Diesel Fitter - Federation

About Redpath Australia

Redpath is a global leader in underground mining services, with cutting-edge projects across Australia and beyond. From shaft sinking to raiseboring, coal mining to engineering, we deliver excellence underground — safely and reliably.

About the Federation Project

The Federation Decline underground mine is powering up again — and we’re on the hunt for experienced Diesel Fitters to join our tight-knit maintenance crew.

Location: 15km south of Nymagee, NSW

This is your chance to be part of a high-performing team, with top-tier pay, career progression, and a strong culture of training and internal promotion.

The Role

Reporting to the Maintenance Supervisor, you’ll work alongside a skilled crew of HD Fitters across:

• Surface workshops
  
• Underground service bays
  
• Field and breakdown operations
  

You’ll be hands-on with a fleet of advanced machinery including:
Sandvik Jumbos, Cable Bolters, Loaders, Trucks, Normet Spray Rigs, Agi Trucks, Charge-Up Rigs — and more.

Roster:

2 weeks on / 2 weeks off — rotating days and nights
FIFO & DIDO options available (with DIDO allowance for locals)

What You’ll Be Doing

• Scheduled & preventative maintenance
  
• Fault finding, diagnostics & breakdown response
  
• Fitting parts & providing technical support
  
• Always working within Redpath’s safety-first framework
  

What You Bring

• Heavy vehicle/diesel fitting trade qualification
  
• Valid Australian Driver’s Licence
  
• Ability to pass a National Police Check within 3 months
  
• Team spirit, reliability, and a “Consider it done — safely” attitude
  

Why Join Redpath?

This is a full-time, long-term opportunity with job security, accrued leave, and a future you can build on.

You’ll enjoy:

• Great hourly rates + super on all hours
  
• Even-time roster for work-life balance
  
• PPE provided
  
• Modern camp facilities
  
• OEM Accredited Trade Courses
  
• Internal promotions & career pathways
  
• Novated car leasing
  
• Milestone bonuses: $3K @ 5 yrs, $10K @ 10 yrs, $15K @ 15 yrs, $20K @ 20 yrs
  

Exclusive Perks & Lifestyle Benefits

• Access to Redzone, Redpath’s employee rewards program with discounts and cashbacks at hundreds of retailers
  
• Health & well-being support including discounted BUPA insurance and Employee Assistance Program
  

IAbout Redpath

The Redpath Group is a leading mining contractor with projects across Australia and globally. We specialise in shaft sinking, mine development, contract mining, raiseboring, underground construction, engineering & technical services, and speciality services in the Metalliferous and Coal mining sectors.

Apply Now

Redpath is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and an inclusive workplace. We encourage applications from suitably qualified candidates wanting to join a friendly, collaborative team in a fast paced business environment.

We will be shortlisting for this position immediately, so please submit your application by clicking on the 'apply' button below, or visit our website at Careers | Redpath Mining Contractors and Engineers