Workshop Tradesperson - Mechanical

Description:

Due to rapid growth within our underground business, Bis want to invest in highly skilled, motivated, and driven workshop tradespersons. APPLY NOW!

Bis are now currently recruiting for Mechanical Tradesperson's to join our team, based out of our Tomago Office. This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing business and industry and is an ideal role for Mechanical Tradesperson either wanting to transition into the mining industry and gain some new skills on underground diesel mining equipment. OR The perfect opportunity for a Mechanical Tradesperson that is wanting to step back from the long commute, shift work and rotating rosters and reap the rewards of a work/life balance , whist still working on heavy machinery for a leading underground mining company.
Reporting to the Workshop Manager, the Mechanical Tradesperson role is responsible for the repair and maintenance such as servicing, component replacement, component overhaul, general repairs and reconditioning works on a variety of Underground Mobile Equipment such as Loaders, Driftrunners, PJB Minecruisers, Continuous Miners, Graders, Shuttle Cars, Feeder Breakers, Power Generators and Ancillary Equipment.
Requirements of the Role:

• Cert III in Engineering Mechanical Trade OR Cert III in Mobile Plant Technology (or equivalent) in a relevant field.
• Minimum of 12 months’ post trade experience.
• Previous experience with repairing underground mobile plant (desirable) OR Previous experience with repairing opencut mining mobile plant (desirable).
• Explosion Protected Diesel Engine Systems – Code D inspections and installation (preferred).
• Sound knowledge and experience in the application of mining equipment and its life cycle.
• Ability to read and understand schematics and drawings.
• Ability to use measuring equipment.
• Hydraulic and pneumatic experience (preferred)
• Current drivers’ licence.

To succeed in this role, you must:

• Demonstrate a commitment to our goal of Zero Harm.
• Have a positive can-do attitude and adhere to all site safety standards and requirements.
• Have the ability to work autonomously, meet deadlines and work under pressure.
• Have strong fault-finding capabilities/diagnosis skills.
• Be a strong communicator and have attention to detail.

Benefits of Working for Bis:
In addition to providing a competitive salary/rate, we are also able to provide long-term job security, career development and training opportunities as well as but not limited to the below list of employee benefits:

• Novated Leases of Motor Vehicles through SGFleet.
• Subsidised Corporate Private Health Insurance for you and your family.
• Income Protection and Life insurance with AustralianSuper.
• Paid Parental Leave (Up to 18 Weeks’ Pay for Primary Carer)
• Employee Referral Program (up to $2500)
• Corporate Discounts on Motor Vehicle Purchases with Toyota
• Corporate Discounts for Car Rental and Hotel Stays
• Education Assistance
• Flexible Working Arrangements and Rosters
• Salary Sacrifice options, service recognition awards, employee assistance programs

Who is Bis?
Bis own the largest fleet of Underground Hire Equipment in the Coal Mining Industry. We provide casual and long-term hire of run of mine equipment including Load Haul Dump (LHD) Machines, Graders, and Personnel Transporters. Bis also provide casual and long-term hire of Longwall Move Equipment including Mules, Heavy Lift Load Haul Dump Machines, Pan Pickers and Dozers, ensuring greater security and flexibility while preserving valuable capital for our clients.
Our Diesel and Electrical Services Division offer complete equipment overhauls, scheduled servicing and machine repairs using the workshop base, and field service crews equipped to operate autonomously at the site of the customer.
Uniquely tasked with growing the business further, Bis are looking to further the footprint in the Underground Industry with a wide selection of equipment purchases in the future.
About Our Recruitment Process
As part of our recruitment process, there are several checks which may be conducted to demonstrate your suitability for a role. These include but are not limited to National Police Checks, medical, drug and alcohol testing, due diligence checks, right to work checks, and/or reference checks.
If you are looking for a change or challenge in 2024 with a company that values their employee’s safety and wellbeing and would like to gain experience in the underground coal mining industry, working within a productive and close-knit team, then Bis Industries want to hear from you! APPLY NOW!