Mechanical Fitter - Appin

RUC brings a wide range of experience and expertise to the discipline, gained from sinking and equipping some of the largest shafts in the world, often in the harshest conditions. Our turnkey solution for shaft projects, delivers a final constructed solution that gets your high-risk projects done with a minimum of fuss.

RUC is committed to maintaining and enhancing the reputation of RUC Mining as an industry leader in providing services to the Mining Industry which fully meet our Clients requirements and expectations and comply with relevant regulations codes and standards.

We are continuing to build on our reputation and with this comes winning new projects. Due to these project successes, we require the following experienced underground personnel to join the underground Division at RUC Cementation and Mining:

About the Role

RUC Mining currently have an opportunity for a Qualified Mechanical Trade Fitters to join our Appin NSW Shaft Project.

5:2 or 14:14 roster (days shift only)

• Complete machinery servicing and repair breakdowns.
• Tasks include but not limited to assembling, disassembling, modifications, and maintenance of transmissions, brakes, winders, sheaves, ropes, pneumatic rock drills and feed rails, parts ordering, and stock control.
• Repair hydraulic systems/pipes/hoses, low voltage electrical faults, bearing and sheave, pneumatic rock drills and feed rails, replace broken bolts.
• Servicing and maintenance of filters, changes oil.
• Attend to breakdowns of machinery.
• Complete all relevant safe check requirements
• Component change out of hydraulics.
• Testing and fault finding of light and heavy machines.
• Completion of service logs and daily/weekly run sheets.
• Operation of Integrated Tool carrier (I.T.)
• Tyre Changes

Tickets and Licences Required:

• Certificate III or higher in Diesel Mechanic or Mobile Plant Technology
• Strong knowledge of pneumatics and hydraulics
• Valid Manual Australian Driver's Licence
• Able to provide National Police Clearance (within 6 months of commencement)
• Working Safely at Heights
• White Card
• Hold current Provide First Aid or ability to complete the course

Benefits of Working with RUC

• Full-Time Permanent position
• Salary Sacrifice toward super
• Super paid on All Hours worked
• Income Protection Insurance with no exclusions or out-of-work recreational activities
• Generous long-service incentive program