At a Glance
- Tasks: Maintain heavy mobile equipment and perform in-house repairs in a dynamic workshop environment.
- Company: Join Rio Tinto, a global leader in mining and materials.
- Benefits: Full relocation, competitive salary, medical benefits, and career development opportunities.
- Other info: Inclusive workplace welcoming diverse backgrounds and perspectives.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in a safety-focused team while living in beautiful Gove.
- Qualifications: Diesel Fitter qualification, workshop experience, and strong communication skills.
The predicted salary is between 82800 - 101200 $ per year.
- Job Title
- Maintainer Diesel Fitter
- Location
- Gove, Northern Territory
- Employment Type
- Full-time, Permanent
- Roster
- Residential / FIFO – 8 on, 8 off
About the Role
We are looking for an experienced Diesel Fitter to join our safety focused and high performing Heavy Equipment Maintenance team at our Gove operation.
You'll live in the idyllic coastal town of Gove, with full relocation provided, working across our operations.
Responsibilities
- Maintain the site's heavy mobile equipment and ancillary fleet to ensure critical equipment is available to meet operational requirements.
- Perform breakdown response and in‐house repairs, developing troubleshooting skills.
- Ensure the workshop environment is well maintained and tools are available.
- Key Qualifications
- A commitment to the safety of yourself and your team.
- Respect for others and an all‐inclusive mindset.
- Valid C class driver's licence.
- Relevant HME Diesel Fitter qualification.
- Experience in a workshop environment.
- Strong communication skills within a team environment.
- Flexibility within the role and adaptability to a changing environment.
What We Offer
- Full relocation provided to Northern Territory from elsewhere in Australia.
- Remote area allowance.
- Remote area holiday travel assistance (residential only).
- Recognition for contributions and hard work.
- Safety as the number one priority.
- Permanent position working directly for Rio Tinto.
- Competitive base salary with annual incentive program.
- Comprehensive medical benefits including subsidised private health insurance for employees and immediate family.
- Attractive share ownership plan.
- Company-provided insurance cover.
- Salary sacrifice and salary packaging options.
- Career development and education assistance.
- Ongoing support for family‐friendly health and wellbeing.
- Leave for all of life's reasons (vacation, paid parental, sick, cultural leave).
- Exclusive employee discounts.
- Where You Will Be Working
Our Gove Operations have supplied the global aluminium industry with world‐class bauxite for over 40 years.
With a workforce of 460 people, daily activities include mine operations, maintenance, asset management, shutdown planning and execution, export operations, cultural heritage management and closure activities.
We are committing to a positive future for Nhulunbuy and the Gove Peninsula post‐mining.
Ready to Make an Impact?
If you're a skilled technician with a passion for maintenance and a drive to deliver results, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply now and help us shape the future of asset management at Rio Tinto.
About Rio Tinto
Rio Tinto is a leading global mining and materials company operating in 35 countries, producing iron ore, copper, aluminium and other materials needed for the global energy transition.
Every Voice Matters
We particularly welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, the LGBTI+ community, mature workers, people with disabilities and people from different cultural backgrounds.
We are committed to an inclusive environment where all voices are heard, all cultures respected and a variety of perspectives are essential to our success.
Maintainer Diesel Fitter in Nhulunbuy employer: Rio Tinto
Rio Tinto is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment at the Perth Operations Centre where innovation and safety are paramount. Employees benefit from a supportive culture that prioritises professional growth and development, alongside a competitive roster that promotes work-life balance. With access to cutting-edge technology and a commitment to sustainability, working with Rio Tinto means being part of a forward-thinking team dedicated to excellence in the mining industry.
