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Diesel Fitter

Job no: 497886

Work type: Casual

Location: Mackay & Coalfields

Categories: Diesel Fitters

We Want You

We are seeking experienced Diesel Fitters to join our growing Diesel Division in the Bowen Basin. If you have a strong background maintaining heavy mining equipment and take pride in delivering quality workmanship, we'd love to hear from you.

In this rostered role, you'll be responsible for the maintenance, repairs and diagnostics of a large-scale mining fleet, working alongside a supportive team committed to safety and operational excellence. This is an excellent opportunity to build your career with a company that genuinely values its people.

About The Role

Working a 7 days on / 7 days off roster, you will primarily maintain and repair:

• Caterpillar 6040/RH170 Excavators
• Hitachi EX5600-6 & EX5600-7 Excavators
• Liebherr R9800 Excavators
• 12% Superannuation paid on all hours
• Competitive remuneration
• 7/7 roster providing excellent work/life balance
• Ongoing, stable work in the Bowen Basin
• Modern mining fleet and varied work
• Supportive team environment

Previous experience on CAT, Hitachi & Liebherr Excavators within a mining environment is highly regarded.

The Successful Applicant, Will Have

• Relevant Trade Qualification
• Experience working Caterpillar 6040/RH170, Hitachi EX5600-6 & EX5600-7 & Liebherr R9800
• Coal Board Medical
• Standard 11 Statement of Attainment
• BMA Core Induction
• Working at Heights, Confined Space, GTA & EWP (Desirable)
• Strong diagnostic and fault-finding skills
• Problem solving and decision-making skills
• Great communication and interpersonal skills
• Have the proven ability to liaise with both management and clients
• Uncompromising attitude to safety
• Ability to meet site requirements

Why work with us?

Come and join the team, we have great employee benefits. A few benefits are:

• 12% Superannuation on all hours worked
• The opportunity to continue to build the team with the employee referral scheme (an awesome way for you to earn additional money)
• Salary packaging – such as Novate leasing
• GEM Awards – Quarterly reward system to recognise employees going the extra mile
• Private Health discounts
• Length of Service Recognition awards

These are challenging roles that will deliver great rewards to the right candidates. We are looking for people who are self-motivated and results driven to join our team.

Established in 2005 as CQ Field Mining Services, FMS Group has grown from a regional provider into a diversified, multi-division organisation delivering integrated solutions across Australia and Papua New Guinea. Our growth reflects a strong focus on capability, innovation, and meeting evolving client needs, with key expansions including PNG (2013), WA (2017), and the formation of Field Mining Services Group in 2019.

Since then, we have strengthened our service offering through specialised divisions spanning Safety Lift Solutions, engineering, electrical, onsite machining, and parts and equipment, alongside infrastructure maintenance projects and the acquisition of Schlam CRU in 2025. Rebranded as FMS Group in 2024, we are now a fully integrated, one-stop solution for mobile and fixed plant maintenance, shutdowns, infrastructure projects, and capital equipment sales across mining, construction, oil and gas, marine, and renewables.

Interested in knowing more about us: About FMS Group | Heavy Industry Services Since 2005

Delivering the best……every time.

FMS Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we value diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We seek to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people from diverse cultures, perspectives, skills and experiences within our workforce. All employment will be based on merit, competence, performance and business needs.

We respectfully request no recruitment agency approaches.

Advertised: 21 Jul 2026 E. Australia Standard Time

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• Diesel Fitter

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Keen for a great roster – 7 on 7 off? Do you have experience working on CAT, Hitachi & Liebherr Excavators? If so, this is the job for you.

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