Big Pay. Strong Crew.We're chasing a hands-on Leading Hand Heavy Diesel Fitter to join the Emeco team at Foxleigh Mine.In this role, you'll lead and mentor a team of tradespeople while remaining actively involved in workshop and field maintenance. You'll coordinate daily crew activities, support breakdown response, and help keep our fleet operating safely and efficiently. Ideal for someone who enjoys leadership, teamwork, and getting on the tools.Why Emeco?Attractive hourly rates + project bonus = Earn big $$FIFO or DIDO options available on a 7/7 rosterSuper paid on every hour worked + 190hrs annual leave$5K Refer-a-Mate bonus (Trades only)Camp accommodation and meals Fortnightly Pay + Employee Discounts + Perks Ongoing Career progression opportunitiesThe FleetCAT 793C, 789C & 789D TrucksD10T & D11T Dozers16M & 18M Graders779 Service Carts777 & 785 Water CartsWhat You’ll BringAustralian recognised trade qualificationPrevious experience in a Leading Hand or senior fitter roleStrong diagnostic and troubleshooting abilityExperience across workshop and field maintenanceCoal mining maintenance experienceCurrent Australian driver’s licenceStandard 11 & Coal Board Medical (or willingness to obtain)Ability to pass a pre-employment medical and police clearanceIf you’re ready to step into a leadership role with a good crew and solid earning potential, we want to hear from you.Keen for a chat? Apply now or reach out directly to Lina to discuss your next mining move.📧 lina.kingi@emecogroup.com📱 0486 135 133 AUD Middlemount 4746

Leading Hand - Heavy Diesel Fitter

Big Pay. Strong Crew.

We're chasing a hands-on Leading Hand Heavy Diesel Fitter to join the Emeco team at Foxleigh Mine.

In this role, you'll lead and mentor a team of tradespeople while remaining actively involved in workshop and field maintenance. You'll coordinate daily crew activities, support breakdown response, and help keep our fleet operating safely and efficiently. Ideal for someone who enjoys leadership, teamwork, and getting on the tools.

Why Emeco?

  • Attractive hourly rates + project bonus = Earn big $$
  • FIFO or DIDO options available on a 7/7 roster
  • Super paid on every hour worked + 190hrs annual leave
  • $5K Refer-a-Mate bonus (Trades only)
  • Camp accommodation and meals 
  • Fortnightly Pay + Employee Discounts + Perks 
  • Ongoing Career progression opportunities
The Fleet
  • CAT 793C, 789C & 789D Trucks
  • D10T & D11T Dozers
  • 16M & 18M Graders
  • 779 Service Carts
  • 777 & 785 Water Carts
What You’ll Bring
  • Australian recognised trade qualification
  • Previous experience in a Leading Hand or senior fitter role
  • Strong diagnostic and troubleshooting ability
  • Experience across workshop and field maintenance
  • Coal mining maintenance experience
  • Current Australian driver’s licence
  • Standard 11 & Coal Board Medical (or willingness to obtain)
  • Ability to pass a pre-employment medical and police clearance

If you’re ready to step into a leadership role with a good crew and solid earning potential, we want to hear from you.

Keen for a chat? Apply now or reach out directly to Lina to discuss your next mining move.

📧 lina.kingi@emecogroup.com
📱 0486 135 133

  • Posted Date 12 Oct 2026
  • Location Middlemount
    QLD / Australia
  • Industry Resources & Energy
  • Job Type Full Time
  • Salary Attractive Hourly Rates plus Project Bonus