Heavy Diesel Fitters - Isaac Downs

Join the EPSA Team

About EPSA

EPSA is a global, family-owned business with more than 60 years of experience across the mining, civil and earthmoving industries. With operations across several countries, our Australian team continues to deliver high-quality maintenance and operational support to some of the industry’s leading mining projects.

We are currently seeking experienced Diesel Fitters to join our team at Isaac Downs Mine, near Moranbah, Queensland, working on a range of large-scale mining equipment. 

About the Role

As a Diesel Fitter with EPSA, you will be responsible for carrying out preventative maintenance, diagnostics, fault finding and repairs on heavy mining equipment while maintaining a strong focus on safety and reliability.

Key responsibilities include:

• Carrying out preventative maintenance, repairs and servicing on heavy mining equipment.

• Diagnosing and troubleshooting mechanical faults and equipment issues.

• Working on Caterpillar, Liebherr & Komatsu machinery and other heavy mobile mining equipment.

• Completing required safety documentation, including job inspections, JSAs and SLAMs.

• Identifying and communicating safety, mechanical and maintenance issues.

• Completing all work to a high standard and within required timeframes.

• Working effectively as part of a team while also being able to work independently.

• Maintaining a strong commitment to health, safety and environmental standards.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Certificate III in Diesel Fitting Technology (Engineering) or equivalent recognised Australian trade qualification.

• Previous experience working in the mining industry, preferably within a heavy mobile equipment maintenance environment.

• Experience working with Caterpillar, Komatsu & Leibherr machinery or similar large-scale mining equipment.

• Strong diagnostic, fault-finding, troubleshooting and preventative maintenance skills.

• A strong commitment to workplace health and safety.

• The ability to work effectively under pressure and within set timeframes.

• A proactive approach with the ability to work both autonomously and as part of a team.

• Current Australian Open Driver Licence.

• Current S11.

• QLD Coal Mine Workers' Health Scheme Assessment, or willingness to obtain.

• High Risk Work Licences such as EWP, Forklift, Overhead Gantry Crane, Non-Slew Crane, Vehicle Loading Crane, Dogging and/or Rigging will be highly regarded.

• Current nationally recognised certification in:

  • Enter and Work in Confined Spaces

  • Gas Test Atmospheres

  • Work Safely at Heights

• Current First Aid Certificate.

• Willingness to undergo a pre-employment medical and random drug and alcohol screening.

What We Offer

At EPSA, we recognise the value our people bring to our business. In return, we offer:

• Permanent full-time employment.

• Multiple points of hire, making it easier to get to work from your local area.

• Attractive remuneration + superannuation + above-award leave entitlements.

• 100% employer-covered private health insurance with GU Health, with the option for employees to upgrade their cover.

• $15,000 Travel Allowance or Local Residential Allowance.

• Salary sacrificing and novated lease options.

• Camp accommodation and meals provided.

• The opportunity to work with a family-owned business that is committed to creating local employment opportunities.

• A supportive, inclusive and dynamic team environment.

• Long-term career opportunities within a growing global business.

Become Part of the EPSA Family

At EPSA, we believe our people are at the heart of our success. When you work at EPSA, you join a family — you don’t just join a project.

If you're an experienced Diesel Fitter looking for your next opportunity in the mining industry, apply today and become part of the EPSA team.