Fitter

About the role:

We are currently seeking an experienced Fitter to join our Wilpinjong mine site. Our Wilpinjong mine is an open-cut mine located 48 kilometres northeast of Mudgee producing a high-quality thermal coal for export and domestic markets. 

Reporting to the Senior Maintenance Supervisor, the scope of your role will require you to work within the maintenance team, where you’ll be responsible for keeping heavy equipment and processing assets running reliably across a busy site.

Key duties of the role include, but not limited to: 

• Maintenance and repairs on mobile plant, haul trucks, graders, water carts, loaders & excavators
• Fault finding, servicing and preventative maintenance on heavy machinery
• Supporting shutdowns, breakdown response and reliability work
• Working closely with operations teams to minimise downtime
• Maintaining safe work practices and compliance with site procedures

The lifestyle

This position is offered on a lifestyle roster, 5/4/4/5 (Days & Nights) which lets you take advantage from a residential lifestyle in nearby Mudgee district.

Mudgee offers a rare combination of country charm and modern convenience. Nestled in the Central Tablelands of New South Wales, it’s known for its award-winning wineries, vibrant food scene, and strong sense of community.

Peabody Energy also offers the following benefits:

• Reducing tax through salary sacrifice options, including up to 50% of your home loan interest / rent PLUS utilities, such as electricity, water etc;
• Novated vehicle leasing;
• Discounted Private Health;
• Over 2,000 Health and Lifestyle benefits with WHEREFIT;
• An employee recognition program;
• An Employee assistance program for you and your immediate family.

Requirements

• Trade qualification Certificate III in Mechanical Fitting Plant or Diesel Mechanic
• Strong experience in heavy industry — manufacturing, quarry, mining, logistics or large-scale industrial environments
• Ability to work long hours
• Strong diagnostics and fault‑finding experience
• Exposure to electric trucks desirable

About you:

• Previous experience in a Mechanical Fitter Role.
• Hands-on experience servicing and maintaining heavy earthmoving mobile plant (trucks, dozers, graders and excavators)
• Strong mechanical aptitude with the ability to diagnose and repair mechanical & electrical faults
• Familiarity with hydraulic and pneumatic systems, CAT VIMS and SIS
• Ability to work independently & in a team environment

What You Need:

• Trade qualification Cert III Mechanical/Engineering
• Working at Heights & Confined Space High Risk Licenses (Preferred)
• Pass a pre-employment medical.
• Flexibility to work rotating roster (days & nights)
• Hold a current driver's license.
• A strong safety‑focused mindset and a focus on continuous improvement
• Need to be able to work under a pressure in a dynamic environment, with great problem-solving skills

About Peabody:

Peabody is a leading coal producer, providing essential products for the production of affordable, reliable energy and steel. We employ around 5,500 people across our operations in the United States and Australia, serving customers in 26 countries.

Our commitment to sustainability underpins everything we do and shapes our strategy for the future. We have set a company-wide ambition to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050.

People are at the core of Peabody’s ability to deliver business results and serve our communities and we offer an inclusive work environment that engages, recognises, and develops it employees. We strive to create a safe and healthy work culture where all employees are treated with fairness and respect and are supported and engaged.

Take the first step toward a rewarding career working with us at Peabody Jobs (Peabody Jobs (peabodyenergy.com)

EEO Disclaimer

Peabody is an Equal Opportunity Employer.