Date: 24 Jul 2026
Location: Roxby Downs, SA, AU, 5725
Company: Orica
About Orica
At Orica, it’s the power of our people that leads change and shapes our futures. Every day, all around the world, our people help mobilise vital resources essential to progress. Established in 1874, we have grown to become the world leader in mining and civil blasting with a diverse of team of more than 13,000 across the world.
It’s an exciting time to join us – we are shaping the future of mining through digital and automated technologies, embracing new ways of thinking, pioneering innovation and reimagining the way we work.
About the role
Join the Orica Metals West Asset & Maintenance Team as a Fitter, supporting mobile and fixed plant maintenance across Orica sites in South Australia.
Working on a variety of rosters including 8/6, 14/14, or 14/7, you'll provide maintenance and technical support while working closely with the Senior Site Supervisor and Asset Team.
At Orica, you'll enjoy a competitive salary package, ongoing training, and genuine career development opportunities, including pathways into supervisory and leadership roles.
This is an excellent opportunity to build a stable, long-term career with a global industry leader offering great rewards, flexible rosters, and strong career growth.
What you will be doing
Service and repair mobile and fixed plant equipment.
Provide maintenance support to site operations.
Manage spare parts, vendor relationships, and equipment performance.
Drive continuous improvement and maintenance planning.
Maintain asset records and conduct compliance audits.
Move across Orica sites to perform preventative maintenance and support equipment repairs.
What you will bring
Electrical or Mechanical trade qualification (Essential)
Dual trade with Auto-Electrical (Desirable)
3 + post trade experience in similar role within the heavy industry or mining sector
Heavy Rigid driving license is advantageous but not essential
Trainer and Assessor Certificate (Desirable)
Previous exposure to work permits
What we offer
As part of a truly global company, you will have the ability to grow and learn in a diverse, collaborative culture. We foster relationships and learning through connected global and local teams, promote flexible and diverse career paths and support the development of your knowledge and skills.
You will be paid a competitive salary, learn from talented individuals across multiple disciplines and be able to thrive in a safe workplace within a collaborative culture. Ignite your career at a place where your distinct potential can find its home.
We respect and value all
Orica promotes and fosters a culture of inclusion and Equal Opportunity Employment everywhere we operate. We treat our people and applicants with fairness, dignity, and respect, getting the best of everyone’s contributions.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, nationality, age, military or veteran, marital or disability status.
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