Maintenance Technician (Fitter)

• Variety - work on a range of surface and underground mining equipment.
• Opportunities to upskill and expand your knowledge through company-supported training and development.
• Pathways into other areas within the team, such as planning and supervision.

About the Opportunity

An opportunity has arisen for a Mechanical Fitter to join our Golden Grove operation in Western Australia. In this role, you will report to the Mechanical Supervisor and work on a 2:2 roster (day and night shift).

Your focus will be on maintaining both surface and underground equipment, as well as identifying opportunities to improve safety and equipment performance.

Your primary responsibilities will include:

• Assisting with the installation, commissioning, and modification of mechanical systems.
• Maintaining and repairing mechanical equipment, including conveyors, crushers, pumps, valves, and hydraulic systems.
• Troubleshooting issues to minimise downtime and improve reliability.
• Ensuring compliance with relevant standards and regulations, while supporting safety initiatives.
• Working closely with trades, engineers, and supervisors to support smooth operations.
• Keeping accurate records, including inspection reports, work orders, and inventory.

About You

Our ideal candidate will have a mechanical maintenance background, including experience with fixed plant processing equipment in the mining industry.

Other key skills, experience, and qualifications:

• Certificate III in Engineering - Mechanical Trade (Fitting).
• C Class Driver’s Licence (manual).
• Well-versed in using maintenance management systems.
• Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.

About 29Metals and Golden Grove

29Metals is an ASX-listed mining company producing copper and other base and precious metals critical to the global energy transition. Headquartered in Melbourne, we also have support offices in Perth and Brisbane.

We operate two long-life assets: Golden Grove in Western Australia and Capricorn Copper in Queensland, along with a portfolio of exploration interests, including a strategic tenement package and a project in Redhill, Chile.

Golden Grove is a high-grade underground mining operation producing copper, zinc, and precious metals. With a mine life exceeding 10 years, it has strong potential for further extension. The site is currently undergoing an expansion, including the development of a new mine, the extension of existing operations, and major infrastructure upgrades.

Next Steps

Empower your future with us; apply now.

Candidates will be required to undergo pre-employment testing, including medical and respiratory mask fit testing, drug and alcohol screening, national police clearance, reference checks, and verification of qualifications and licences.