Heavy Duty Drill Mechanic

RESIDENTIAL LOCATION: Kalgoorlie or Perth

WORK SITE: Binduli

ROSTER: 2:1 – 12hrs (Residential or FIFO available)

PACKAGE: Salary + Performance Bonus + Residential Allowance + Site Allowance + Insurance + Private Health + Gym Membership Discount + Other Benefits

ABOUT THE ROLE

As an HD Drill Mechanic at Norton Gold Fields, you are responsible for performing safe, high-quality maintenance, servicing, and repairs on the Open Pit Epiroc drill fleet, specifically T45 and D65 models. The role contributes directly to fleet availability, equipment reliability, and safe production by supporting planned and unplanned maintenance activities on a 2/1 basis, ensuring compliance with all relevant statutory requirements and health and safety regulations.

• Regular inspections of the work area to identify hazards, damage and defects.
• Conduct daily inspections, servicing, and component changeouts on Epiroc T45 and D65 rigs by OEM standards and maintenance schedules
• Perform reactive maintenance and fault diagnostics across mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical systems
• Ensure all work complies with site standards, OEM specifications, and WA statutory classified plant requirements
• Communicate with planners on work progress, upcoming component changeouts, and parts requirements
• Conduct job hazard analyses (JHAs), participate in pre-starts and toolbox meetings, and report safety hazards
• Accurately complete work orders, defect reports, and service documentation using the CMMS (e.g., AMT, SAP)
• Assist team members, mentor apprentices (where applicable), and contribute to safe, efficient shift handovers.
• Communicate actively and openly with the direct supervisor.

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Australian Recognised Trade Certificate – Heavy Diesel Fitter / Mobile Plant Technology
• Current, unrestricted Western Australian Class “C” Driver’s Licence (Essential).
• Epiroc OEM training or demonstrated hands-on experience with T45 and D65 rigs
• Strong commitment to safety and a team player.
• Strong technical knowledge of hydraulic, electrical, and air systems on drill rigs
• Skilled in reading and interpreting OEM manuals, schematics, and service bulletins

BENEFITS

• Permanent full-time roles with an immediate start.
• Excellent remuneration package with additional allowances.
• Receive a $12k residential allowance per annum for employees located in Kalgoorlie.
• Receive up to $4.8k site allowance per annum, depending on your site location.
• Receive up to 10% short-term incentive payment (STIP) of your base salary or more.
• Fully covered family private health insurance through GU Health Complete Gold Cover or an allowance of $4.8k.
• Fully covered Death and Total & Permanent Disability (TPD) insurance or an allowance of $2.4k.
• Pro-rata long service leave (LSL) after just 5 years of service, and be entitled to 13 weeks paid LSL after 10 years of service.
• Work with a team that prioritises safety while ensuring you achieve your best output.
• And more!

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