Mobile Maintenance Fitter

About Daunia Mine:

Daunia mine is a high performing operation in Queensland's Bowen Basin, producing premium metallurgical coal for global export since 2013. Located southeast of Moranbah and neighbouring Whitehaven's Winchester South project, Daunia is equipped with world class infrastructure and autonomous haulage technology, enabling safe and efficient operations.

What truly sets Daunia apart is its people. We’re proud to foster a supportive, collaborative culture that values everyone’s contributions, encourages personal growth, and focuses on safety. At Daunia, our team doesn’t just work together, they build each other up, creating an environment where skills, ideas, and passion for the work we do thrives.

About The Role:

As a Mobile Maintenance Fitter at Daunia mine, you will be responsible for the maintenance and repair of mobile mining equipment to ensure optimal performance and safety standards. This role involves working in a dynamic team environment, collaborating with site personnel to achieve safety and performance targets.

What You'll Do:

• Perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance across the fleet of autonomous haul trucks and ancillary equipment
• Diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical issues to minimize downtime
• Ensure compliance with safety protocols and contribute to a strong safety culture
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities and equipment status
• Collaborate with maintenance supervisors and other team members to prioritize tasks and allocate resources effectively
• Adhere to all company policies relating to environmental and safety standards.

What You'll Bring:

• Trade qualification in mechanical fitting or heavy diesel fitting
• Minimum 2 years post trade experience

• Showcase your strong mechanical expertise, fault finding and diagnostic skills on a wide variety of mobile mining equipment

• Experience working with 793F & 797F Haul Trucks, 994H Loaders, M Series Graders and D Series Water Carts
• OEM Experience will be highly regarded
• Drivers’ License – C Class
• High levels of initiative and the ability to work well in a team environment
• Strong commitment towards safety and quality.

Why Whitehaven Coal?

• Full relocation packages
• FIFO from Brisbane, Townsville or Cairns
• DIDO and local residential options available

• 26 weeks paid parental leave   
• Competitive salary packages with salary sacrificing options (local living & novated leases) 
• Employee Referral Scheme - $4,000 for Successful Referrals! 
• Employee discounts: groceries, petrol, fashion, entertainment plus more
• Career development, mentorship and coaching.