Drill Fitter Heavy Vehicle (HV) Fitter

About Us:

Victory Minerals Pty Ltd – Ballarat Gold Mine is a successful gold explorer and producer in Victoria's gold belt. The company has entered an exciting new era, under new ownership and exploring new opportunities to the west. The primary focus is our high-grade underground gold mine in Ballarat, which started producing gold in December 2005, and consistently produces 30,000 to 40,000 ounces of gold per year. 

The Ballarat Gold Mine is located within the beautiful regional town of Ballarat (located just 100km west of Melbourne), which is experiencing unprecedented growth and development. 

Role:

We have several opportunities for experienced Drill Fitters and  Heavy Vehicle (HV) Fitters to join the Mobile Plant team in Ballarat. This is the perfect opportunity to get into Mining Maintenance, ditch FIFO and live close to home!

The position reports to Mobile Plant Leading Hands. 

Roster:  7:7 rotating rosters, Wednesdays to Tuesdays 

Hours:   12-hour shifts

Days: 7am-7pm

Nights: 7pm-7am

The key responsibilities in this role will be the safe and productive execution of a variety of duties including:

• Undertaking scheduled servicing and preventative maintenance of the company's heavy vehicle fleet, including Sandvik, Cat, Normet, Volvo and Atlas vehicles and equipment.

• Responding to machinery breakdowns promptly and undertake quality repairs in a timely manner.

• Servicing and preventative maintenance on Jumbos, Loaders and Trucks.

• Diagnosis and troubleshooting of faults, and recommending servicing interventions that improve the operational efficiency of the company's heavy vehicle fleet

• Rectifying machinery breakdowns in an underground environment promptly and undertake quality repairs in a timely manner.

• Ensuring completion of all shift paperwork including service sheets, work orders and daily shift reports.

• Completing all JSA's, risk assessments and documentation to ensure all work is completed safely and as per schedule. 

To be successful in this role:

• Relevant mechanical Trade certificates.  

• Previous experience working with Mining or heavy earth moving machinery, Volvo & Detroit engines.

• Ability to commit to a continuous 7/7 rotating roster, day and night.

• Ability to work underground, on 12-hour shifts 

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work well under pressure and in a team environment. 

Preferred:

• Previous experience in Mining industry is highly desirable but not essential.

• Other relevant backgrounds could include heavy earth machinery and agriculture.

• Previous experience in parts ordering using an ERP system (such as Pronto) is also highly desirable. 

• Commitment to a respectful and cooperative work environment in line with company policies and company expectations.

Benefits

• Centrally located in Ballarat.

• Be home every night - no FIFO or camps. 

• Excellent remuneration and benefits.

• Company issued uniform, which is fully laundered on site for you.

• State-of-the-art workshop.

• On-the-job training and professional development.

• Flexible, supportive, encouraging team environment.

• On-site gym and other health benefits including EAP.

This is a rare opportunity to combine a rewarding and challenging role, exceptional lifestyle offerings, all in a diversity-focused mining business. At the Ballarat Gold Mine, we are equal opportunity employers. We value having an inclusive, equitable and diverse workplace. As an employer, we are proud to reflect the diversity of communities in which we live and work. We encourage women and indigenous people to apply.  

The Ballarat Gold Mine offers an exceptional opportunity to balance work, life, and family as we are located in a major regional centre, with a population of 120,000 people.  Ballarat has excellent schools, health services, restaurants, and retail together with a variety of sporting, recreation, and community opportunities – all of this under 90 minutes from Melbourne!

How to Apply

If this sounds like you, we would love to hear from you! Please click “Apply for this job” including your cover letter and resume. Candidates will be shortlisted as they come through, and interviews will commence immediately. 

Please note that as part of the process, you will be subject to a pre-employment medical, and police check, in order to be considered successful for this role. Only applicants with valid working rights will be considered. 

Due to the volume of applications anticipated, only successful candidates will be contacted. Enquiries from agencies are respectively declined.