Underground Heavy Diesel Fitter / Leading Hand
- Join a brand-new underground gold project in New Zealand.
- Work with a modern fleet of Sandvik machinery on a 5-year contract.
- Enjoy a 2:2 roster with flights and accommodation provided.
Underground Heavy
Diesel Fitter /
Leading Hand
Industry
Mining
Salary/Rate
AU$80 - AU$90 per hour
Location
QLD
Type
Full Time
Join a brand-new underground gold project on NZ's coast, 2:2 roster,flights from Australia, brand new Sandvik fleet and a clear path to permanent
- $80-$90/hr + super | 14/14 roster | Flights from AUS
- Brand-new Sandvik fleet on a 5-year underground gold project
- Private ensuite room and all meals provided | Pathway to permanent
THE ROLE & WHY APPLY
Here's your chance to be part of a brand-new underground project coming to life on New Zealand's West Coast, this site are looking for underground Heavy Diesel Fitters & Leading Hands to join its growing crew. Here's what's on offer:
- Roster: 2:2 - 7 days, 7 nights, 14 off (12-hour shifts)
- FIFO from major east coast airports, including Brisbane, Townsville and Cairns, to NZ
- Quality accommodation with a private room, ensuite and all meals included
- Move across to the contractor's books after 6 months and join a company with operations internationally
- Work on a steady 5-year project with around 20 pieces of brand-new machinery
- Rates: HD Fitters $80-$85/hr + super | Leading Hands $85-$90/hr + super
THE PROJECT & COMPANY
This isn't just another mine site. You'll join a major mining contractor with projects internationally and be part of a historic NZ gold mine with a unique story.
- First discovered in 1905 and mined for 45 years, this site is now being redeveloped through a modern twin decline, with first gold production scheduled for December 2026
- A five-year contract, with the workforce growing to approximately 280 people at peak
- This is a well-known hard rock contractor who has projects across Australia and internationally
- The site will include anything from production, development etc so plenty of exposure
WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING
You'll join a tight crew of auto electricians, HD fitters, LV mechanics and boilermakers, keeping a brand-new underground fleet running:
- Workshop servicing, plus scheduled and preventative maintenance
- Underground field breakdowns, fault finding and diagnostics
- Drill rig servicing, general repairs and problem solving in a role with real impact on daily operations
- Working on brand-new Sandvik gear, with no tired old machines here: DD422i development drills, DS422i cable bolters, TH551 underground trucks, and LH517i, LH307 and LH203 loaders
TRAVEL, ACCOMMODATION & CAREER PROGRESSION
Flights run from major east coast airports to Christchurch, and you'll be well looked after from day one.
- A shuttle takes you to accom on the West Coast, with a daily shuttle to and from site
- Private room and ensuite in a local hotel, with breakfast and dinner provided daily and crib for site
- A brand-new, purpose-built mine camp is due in 2027, just 20 minutes from site
- Start as a casual, full-time contractor through Marble, then move to the contractor's books after 6 months with leave entitlements
- From there, there are opportunities to extend your contract or move to Australian sites
- Keen to relocate to NZ? Immediate permanent positions are available for locals and relocators
YOUR BACKGROUND
This is a genuine long-term opportunity, not just a short-term contract. To be considered, you'll need:
- A heavy diesel fitter trade qualification, with underground mining experience
- The ability to work autonomously in the field on UG mining equipment
- A current unrestricted driver's licence, pass a pre-employment medical and NPC
- A can-do attitude and a willingness to learn
- Bonus: Sandvik experience (especially drills) or Sandvik OEM training
APPLYING IS EASY
No need for a perfect resume. Hit apply with what you've got, or call or text Ellie on ************ for a call back. Curious but not sure? Give me a ring anyway. It's a confidential chat, and I have other sites and rosters available too.
In the past 5 years we have been extremely humbled to have placed over 16,000 people into meaningful employment. This equates to 21 lives enhanced every day!
Ellie Smith | ******************** | ************ | ************
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