Diesel Fitter
Company: Foxleigh Mine
Role summary
Diesel Fitter is a role at Foxleigh Mine in Middlemount, Queensland, Australia (on-site). Posted 2026-10-22. Experience level: 2-5.
- Job title
- Diesel Fitter
- Company
- Foxleigh Mine
- Location
- Middlemount, Queensland, Australia
- Work arrangement
- on-site
- Category
- Trades & Construction
- Experience level
- 2-5
- Date posted
- 2026-10-22
You’ll be joining a dedicated team at Foxleigh Mine to keep their heavy equipment fleet running smoothly through hands-on maintenance and repairs. It is a fantastic opportunity if you enjoy working on large-scale machinery like Kenworth road trains and want a stable, full-time career with a strong focus on safety and reliability.
Job description
About the Role:
Reporting to the Maintenance Supervisor and working closely with Leading Hands and the wider Maintenance team, we are seeking motivated and safety-focused Diesel Fitters to play a key role in maintaining the reliability and performance of Foxleigh Mine's equipment fleet.
This role is responsible for safely executing preventative, corrective and breakdown maintenance activities across our coal haulage fleet, including Kenworth Road trains and associated haulage equipment, as well as ancillary equipment such as pumps, generators and lighting plants.
Depending on your skills and experience, you may be assigned to either the Coal Haulage or Ancillary Equipment team, or have the opportunity to work across both areas. All work is to be completed in accordance with statutory requirements, OEM standards and site procedures to support safe, efficient and reliable maintenance outcomes.
Key Responsibilities Include:
Performing preventative, corrective and breakdown maintenance on haulage fleet and ancillary equipment
Diagnosing mechanical faults and carrying out repairs to a high standard
Conducting inspections, servicing and component replacements
Troubleshooting engine, hydraulic, transmission and drivetrain systems
Identifying and reporting equipment defects and reliability concerns
Completing maintenance documentation and work orders accurately
Supporting equipment reliability through quality workmanship
Maintaining a strong commitment to safety and housekeeping standards
About You:
To be successful in this role, you will bring:
Trade qualification as a Diesel Fitter, Heavy Vehicle Mechanic or equivalent.
Experience maintaining heavy mobile equipment, haulage fleets and/or ancillary equipment within mining, civil or heavy industry environments.
Strong fault-finding, diagnostic and troubleshooting capability.
Sound understanding of safe work practices, isolation procedures and maintenance systems.
Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively within a team environment.
Commitment to safety, quality workmanship and continuous improvement.
Current Open Driver's Licence.
Standard 11 and Health Assessment (or ability to obtain)
What's on Offer?
In addition to influencing and contributing to the success of Foxleigh, successful candidates will enjoy:
A competitive salary package with DIDO / BIBO options & camp accommodation provided
Permanent full-time, 7/7 Roster- 12 Hour Days rotating Dayshift and Nightshift
Excellent site culture where your contribution is recognised and valued
Join us at Foxleigh Mine and be part of a team committed to safe, reliable and efficient mining operations. Apply today to take the next step in your maintenance career.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.