Apprentice Diesel Fitter, Apprentice Auto Electrician

About Redpath

The Redpath Group is a leading mining contractor with almost 10,000 employees on projects across the globe. We specialise in shaft sinking, mine development, contract mining, raiseboring, underground construction, engineering & technical services, and specialty services in the mining and construction sectors.

With the recent acquisition of RUC Mining, we now operate the largest fleet of Raisedrill & Raisebore machines in Australia. Integrating RUC Mining's expertise with Redpath’s established reputation allows us to offer an expanded range of services and enhanced capabilities to our clients. This integration is not just about growth; it's also about creating more opportunities for all of our team members.

As our business continues to grow, we are seeking talented candidates to be involved in the integration and streamlining of our operations to continue Redpath's development and ability to continue to deliver exceptional value to our clients and partners.

The Brisbane Plant Yard assist with the mobilisation of heavy mobile equipment, assisting with demolibising of projects, overhauling of equipment, commissioning of new gear to projects. The Plant Yard also provides maintenance and technical support services to projects in regards to planning and scheduling.

The role involves

• January 2025 Start


• Working a 9 day fortnight, 10hr shifts


• As instructed, undertake and attend any training or assessment related to the training plan


• Work towards achieving the competencies in the training plan


• Assisting with carrying out general Mechanical work including: repairs, attending breakdown's and service work in a workshop environment to heavy mobile and fixed plant equipment


• Program involves years 1 & 4 year of the apprenticeship based in our Brisbane workshop, and years 2 & 3 FIFO to our mining projects

We are looking for

• Valid manual drivers licence


• Own transport


• Year 12 Certificate or higher


• Enthusiastic and motivated to learn and succeed


• Willingness to commit to and complete a four (4) year apprenticeship


• Occasional site based work is a requirement of this role after completion of year 1


• A work ethic and attitude in keeping with Redpath's motto Consider it done — safely.

In return you can expect

• 9 day fortnight roster!


• Free car parking


• Career paths through internal promotions


• Competitive hourly rate with annual leave, sick leave


• Fortnightly pay


• PPE provided


• Salary Sacrifice for Superannuation and Novated car leasing


• Discounted health insurance with BUPA


• Business improvement and innovation rewards


• Reimbursement for prescription safety glasses (up to $200)


• Employee Assistance (4 sessions per annum), well-being assistance that’s free for all the family


• Investment in training in OEM Accredited Trade Courses

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