Westgold Resources
gold mining
SurfaceHDFitters
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“Surface HD Fitters at Westgold Resources. Skills: Underground mobile equipment maintenance, Fault diagnosis, Preventative maintenance, Troubleshooting. Maintain and service underground mobile equipment. Diagnose faults and complete breakdown & preventative maintenance”
What You'll Achieve.
minimise downtime
Industry & Context.
troubleshooting and problem-solving skills; Diagnose faults
FIFO, DIDO or residential – Kambalda and Kalgoorlie, medical and drug and alcohol screening, relevant right to work checks, valid Australian national police clearance, Australian driver’s licence (or be able to obtain)
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
WA C Class manual licence, Relevant trade qualification (HD Fitter / Diesel Mechanic), Underground or heavy industry experience, troubleshooting and problem-solving skills, Solid computer literacy (MS Office), medical and drug and alcohol screening, relevant right to work checks, valid Australian national police clearance, Australian driver’s licence (or be able to obtain)
Nice to Have
Experience with Sandvik, CAT, Epiroc or Volvo equipment, CMMS experience (Pronto desirable), Diagnostic systems such as CAT ET or SIS
What You'll Do.
Maintain and service underground mobile equipment
Diagnose faults and complete breakdown & preventative maintenance
Follow maintenance schedules to minimise downtime
Support maintenance planning and improvement initiatives
Liaise with contractors and site stakeholders
Attend ongoing OEM training and upskilling sessions
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Liaise with contractors and site stakeholders
Full Job Description
Westgold Resources is shaping the future of gold mining in Western Australia. We are looking for passionate and dedicated individuals to join our team who shares our vision of building a sustainable and profitable major Australian gold business. **Ready to break into underground mining?** Westgold offers structured training, OEM support and hands‑on experience to help surface HD Fitters build strong underground maintenance careers. **THE WESTGOLD OFFER** * Permanent full‑time role with competitive base + site & health allowances + STIP bonus * Lifestyle rosters to suit you (8/6–7/7) * FIFO, DIDO or residential – Kambalda and Kalgoorlie * Modern camps with ensuite rooms, gyms, pool, sports courts and great food * Career growth through OEM training and internal development pathways * Discounted health insurance **THE ROLE** As an Underground HD Fitter, you will: * Maintain and service underground mobile equipment * Diagnose faults and complete breakdown & preventative maintenance * Follow maintenance schedules to minimise downtime * Support maintenance planning and improvement initiatives * Liaise with contractors and site stakeholders * Attend ongoing OEM training and upskilling sessions Ideal for surface HD Fitters wanting to gain underground experience with full support. **THE FLEET** Hands‑on exposure to industry‑leading equipment: * CAT AD60 & AD63 * Volvo ITs * Normet charge wagons * Sandvik DD421‑60C & DD422i jumbos * Epiroc E7C long‑hole drills * Sandvik DS421‑C cable bolters * CAT R2900G Loaders * Sandvik 621i Loaders **WHAT YOU NEED** * WA C Class manual licence * Relevant trade qualification (HD Fitter / Diesel Mechanic) * Underground or heavy industry experience (surface welcome) * Experience with Sandvik, CAT, Epiroc or Volvo equipment (advantageous) * CMMS experience (Pronto desirable) * Diagnostic systems such as CAT ET or SIS (desirable) * Strong troubleshooting and problem‑solving skills * Solid computer literacy (MS Office) **The Westgold Offer:** A
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