Leading Hand - Fitter

At Komatsu Australia you’ll be part of an inclusive culture where all our people thrive, reflected in our purpose: creating value together. We encourage people with diverse backgrounds to apply for this role.

The Opportunity:

Seeking Leading Hand for an exciting new contract permanently based at our Curragh MARC contract. Responsibilities include maintenance, repair, and servicing of PC7000 Excavator, 930E-5 Electric Drive Dump Trucks, and D475A-8 dozers.  You will support and complete all machine-oriented tasks to enhance and maintain the Komatsu fleet. 

Roster: 7/7 rotating day and night shift

Annualised Salary: $189,423.44 + $200 per week local allowance + Tooling allowance + Super

Role Located: Curragh Coal Mine

Komatsu benefits:

• Families Policy: 16 weeks of paid primary carer parental leave, 4 weeks of secondary carer leave, plus many more family friendly benefits
• Financial: Income Protection Insurance provided through our company superannuation fund
• Career: Recognition, awards, flexibility, further education studies and internal career development
• Health: Corporate discount with Bupa, Total Wellbeing Solution with Telus Health
• Travel: Discounts with Avis, Qantas, Crown, IHG and travel agents
• Referral Program: $3,000 referral payment for referring a successful new employee to Komatsu

 What we are looking for:

• Trade qualification as a HV Electrician or Diesel Fitter, with relevant experience in the maintenance and repair of heavy equipment.
• Supervise and lead a team of skilled technicians in the maintenance, repair, and servicing of heavy equipment, including Komatsu diggers, dozers and trucks at the Curragh Mine Site.
• Proven leadership skills with the ability to effectively manage and motivate a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong technical proficiency in electrical or mechanical systems, with experience diagnosing and rectifying faults in heavy machinery.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to liaise effectively with internal stakeholders and external contractors.
• Commitment to safety, quality, and environmental standards, with a proactive approach to hazard identification and risk mitigation.
• Flexibility to work rostered shifts, including nights and weekends, as required by operational needs.
• Previous experience with Komatsu equipment will be advantageous but not essential.
• Coordinate and prioritise tasks to ensure timely completion of maintenance schedules and breakdown repairs.
• Conduct inspections, diagnostics, and troubleshooting of electrical or mechanical issues in heavy machinery, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards.
• Collaborate with site management to optimize equipment performance, minimize downtime, and improve overall operational efficiency.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, including work orders, equipment history, and inventory management.

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Komatsu offers a zero-harm culture in the workplace and competitive remuneration package. We employ people with different skills, abilities, cultural backgrounds, experiences, preferences, ethnicities and from different generations. Komatsu is endorsed by Work180 and committed to a workplace where women can thrive.