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Mechanical Fitters - Fixed Plant

Chandler Macleod

Fitters, Turners & Machinists
Location
Queensland
Type
Full-time

About the role

About the Opportunity

Rio Tinto is a global mining and materials company operating in 35 countries, producing the materials essential to modern life. Their operations are built on safety, innovation, inclusion and creating value for communities, customers and shareholders.

Through Rio Tinto’s partnership with Chandler Macleod, we are seeking experienced Mechanical Fitters for fixed plant maintenance opportunities across Rio Tinto’s Gladstone operations, primarily at Boyne Smelters Limited (BSL), with opportunities at Yarwun also available.

These opportunities are ideal for qualified Mechanical Fitters / Fitters & Turners with proven experience maintaining fixed plant and heavy industrial equipment. You will be responsible for supporting the safe and reliable operation of fixed plant through planned and breakdown maintenance, fault finding, mechanical repairs and servicing.

These Gladstone-based roles are open to candidates who live in Gladstone or the surrounding areas. We have a range of short-term and longer-term opportunities, with roster arrangements varying depending on the position. Rosters may include lifestyle rosters covering days, nights and weekends, as well as Monday–Friday day shift opportunities.

Reporting to the Supervisor and working in a collaborative and exciting environment, you will:

  • Complete breakdown maintenance and fault finding on fixed plant
  • Complete preventative and planned maintenance activities
  • Undertake mechanical repairs and servicing of fixed plant and equipment
  • Work on equipment including pumps, gearboxes, conveyors, valves, motors and associated fixed plant
  • Contribute to reliable production outcomes
  • Work safely within Rio Tinto procedures
About You
  • Previous mining or heavy industry experience
  • Commitment to work the rostered shifts
  • Strong teamwork and communication skills
  • Dedication to everyone’s safety
  • Current C Class manual drivers’ license
  • Relevant trade qualifications and certificates
  • Ability to pass pre-employment medical and other testing
Why Join Chandler Macleod? Chandler Macleod is one of Australia’s most experienced workforce partners. You’ll receive a competitive pay rate paid weekly, superannuation on all hours worked, access to our Employee Assistance Program, a dedicated Chandler-Rio Tinto support team, simple digital onboarding, and access to future Rio Tinto assignments.

Apply Now! Ready to take the next step? Apply today to join Chandler Macleod for an exciting onsite assignment with Rio Tinto. Chandler Macleod reserves the right to close applications earlier if suitable candidates are identified.

At Chandler Macleod, we are committed to fostering a diverse workforce where everyone is welcome. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, neurodiverse, people living with a disability and the LGBTIQA+ community. You can read more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion at https://www.chandlermacleod.com.au/careers/diversity-and-inclusion.
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