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Heavy Diesel Fitter Wanted – 77 Day Shift Only

create contracting

Mining, Resources & Energy / Other

Posted 17/06/2026
Closed 01/07/2026

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East Mackay, 4740, Mackay, Queensland

Full time

Not specified

The Role

We're seeking a skilled Heavy Diesel Fitter to join our team at Caval Ridge Mine, maintaining our low-houred, near-new fleet of dozers, graders, excavators, loaders, water trucks and ancillary plant. This is long-term, ongoing work for the right person on an even-time day shift roster, working alongside a small, experienced crew.

It's site-based field and breakdown work — keeping our gear safe, reliable and on the job. Day to day, you'll be:

  • Carrying out scheduled servicing — oil changes, filters, inspections and component replacements

  • Running diagnostics, fault-finding and rectification

  • Troubleshooting breakdowns in the field and returning equipment to service

  • Completing maintenance records accurately and on time

  • Participating in hazard identification, risk assessments, JHAs and SWPs

About Us

Create is a fast-growing civil and piping construction company located in Queensland's Bowen Basin. We have a healthy pipeline of future works with Australia's leading civil and mining companies, with a strong focus on quality in delivery.

As a company we recognise the crucial role our staff play in our success. We pride ourselves on maintaining a positive culture and aim to provide our staff with both a challenging and rewarding career.

Requirements

  • Trade qualified Heavy Diesel Fitter / Mechanic (Certificate III in Mobile Plant Technology or equivalent)

  • Experience maintaining heavy earthmoving equipment (coal mine site experience highly preferred)

  • Current QLD Health Assessment (Coal Board Medical)

  • Australian Driver's Licence

  • Standard 11 and BMA Core Inductions (highly preferred)

  • Ability to pass a pre-employment medical and ongoing drug and alcohol screening

  • Strong Safety Commitment

  • Good team player, pride in your work, and a can-do attitude are a must

What's on Offer

  • Exceptional hourly rates

  • Ongoing work

  • 7/7 day shift roster

  • 12.5-hour working days

  • FIFO from Cairns or Brisbane with flights provided, or DIDO

  • Company vehicle

  • Full set of tooling supplied

  • Full-time contracts for the right fit

Apply via Seek and we will contact you to discuss the opportunity further.

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