Mechanical Fitter (Load)

CITIC Pacific Limited; Remote; GBP 39,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent mining company is seeking experienced HD Fitters for a permanent role on a continuous shift roster (2/1) in a FIFO capacity from Perth. Candidates should have a Heavy Duty Mechanical Trade Qualification, computing skills, and a current WA HR Drivers Licence. The position involves maintaining mining drills and equipment to ensure production targets are met. A range of competitive remuneration packages and career progression opportunities are included. Applications close on 13 February 2026.

Benefits

Competitive remuneration packages

Career progression and industry training programs

Life and salary continuance insurance

Salary packaging options

Access to the Alliance Airlines Lounge

Qualifications

• A valid Heavy Duty Mechanical Trade Qualification is essential.
• Must possess strong computing skills with technical and diagnostic software.
• Current WA HR Drivers Licence required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain all drills and ancillary equipment to meet mine production targets.
• Report directly to the Supervisor Load and Drill.

Skills

Heavy Duty Mechanical Trade Qualification

Computing Skills (Technical & Diagnostic software)

Understanding of SAP

Current WA HR Drivers Licence

HRWL - LF, EWP

Job description

Apply now Job no: 499282LC (MCP) *
Work type: Permanent Fulltime
Location: Cape Preston
Categories: Trades

Sino Iron is the largest magnetite mining and downstream processing operation in Australia, located 100km Southwest of Karratha in the mining hub of the Pilbara.

Our fully integrated operation features an open pit mine serviced by the biggest haul trucks in the world, a six-line concentrator and port terminal facilities at nearby Cape Preston. Our state‑of‑the‑art power station and desalination plant are among the largest in the State.

The Opportunity

CITIC Pacific Mining is seeking experienced HD Fitters to join our HME team on a permanent 2/1 continuous shift roster (days & nights), FIFO ex Perth.

Reporting to the Supervisor Load and Drill, this role is responsible for the maintenance of all drills and ancillary equipment to meet mine production targets as set out.

To be successful in the role, you will have:

• Heavy Duty Mechanical Trade Qualification
• Computing Skills (Technical & Diagnostic software)
• A current WA HR Drivers Licence
• HRWL - LF, EWP
• Understanding of SAP

As an employee of CPM, we offer a range of benefits including leave benefits, personal and family benefits, education and training, salary sacrifice options, and lifestyle benefits through preferred suppliers.

• Competitive remuneration packages
• Career progression and industry training programs
• Life and salary continuance insurance
• Salary packaging options
• Access to the Alliance Airlines Lounge.

The village features three gyms, a swimming pool, multi‑purpose sports courts, a retail store, tavern with beer garden, dining, and recreation room.

Take advantage of the free Wi‑Fi internet access to all rooms, in‑house entertainment with FOXTEL and a regular schedule of entertainers including bands and sporting professionals.

To Apply

• Shortlisting for this position will commence immediately
• We reserve the right to close the position earlier than stated
• Candidates represented by agencies will not be considered for this position
• Internal applicants please note it is a requirement that you advise your immediate line manager of the application.

As an employee of CPM, you will be part of a culturally and gender diverse organisation, committed to providing equal opportunities for all staff.

About CITIC Pacific Mining

CPM is the company behind Sino Iron, already Australia’s largest magnetite operation, located on Western Australia’s Pilbara coast. We are spearheading a new iron ore value‑adding industry for the nation, transforming magnetite ore into a high‑grade, premium export product.

Our operations provide career opportunities on a global scale. Being an employee at CITIC Pacific Mining (CPM) will enable you to take advantage of the multiple divisions of the group. CITIC Group, a majority shareholder of CPM, has more than 170,000 employees worldwide and is always looking for talented and exceptional people.

Within CPM, everyone can develop their skills and knowledge, progress in the business and be recognised and rewarded for their contribution. We encourage our people to take the opportunities that are provided to reach their full potential - so they can achieve the best results for themselves, each other, and for CPM.

Advertised: 07 Jan 2026 W. Australia Standard Time
Applications close: 13 Feb 2026 W. Australia Standard Time