Keep heavy equipment moving in a hands-on HD Fitter role with North Kerry Group
North Kerry Group is looking for an experienced HD Fitter to join our team on a 2/1 roster. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys a mix of planned maintenance, breakdown response, fault finding and component change-outs across heavy mobile plant and equipment in a fast-paced operational environment.
Working as part of our operations and maintenance team, you’ll play a key role in keeping equipment running safely, efficiently and reliably. If you’re a trade-qualified HD Fitter who takes pride in quality work, values safety and likes being part of a practical, hardworking team, we’d like to hear from you.
What you’ll be doing
- Carrying out planned, preventative and breakdown maintenance on heavy mobile plant and equipment
- Diagnosing and repairing mechanical, hydraulic and basic electrical faults across a range of machinery
- Servicing, maintaining and replacing components including engines, transmissions, differentials, hydraulic systems, pumps, cylinders, brakes, suspension and steering components
- Completing inspections, servicing, repairs and shutdown maintenance activities as required
- Assisting with equipment overhauls, rebuilds and major component change-outs
- Identifying opportunities to improve equipment reliability and reduce downtime
- Working closely with operations to prioritise maintenance tasks and respond to production needs
- Completing maintenance records, pre-starts, job notes and required documentation accurately
- Following site procedures, isolations and safety requirements at all times
- Maintaining a clean, organised and safe work area
What we’re looking for
- Trade qualification in Heavy Diesel Fitting / Mobile Plant / Diesel Mechanics or similar
- Experience in heavy mobile plant maintenance, civil, quarrying, earthmoving, transport, mining or other heavy industrial environments
- Strong fault-finding and problem-solving ability
- Experience working on heavy equipment such as loaders, excavators, trucks, skid steers, telehandlers, mobile plant or similar machinery
- Sound knowledge of diesel engines, hydraulics, drivetrains and mechanical systems
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
- Strong commitment to workplace health and safety
- Good communication skills and a reliable, proactive attitude
- Current driver’s licence
- Ability to pass pre-employment medical and drug & alcohol screening if required
Desirable tickets / experience
- HR licence
- Forklift / EWP / Working at Heights tickets
- Air-conditioning licence or auto electrical knowledge
- Welding and fabrication experience
- Experience with CAT, Komatsu, Hitachi, Volvo, Liebherr or similar heavy equipment
- Experience in shutdown work and maintenance planning
- Experience in a quarrying, crushing, earthmoving or production environment
What we offer
- Full-time opportunity with a growing WA business
- Supportive team environment with a strong safety focus
- Variety in day-to-day work across maintenance, repairs and project tasks
- Competitive hourly rate / salary package based on experience
- Opportunity to contribute to the reliability and performance of a busy operation
- Ongoing work with a company that values practical skills, initiative and teamwork
About North Kerry Group
North Kerry Group is a WA-based business committed to safe operations, reliable service and maintaining high standards across our site, equipment and people. We value people who show up, take ownership of their work and contribute positively to the team.
Pay: From $65.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
