Job Description

Attractive 7 on 7 off schedule rotating on a day/night shift roster. Competitive salary with a structured seven level salary banding, ranging between $26-$49 per hour. The principal objective of this role is to service, diagnose and undertake repairs to a wide variety of open pit earthmoving equipment in accordance with OGC procedures and policies.

Key Tasks and Responsibilities:

• Perform routine maintenance, inspections, and repairs on modern mining equipment, including 400 t Shovels, 200t haul trucks (electric and mechanical drive), drills, dozers, and other mining machinery (Komatsu & Caterpillar).
• Diagnose mechanical issues, troubleshoot problems, and implement effective solutions to ensure equipment operates efficiently and safely.
• Conduct preventative maintenance tasks, such as planned component changes, routine servicing, and component inspections, to minimize downtime and maximize equipment reliability.
• Source technical information from the relevant OEM manuals, systems, technical bulletins, and service documentation.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records, document work performed, and comply with safety and environmental regulations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Vocational or technical training in diesel mechanics would be advantageous.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience working as a Diesel Mechanic in a heavy equipment mining environment.
• Current driver license.
• Demonstrate strong knowledge of diesel engines, hydraulic systems, electrical systems, and other mechanical components of mining equipment.
• Proficient in troubleshooting and diagnostic techniques for diesel-powered machinery.
• Previous OEM training
• Excellent teamwork, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to safely work independently as well as part of a team in a fast-paced mining environment.

Additional Information

Benefits

• Full time position working in the stable gold mining industry.

• Comprehensive benefits package including health, vision and dental insurance, 401K, and more.

• Monthly paid training available and professional development.

• Supportive work environment with a focus on safety and teamwork.

• Great residential location, close to Charlotte SC, and is located between the mountains and the sea.

Additional Information

Physical Requirements:

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, sit, demonstrate manual dexterity, climb stairs, talk, hear and see.
• Must be able to work shift work with 12 hour shifts.
• Occasionally may be required to lift moderately heavy objects (up to 50 pounds) during the workday.
• Work is in a surface mine plant setting, which may include exposure to extremes in temperature and humidity.
• Personal protective equipment is required when performing work in a mine environment, including hart hat, hearing protection, safety glasses, safety footwear, and as needed, respirator, rubber steel-toe boots, protective clothing, gloves and any other protective equipment as required.