Technician Maintenance Fitter

DISCOVER A BRIGHTER FUTURE 

At South32, we’re meeting the challenge of enabling a sustainable future through our focus on responsibly producing commodities critical for a low-carbon world.

As a collaborative, caring and inclusive company, there’s no better place to make a genuine difference. Together we’re making a positive, global impact that has the potential to change lives.

Whatever career path you choose, we’ll support you every step of the way to learn, grow and succeed. So join us, step towards a brighter future and leave your legacy.

ABOUT GEMCO

Located on the tropical Groote Eylandt in the Northern Territory, GEMCO is an open-cut mine that is accountable for over 20% of the world’s manganese ore production. Groote Eylandt is home to the Anindilyakwa people, who are the traditional owners of the land and have been working alongside GEMCO since 1963

WHAT SOUTH32 OFFERS

• The opportunity to become a shareholder of South32 through our share plans
• Education assistance up to $8000 per year
• 14% Superannuation

ABOUT THE ROLE 

This role is a Permanent position on a 7:7 roster, rotating day and night shift roster, FIFO from Darwin or Cairns.

As the Technician Maintenance Fitter, you will be responsible for the inspection, maintenance, repair, and installation of mechanical components across a range of stationary assets such as crushers, conveyors, screens, pumps, and processing systems.

Other key responsibilities include, but aren’t limited to: 

• Carry out inspections, repairs and installations on crushers, conveyors, pumps and processing systems
• Execute scheduled work orders and record accurate maintenance history in SAP
• Identify faults and provide input into root cause analysis and reliability improvements
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to reduce cost and maximise production

ABOUT YOU 

You will have experience and demonstrate capability in the following: 

• Working in a Fixed Plant mining or heavy industrial environment
• Fault finding and preventative maintenance on mechanical systems
• Teamwork and collaboration with operations and engineering teams
• Strong safety focus and commitment to site standards

Qualifications for this position are: 

• Australian recognised Mechanical Fitter trade certificate (Cert III in Mechanical Engineering - Fitter)
• C class manual driver’s license

South32 is committed to building and maintaining an inclusive and diverse workforce that reflects the communities in which we operate.  We provide a recruitment process that is fair, equitable and accessible for all and we encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.

This job advert will close on 14th September 2025.