Ballast Cleaner/Mechanical Fitter
Australia, Western Australia, Pilbara
Fulltime: 84 hrs a week
Experience: 2-4 Years
Mining
Brunel is seeking an experienced Ballast Cleaner / Mechanical Fitter to join a leading mining operation in the Pilbara region. This FIFO role offers the opportunity to work on specialised rail maintenance equipment, supporting critical rail infrastructure within a large-scale mining environment.
Job Descriptions
Brunel is currently recruiting for a Ballast Cleaner / Mechanical Fitter to support rail maintenance operations across the Pilbara region.
This position is offered on an 8 days on, 6 days off FIFO roster, working 12-hour shifts and involves maintaining specialised track maintenance machinery in both workshop and operational environments.
- Operate, repair and maintain Ballast Cleaner and Spoil Wagon fleet equipment.
- Conduct preventative and breakdown maintenance on specialised track machines.
- Service and maintain Caterpillar and Deutz engines.
- Inspect, troubleshoot and repair pneumatic systems, including train brake systems.
- Complete conveyor belt installation, maintenance and repairs.
- Perform hydraulic fault-finding and component replacements.
- Undertake wear liner change-outs and light fabrication activities.
- Carry out electrical diagnostics on 415V, 240V and 24V systems.
- Assist with PLC diagnostics and repair activities.
- Work safely and effectively within operational and workshop environments.
- Maintain accurate maintenance documentation and reporting.
- Contribute positively to team performance and continuous improvement initiatives.
Job Requirements
To be successful in this role, you will possess:
- Australian recognised Mechanical Fitter trade qualification.
- Strong mechanical maintenance background.
- Experience with Plasser track machinery.
- Rail maintenance experience with sound knowledge of rail operations and practices.
- Hydraulic troubleshooting and repair experience.
- Strong commitment to safety and safe work practices.
- Current C Class Driver's Licence.
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
Desirable Requirements
- HR Driver's Licence.
- Forklift Licence.
- Working at Heights certification.
- National Rail Infrastructure qualifications.
- Experience working on specialised rail maintenance equipment.
- PLC diagnostic and troubleshooting experience.
If you are an experienced Mechanical Fitter with rail maintenance expertise and are looking to join a high-performing maintenance team operating within a major rail network, we encourage you to apply.