Established in 2011, Merkanooka Haulage is a WA-based family-owned haulage and mining contractor, specialising in bulk haulage, civil works, crusher feed and mine site services. Our founder James remains hands on in our business daily, continuing the family feel and values.
Here at Merkanooka Haulage our core focus is on the care, safe operations, support and career development of our employees. Our culture is based around fostering an enthusiasm for hard work, client satisfaction and our staff’s engagement in a non-toxic and enjoyable working environment.
Many of our 300+ employees have over 5+ years of tenure with us and have helped us to grow and develop Merkanooka to what it is today, whilst advancing their careers and expertise in the business.
Our unrivalled workplace culture, competitive rates, modern fleet and with a knowledgeable and supportive Site & Head Office management team, Merkanooka Haulage are an employer of choice within the haulage and mining industries.
We pride ourselves on a modern well-maintained fleet and an open and respectful work culture.
Feel free to read our Seek reviews to see what our employees think about working with us.
Due to 3 internal moves/promotions across 2 different sites, we are seeking to hire 3 new personnel to the join us, as a Service Person (Workshop) supporting our Maintenance & Haulage Operation teams in the Goldfields.
This role would suit someone with a trade qualification (LV/HD/Boilermaker/HV etc) or a mechanical background (Marine Mechanic etc) or someone with 3+ years as a Service person in a mining/earthworks environment.
Role details:
2/1 Roster – Perth Point of Hire
1 week Day/1 week Night Shift
$58.00 per hour plus superannuation (on all hours)
Permanent opportunity
Weekly pay
Duties & Responsibilities:
Our Service Person will be responsible for supporting the day to day activities of the busy Workshop team of Mechanics/HD Fitters, Auto Electricians, Boilermakers, Tyre Fitters & Apprentices.
Assisting with all daily activities required by the entire workshop team
Greasing trucks, trailers & earthmoving equipment
Refueling Prime Movers & Plant across the sites
Assisting with site deliveries & dispensing stock utilizing a Forklift
General housekeeping around the workshop & site administration offices
Following workplace WHS procedures
Personal experience:
Prior experience in workshop environment
Effective communication skills with a helpful approach
Current Forklift license (with HRWL) essential
Current manual HR License (essential)
To be considered for this role, successful applicants will possess/provide:
2+ years in a similar role in a workshop, mining or construction environment
Safety focused
Great communicator who enjoys working solo and as part of a happy team
Teamwork & respectfulness as a top priority
National Police Clearance or ability to obtain one (less than 12 months old)
Full Australian working rights
If this role, our business practices, and your experience meet the above requirements, we welcome you to APPLY today. Any questions, feel free to email Clio@[email protected].
