Step into a standout opportunity as a Leading Hand Heavy Diesel Fitter in our Goldfields workshops!5+ Year projectNewly built dome-style workshop and updated toolingEarn up to $232k per year + super (based on experience)2:1 FIFO roster from Perth or Busselton (7 days, 7 nights, 7 off) with direct flights to and from siteSmall crews12% super paid on ALL hours workedOn-site accommodation and meals providedFortnightly paysGym onsite$5k refer a mate program $$$What your day looks like:Lead a team of 10 – 15 people on day and night shiftOngoing maintenance and optimisation of Emeco’s heavy earthmoving fleetProviding support to the Emeco rental fleet as requiredWorking safely and adhering to relevant HSE policy and procedures to minimise the risk of injury to yourself and others. Ensuring all maintenance and optimisation targets are met on time and within budget.Working with Emeco customers and stakeholders to meet larger organisational objectives.What we’ll need from you: Must have full working rights within Australia A strong commitment to safety and leadershipAMT exposure would be highly advantageousSignificant post-trade experience with heavy earthmoving equipment; namely Caterpillar, Komatsu, and HitachiPrior leadership experience working on a mine site leading a team of 10+ peopleHigh level of understanding of maintenance and reliability principlesStrong analytical mindset and solution focused attitudeHold a current Australian Driver's License Recognised National Australian Trade Certificate as a Heavy Diesel FitterLicence to conduct high risk work with dogging, rigging, crane and work platform classifications (desirable)Fleet Onsite:New Liebherr excavator R9400 New Hitachi haul truck EH3500-3AC Hitachi excavator EX1900-6Caterpillar D10T DozerCaterpillar 16H graderCaterpillar 773E water cartCaterpillar 777D water cartThe successful candidate will be required to undergo a pre-employment medical, including drug and alcohol screening, and provide a current National Police Check.Quick, apply now! Shortlisting will begin immediately, hit 'Apply Now' or email a copy of your CV and any supporting documents directly at recruitment@emecogroup.com  AUD Perth 6000

Leading Hand Heavy Diesel Technician

Step into a standout opportunity as a Leading Hand Heavy Diesel Fitter in our Goldfields workshops!

  • 5+ Year project
  • Newly built dome-style workshop and updated tooling
  • Earn up to $232k per year + super (based on experience)
  • 2:1 FIFO roster from Perth or Busselton (7 days, 7 nights, 7 off) with direct flights to and from site
  • Small crews
  • 12% super paid on ALL hours worked
  • On-site accommodation and meals provided
  • Fortnightly pays
  • Gym onsite
  • $5k refer a mate program $$$

What your day looks like:

  • Lead a team of 10 – 15 people on day and night shift
  • Ongoing maintenance and optimisation of Emeco’s heavy earthmoving fleet
  • Providing support to the Emeco rental fleet as required
  • Working safely and adhering to relevant HSE policy and procedures to minimise the risk of injury to yourself and others. 
  • Ensuring all maintenance and optimisation targets are met on time and within budget.
  • Working with Emeco customers and stakeholders to meet larger organisational objectives.

What we’ll need from you: 

  • Must have full working rights within Australia 
  • A strong commitment to safety and leadership
  • AMT exposure would be highly advantageous
  • Significant post-trade experience with heavy earthmoving equipment; namely Caterpillar, Komatsu, and Hitachi
  • Prior leadership experience working on a mine site leading a team of 10+ people
  • High level of understanding of maintenance and reliability principles
  • Strong analytical mindset and solution focused attitude
  • Hold a current Australian Driver's License 
  • Recognised National Australian Trade Certificate as a Heavy Diesel Fitter
  • Licence to conduct high risk work with dogging, rigging, crane and work platform classifications (desirable)

Fleet Onsite:

  • New Liebherr excavator R9400 
  • New Hitachi haul truck EH3500-3AC 
  • Hitachi excavator EX1900-6
  • Caterpillar D10T Dozer
  • Caterpillar 16H grader
  • Caterpillar 773E water cart
  • Caterpillar 777D water cart

The successful candidate will be required to undergo a pre-employment medical, including drug and alcohol screening, and provide a current National Police Check.

Quick, apply now! 

Shortlisting will begin immediately, hit 'Apply Now' or email a copy of your CV and any supporting documents directly at recruitment@emecogroup.com 

  • Posted Date 20 Nov 2025
  • Location Perth
    WA / Australia
  • Industry Resources & Energy
  • Job Type Full Time
  • Salary Not provided