Heavy Equipment Mechanic

Job description / Role

Heavy Equipment Mechanic US$150K

Our client is a Tier 1 Building Civil & Mining Contractor in Australia.
They are currently looking to hire experienced Heavy Diesel Mechanics to be based in Western Australia.

APPLICANTS MUST HOLD IRISH / UK / EUROPEAN PASSPORT

The positions are on Fly-in Fly-out basis (FIFO) 14/7 rota – this may vary between sites.

These positions are available on single and/or married status.

Shortest working visa available is for 6 months or standard working visa from 2 years to permanent residency.

• Reporting to the Service Supervisor you will diagnose, service and repair a wide range of equipment. You will complete planned and unplanned maintenance of equipment as directed by the Leading Hand / Supervisor to the required standards.
• You will comply with all site and statutory OH&S regulations and maintain a strong focus on safety for yourself and others including the use of site safety systems.

Responsibilities:
• Inspecting trucks, cranes, bulldozers, and other heavy equipment for proper performance.
• Diagnosing faults using computerized testing equipment.
• Adjusting equipment and replacing faulty parts.
• Repairing damaged equipment parts.
• Cleaning, lubricating, and conducting routine services on heavy-duty vehicles.
• Cleaning and servicing of machine attachments like winches, blades, and side booms.
• Performing major repair work when necessary.
• Consulting with other mechanics on smaller jobs.
• Reporting damaged or faulty equipment to management.
• Troubleshoot issues on the job site.
• Repair and service even the biggest machinery with expert care.

Requirements

Requirements:
• Certification as a Heavy Equipment Mechanic.
• Proven work experience as a Diesel or Heavy Equipment Mechanic.
• Experience with machinery such as Excavators, Dozers, Graders, Front End Loaders, Dump Trucks and comparable engines and heavy mobile plant equipment.
• Forklift and dogging license with necessary experience is advantageous.
• Understanding of computer testing technologies.
• Ability to lift heavy machinery.
• Extensive knowledge of diesel engines and construction equipment.
• Good communication skills.
• Be physically fit.

Package:
• Flights
• Accommodation provided for first month
• Visa
• Total Annual salary AU$175K = AU$125K after tax
• Annual Superannuation paid by employer AU$18500
• Employment Retention bonus 5%
• Total compensation AU$200K
• Contribution towards Health Insurance
• Dedicated in-house HR & Relocation team to provide assistance with moving, sourcing accommodation in WA etc

Please note we have similar opportunities in Victoria, Queensland, Northern Territories & NSW.

About the Company

Established in 2004 Alpine Recruitment Group is a dedicated recruitment solutions business with offices in Ireland and the United Kingdom.

During this time we’ve built strong durable relationships and are the preferred business partner for Main Contractors, Specialised Contractors, Premier Residential Developers & Consulting Firms across Ireland and overseas. We have candidates working on the Oil Sands Northern Alberta to the Gold Mines in South Australia;California High-Speed Rail to the Lusail Stadium Doha; Data Centers across Europe to the Guinness Quarter Dublin.

With a long standing and trusted brand, we have the industry knowledge and experience to deliver full recruitment solutions for projects of significant size and scale as well as smaller projects in remote locations. Our industry awards demonstrate the quality of our work, meaning we have not only the credibility and authority within the market place, but also the integrity and competency that you can depend upon.