Drill Fitter (Diesel Fitter) - JellinbahAction Drill & Blast | Regional QLDClosing date: 30/09/2025Action Drill & Blast is a leading provider of integrated drilling and blasting services in Australia.We have a positive team culture based on our core values of Safety, Integrity, Teamwork, and Innovation and we provide our employees with a safe and friendly work environment.Our large REICHDrill platform rotary drill fleet is modern and maintained to the highest standard.We are currently seeking application from experienced Drill or Diesel Fitters for a Full-Time 7/7 DIDO position at our Jellinbah Project located in the Bowen Basin in Central Queensland.Experience working on drill rigs is highly desired, however, experienced Heavy Diesel Fitters who may not have worked on drill rigs before are encouraged to apply.The salary/wage range for this role is $64.50 to $72.50 per hour with Trade-certified Fitters who are new to mining or drill rigs towards the lower end of that range and experienced Drill Fitters and Leading Hands towards the higher end.Reporting to the Maintenance Supervisor you will be responsible for, but not limited to, the following:
Perform scheduled drill servicing across our REICHDrill rigs
Performing unscheduled repairs
Prioritising workloads or unscheduled repairs when required
Supervising and/or coaching the activities of Trainee Fitters
Maintaining and servicing light vehicles, support trucks and trailers
Fulfilling all safety requirements and maintenance reporting needs.
ESSENTIAL Skills and requirements include:
Trade Certificate (Mechanical)
Hand Tools
Driver Licence
High level of diagnostic skills and field service fault finding is highly regarded
Ability to work autonomously and part of a team
Physical fitness and ability to perform manual labour
DESIRABLE skills include:
Heavy machinery maintenance experience
Refrigerant Handling Licence
Ability to work autonomously with minimal supervision
Ability to work as part of a small team
Excellent communication skills and safety awareness
Working at Heights
We Offer:
Paid training for approved training courses
Employee Referral Program
Loyalty Bonuses
Superannuation paid on all hours worked – including overtime
Travel Allowance
Crew Trainer allowance for appointed on-site trainers
Novated leasing on vehicles
Health Insurance & Retail Discounts
If you have any questions regarding the role, please contact us via recruitment@actiondb.com.au and we will get back to you ASAP.To apply for the position you will need to provide a current CV/resume with two contactable referees. Action Drill and Blast is an Equal Opportunity Employer and we strongly support diversity in our workforce. Applicants from a wide sector of the community, including women and indigenous cultures, are encouraged to apply. Click ‘Apply Now’ to submit your application.
