Underground Maintenance/Projects

Underground Maintenance/Projects (Fixed Plant Fitter) Victory Minerals Pty Ltd is a successful gold explorer and producer in Victoria's gold belt. The company has entered an exciting new era, under new ownership and exploring untapped new opportunities. The primary focus is our high‑grade underground gold mine in Ballarat, which started producing gold in December 2005, and consistently produces 30,000 to 40,000 ounces of gold per year. The mine is located within the beautiful regional town of Ballarat (located just 100km west of Melbourne), which is experiencing unprecedented growth and development. Role A rare and exciting opportunity has become available for a Fixed Plant Fitter . The role reports to the Project Crew Leading Hand. Hours of Work 7:7 roster, Wednesday to Tuesday (Week on Week off) 12‑hour days (7am to 7pm) Tasks and Responsibilities As a Fixed Plant Fitter, you will be part of a small team who maintain the surface and underground mine infrastructure. You will be responsible for servicing, maintaining and repairing surface and underground plant and equipment including ventilation (fans), compressors and dewatering pipes and pumps (Mono, Flygt, Air and Grout) as per site requirements. About You We are looking for someone with a trade qualification background (Fitter & Turner, Boilermaker, Carpenter) who is safety conscious, happy to be hands on, with a high level of mechanical aptitude and ability to fabricate, construct and repair equipment as needed. You are able to read mechanical diagrams and schematics and work autonomously. You are comfortable in working in an underground environment and can commit to working 12‑hour shifts, with the ability to flexibly change to suit the needs of the business, if required. Qualifications and Experience Mandatory Good communication skills both oral and written Ability to work shift work, in an underground environment Demonstrated ability to work constructively as a team member Show initiative and motivation Show respect and support for members of the team Capable of engaging with a diverse group of people Have a ‘can do’ attitude Ability to work well under pressure or in stressful situations Strive for continuous improvement Previous experience in parts ordering using an ERP system (such as Pronto) Centrally located in booming Ballarat Excellent remuneration and benefits Flexible, supportive, and great team environment On the job training and support EAP, mental and physical health support and benefits This is a rare opportunity to combine a rewarding and challenging role, exceptional lifestyle offerings, all in a diversity-focused mining business. We are committed to providing a work environment in which everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect. We are proud to reflect the diversity of communities in which we live and work, and we are an Equal Opportunity employer. We encourage applications from women and Indigenous people. The Ballarat Gold Mine offers an exceptional opportunity to balance work, life, and family as we are located in a major regional centre, with a population of approx. 115,000 people. Ballarat has excellent educational facilities, health services, restaurants, and retail, together with a variety of sporting, recreation, and community opportunities – all under 90 minutes from Melbourne. Here’s your opportunity to ditch FIFO or remote work How to Apply If you would like to be considered for this opportunity, please submit your resume by clicking the "Apply Now" button. Shortlisting will commence immediately, and interviews scheduled thereafter. Please note that as part of the process, you will be subject to a pre‑employment medical, and police check, in order to be considered successful for this role. Only applicants with valid working rights will be considered. Due to the volume of applications anticipated, only successful candidates will be contacted. Enquiries from agencies are respectively declined. Be careful – don’t provide your bank or credit card details when applying for jobs. Don’t transfer any money or complete suspicious online surveys. If you see something suspicious, report this job ad. #J-18808-Ljbffr