Leading Hand Fixed Plant Fitter

Vault Minerals Limited is a leading intermediate gold producer listed on the ASX, with a diversified portfolio of operating assets across Western Australia and Canada. Formerly known as Red 5 Limited, the company rebranded to Vault Minerals in September 2024 to reflect its scale, strength, and growth ambitions.

King of the Hills (KOTH) is the flagship operation of Vault Minerals Limited and one of the largest gold mines in Australia. After a significant expansion, KOTH now features a 5.2 million tonne per annum (Mtpa) processing plant, providing a solid platform for long-term production growth. This dynamic operation combines open-pit and underground mining, with exciting exploration activities driving the future.  KOTH is located approximately 900 km northeast of Perth and 25 km north of Leonora, within the Goldfields Region of Western Australia. 

Reporting to the Maintenance Supervisor, the Leading Hand Fitter will be responsible for taking a leading role in providing mechanical maintenance across the operation, including in the plant, site infrastructure and village. You will lead by example in displaying a strong safety-focus and collaborative approach, ensuring that plant equipment is always maintained at a high level of availability.  

This position will be offered on a 15:13 dayshift, with rotational rostered swings of 14:14 nightshift 3-6 times a year.

What We offer: 

• Permanent full-time opportunity with fortnightly pay 
• Salary sacrifice and novated leasing options 
• Short 1 hour flight to Leonora – collect Virgin Frequent Flyer points 

Key responsibilities of this role will include:

• Ensure that plant and equipment is maintained and operated as per regulation and is in a safe working condition. 
• Assist with mentoring apprentices and junior fitters. 
• Assist with allocating work tasks to ensure maintenance priorities are met. 
• Communicate job progress and any delays promptly to the Maintenance Supervisor. 
• Ensure Purchase Orders are raised to maintain stock required. 
• Ensure all work is performed in a safe manner, and in accordance with Job Procedures and JHA's
• Be proactive in continuously improving standards and strategies
• Provide relief coverage for the Maintenance Supervisor where required

About You 

• Mechanical Trade Qualification 
• 5 years + Mine site experience post-trade qualification
• Previous fixed plant maintenance experience, with strong knowledge and understanding of all sections of a Gold Processing Plant. 
• Microsoft Office suite and computer-based maintenance systems experience (Pronto preferred)
• Hold a current "C Class" WA Driver's Licence
• Senior First Aid, High-risk licenses, Forklift, basic Rigging and Dogging tickets will be highly desirable
• Schedule 26 qualification or ability to obtain (highly desirable, not essential)

Our Recruitment Process:

As part of our recruitment process, we require a pre-employment medical, drug and alcohol screen and a National Police Clearance.

If you would like to join us on our growth journey, please apply now. 

Vaults Minerals kindly requests that agencies do not send unsolicited resumes unless specifically invited to do so.