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Mechanical Fitter

DRD Group

Fitters, Turners & Machinists
Location
Western Australia
Type
Full-time

About the role

DRD Group is currently seeking experienced Mechanical Fitters for an upcoming project on a Rio Tinto mine site in the Pilbara, WA.

This opportunity will involve mechanical installation and commissioning works on a Booster Pump Station Project.
We are looking for reliable, hands-on Mechanical Fitters with previous mining construction or fixed plant experience who are available for an immediate start.

POSITION DETAILS:
  • Location: Pilbara WA
  • Pay Rate: $68/hr flat rate
  • Roster: 2:1 – Dayshift only
  • Hours: 12-hour shifts
  • Duration: 2- 3 months 
ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS:
  • Recognised Mechanical Fitter Trade Qualification.
  • Minimum 2–3 years' relevant mechanical fitting experience.
  • Valid WA Driver's Licence.
  • Construction White Card.
  • Must be Rio Tinto inducted, including SAP & Pegasus numbers.
  • Fire Fighting Equipment training.
  • Working at Heights
  • Confined Spaces 
SCOPE OF WORK:
Working on a Booster Pump Station Project, duties are expected to include:
  • Installation and alignment of booster pumps, motors and associated mechanical equipment.
  • Installation and connection of pipework, valves, flanges and fittings.
  • Mechanical assembly and installation of pump skids, supports and associated infrastructure.
  • Shaft alignment, coupling installation and mechanical adjustments.
  • Assisting with pressure testing, leak checks and commissioning activities.
  • Mechanical fault finding and rectification.
  • Completing mechanical inspections, installation checks and QA/QC documentation.
  • Working safely in accordance with Rio Tinto site procedures.
HIGHLY REGARDED:
  • Previous experience on Rio Tinto projects.
  • Pump station construction or dewatering infrastructure experience.
  • Fixed plant mechanical installation and maintenance.
  • Pump alignment, pipework installation and mechanical commissioning experience.
  • Previous FIFO mining construction experience.
APPLY NOW:
If you are an experienced, Rio Tinto-inducted Mechanical Fitter looking for your next FIFO opportunity, we want to hear from you!

DRD Group is a specialist recruitment provider renowned for recruiting quality project teams on major projects within the Energy, Resources, Defence, Renewables and Infrastructure sectors.

DRD Group embraces a diverse workforce culture and encourages applicants from all backgrounds to apply. All work assignments are subject to successful completion of a medical, drug and alcohol screen plus verification of all original certifications and qualifications.
Apply

via drdgroup.com.au

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