Field Service Fitter | Mining

Field Service Fitter

Kickstart your career or take the next step with Hastings Deering – where tradespeople build something BIGGER.

We're looking for experienced Field Service Fitters in Mackay to service and maintain Caterpillar open-cut mining equipment for our valued customers across the Bowen Basin. These are Permanent, Full-Time opportunities working on even time rosters.

Ideally, you will be a Mackay local who possess considerable experience diagnosing, repairing and maintaining large and ultra class CAT Mining equipment. Drill and Hydraulic Mining Shovel Experience is also desirable, but not essential.

What you'll be doing As a Field Service Fitter at Hastings Deering, you will:

• Deliver quality service – carry out maintenance and repairs to the highest standard, ensuring our customers' equipment performs at its best.
• Follow the right procedures – research and consult the correct and latest service information systems for specific procedures, instructions and specifications.
• Do it once, do it right – take every step to ensure workmanship is fault-free ensuring quality in the finished product and any rework is avoided.
• Work to schedule – complete assigned tasks within required timeframes while maintaining safety and quality.
• Keep customers informed – involve customers in major repair decisions and provide clear updates on job progress.
• Support genuine parts sales – promote and advise on the use of genuine Caterpillar parts to maximise performance and reliability.

Who are we and why work with us?

Hastings Deering is proud to be one of the top 5 Caterpillar dealerships globally. We sell, rent, and offer support and parts distribution services for Cat® products across a range of industries, including resources, general construction, civil transport and commercial construction, power systems, government, primary industries and marine. We have more than 3,500 employees across 23 business service centres throughout Queensland, Northern Territory, Papua New Guinea, the Solomon Islands and New Caledonia, with our headquarters based in Brisbane, Australia.

At Hastings Deering, our people are the heart of what we do. When you join our team, you'll benefit from:

• Competitive hourly rate + regular scheduled pay increases under our Enterprise Agreement.
• Competency based pay reclassifications.
• Dedicated Field Service Vehicle.
• Work/life balance working an even time roster.
• Benefits plus - Field Service Allowance - Income protection insurance + employee incentive programs!
• Up to 30 days flex leave on offer!
• Access to free health checks, discounted private health cover, and our Employee Assistance Program.
• CAT Dealer Technician Training – enhance your knowledge!
• Training, mentoring, and career development opportunities.
• A supportive, inclusive team environment with opportunities across Australia and internationally.

What you need: A successful teammate will have experience in:

• Relevant Trade qualifications and demonstrated service and repair experience on Caterpillar mining equipment.
• Site based mining roles will require current coal board medical and a Std 11 Qualification or the ability to acquire via HDAL.
• 3-5 years' post trade experience on mining equipment.
• Well-developed communication and customer service skills
• The ability to work autonomously and as a team as required.
• Demonstrated and proven ability with desktop computers and devices
• Experience on Caterpillar Diagnostic Systems (ET Vims, SIMSi and SIS)
• Commitment to a high level of workplace health and safety
• Your ability to work under pressure during peak periods is essential.

Interested? Here's What's Next:

If you're interested in growing your career with a large OEM, we'd love to hear from you! Apply now.