Heavy Diesel Fitters & Auto Electricians

_{30th July, 2026}

Looking for your next opportunity?

We're currently recruiting experienced Heavy Diesel Fitters and Auto Electricians for multiple FIFO and Perth-based positions with reputable mining and maintenance clients across Western Australia.

Whether you're looking for FIFO, a local Perth role, a better roster, or the opportunity to get your foot in the door with a new mining client, we have a range of long-term opportunities available with immediate starts.

Many of these positions are ongoing with the goal of transitioning successful candidates into permanent roles, making this an excellent opportunity to establish yourself with leading mining operations and maintenance providers.
 
FIFO Opportunities

Underground Heavy Diesel Fitters – Gold Mining
Locations:

• Kambalda
• Town of Cue
• Meekatharra

Rosters:

• 8/6
• 7/7
• 7 Nights / 7 Days / 7 Off

Salary: $165,000 - $182,000 per annum
 
Leading Hand Heavy Diesel Fitter – Underground
Location: Kambalda
Roster: 8/6, 7/7
Salary: $187,000 - $191,000 per annum
 
Heavy Diesel Fitters – Multiple Underground Gold Mine Locations
Locations:

• Leinster
• Coolgardie
• Laverton
• Fraser Range
• Bandya

Rosters:

• 2/2
• 7/7
• 8/6

Pay: $85/hour
 
Auto Electricians

Underground Auto Electrician
Location: Kambalda
Roster: 8/6
Salary: $190,000 - $215,000 per annum
 
Underground Auto Electricians – Multiple Gold Mine Locations
Locations:

• Leinster
• Coolgardie
• Laverton
• Fraser Range

Rosters:

• 2/2
• 7/7
• 8/6

Pay: $80-$90/hour
 
Perth Metro Opportunities – Home Every Night

Heavy Diesel Fitters / Serviceperson
�� Bibra Lake
Roster: Monday-Friday
Pay: $65-$75/hour
HR Licence Required
 
Heavy Diesel Fitter – Forklift & Cummins Experience
�� Wangara
Roster: Monday-Friday
Pay: Negotiable depending on experience
 
Component Fitter – Underground Mining Equipment Rebuilds
�� Wangara
Roster: Monday-Friday
Pay: Negotiable depending on experience
 
Auto Electrical Serviceperson
�� Perth & Newman
Roster: Monday-Friday
Pay: $60/hour
Heavy Diesel earthmoving equipment and Road Transport.
 
Why Join Us?

• Multiple FIFO and Perth-based opportunities with immediate starts
• Long-term contracts with reputable mining clients
• Strong opportunity to secure permanent employment based on performance and cultural fit
• Excellent hourly rates and salary packages of up to $215,000 per annum
• Variety of rosters to suit your lifestyle
• Work across established underground gold mining operations and leading maintenance workshops
• Opportunity to broaden your experience across multiple sites, clients and OEM equipment
• Supportive teams with a strong commitment to safety, development and career progression

 
What We're Looking For
Heavy Diesel Fitters

• Australian recognised Heavy Diesel Fitter / Mobile Plant Mechanical Trade Qualification
• Experience maintaining heavy mobile mining equipment
• Strong diagnostics, fault finding and preventative maintenance skills

Auto Electricians

• Australian recognised Auto Electrical Trade Qualification
• Experience diagnosing and repairing electrical systems on heavy mobile mining equipment
• Experience with OEM diagnostic software, CANBUS and mining equipment is highly regarded

Preferred Experience

• Underground mining experience is highly regarded and will be viewed favourably.
• Candidates with open-pit, surface mining, quarrying or heavy civil experience are also encouraged to apply.
• Experience on CAT, Sandvik, Epiroc, Komatsu, Hitachi, Liebherr or similar OEM equipment is advantageous.

Essential Requirements

• Australian recognised trade qualification relevant to the role
• Current Australian Driver's Licence (Manual preferred)
• Ability to pass a pre-employment medical and Drug & Alcohol screen
• Strong commitment to safety and teamwork

⚠️ Applicants MUST have valid Australian Working Rights to be considered for these opportunities.

If you're an experienced Heavy Diesel Fitter or Auto Electrician looking for your next opportunity, we'd love to hear from you.

Whether you're seeking a better roster, career progression, long-term stability or simply a change of site, we have opportunities to suit a wide range of experience levels.

Apply now for a confidential discussion about the role best suited to your experience, roster preference and career goals.