daily operational support tasks including refuelling where required
- Work autonomously while following site procedures and safety systems
- Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within the maintenance team
- Ensure all work meets strict safety, quality, and compliance standards
- What You’ll Need
- Trade qualification as a Diesel Fitter
- Proven experience working on heavy mining or earthmoving equipment
- Strong diagnostic, fault-finding, and repair capability
- Current Queensland Coal Board Medical (or willingness to obtain)
- Standard 11 (or willingness to obtain)
- Current Queensland driver’s licence
Why Join Mac Kellar?
Mac Kellar is a trusted name in mining and civil earthmoving, offering long-term, stable employment across Australia.
This role is based at a mine just 15 minutes from Blackwater, providing excellent earning potential and a balanced 7/7 roster.
About Us
Mac Kellar has over 60 years of experience in mining and civil earthmoving.
We operate a large, modern fleet of heavy equipment across Australia and are committed to safety, quality, and our people.
We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from all suitably qualified candidates.
Only shortlisted candidates with relevant Diesel Fitter experience will be contacted.
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Diesel Fitter employer: MacKellar Group
MacKellar is an exceptional employer, offering a competitive salary and genuine career development opportunities in a supportive work culture. Based on the beautiful Sunshine Coast, employees enjoy a Monday to Friday schedule, allowing for a healthy work-life balance while contributing to the maintenance of a diverse fleet of heavy mining equipment across multiple operations.
