Heavy Duty Fitter | Leading Hand

As a Leading Hand with AES, you’ll support scheduled maintenance and diagnostics on mining equipment, while motivating and inspiring the workshop team to perform at their best. Communication is key, as you’ll work closely with managers, staff and contractors to ensure smooth operations and effective collaboration.

What’s in it for you:

• Rates from $65p/h + Super
• Leading Hand Allowance
• Permanent full-time or casual contracts available
• Mon-Fri (Metro-based position – home every night)
• Loyalty Bonus Scheme – Get paid a bonus for continuing your employment with AES
• Employee Referral Bonus
• Multiple company benefits including - income protection insurance / Employee Assistance Program (EAP) / discounted private health insurance / salary sacrifice options & novated leases available
• Enjoy employee discounts with exclusive deals for groceries, entertainment, fuel vouchers, incredible savings on tech products and so much more - there are over 450 retailers offering
• Free onnsite parking

In this role you will be responsible for:

• Leading a team of multi-skilled personnel in a safe and cost-effective manner
• Day-to-day activities of workshop personnel
• Technical support and guidance
• Mentoring apprentices and leading by example for all staff
• Rebuilds and repairs on a wide range of heavy machinery
• Diagnosis, maintenance and repair of large earthmoving and associated equipment
• Problem solve and manage conflicting priorities

What we are looking for:

• Australian Manual Drivers Licence
• Australian/NZ Recognised Trade Certificate
• Previous experience in a leadership role in a manufacturing workshop environment
• Strong safety focus with a working knowledge of WorkSafe regulations
• Ability to work autonomously
• Tickets and licences EG: Forklift, Dogging, Rigging, WAH, Crane, etc

About Us:

AES Equipment Solutions (AES) is equipped with the latest technology to provide highly cost-effective services including manufacturing and earthmoving equipment repair and maintenance with rapid turnaround times. Mining service and support vehicles such as service trucks, water trucks and custom-built equipment are engineered for sites across Australia.

If you have the above necessary skills and experience to take on this rewarding challenge, you are encouraged to APPLY NOW.

AES is an Equal Opportunity Employer and we strongly support diversity in our workforce. Applicants from a wide sector of the community, including women and indigenous cultures, are encouraged to apply.