Fixed Plant Fitter – Deflector Gold/Copper Mine

We are looking for an enthusiastic Fixed-Plant Mechanical Fitter who is a dependable team player to join the Deflector Maintenance crew as we expand the plant to include a CIP circuit. You will bring a can-do attitude and level head to conducting preventative and breakdown maintenance on mechanical equipment in the processing plant, borefields, site infrastructure and village. Your safety-focus and collaborative approach will ensure that plant equipment is maintained at a high level of availability at all times, while contributing to a fun and hard working team environment.YOUR KEY RESPONSIBILITIES WILL INCLUDE:Carrying out Preventative and Planned Maintenance on fixed plant, including crushing, grinding, floatation and CIP circuits;Developing and working within site safety structures, including adhering to site safety directives, conducting risk assessments JHA’s and take 5’s and developing and working to SOPs;Regular maintenance on crushing circuit which includes Metso C100 jaw crusher, HP200 cone crushers, as well as screens, pan and vibrating feeders and conveyors;Undertaking Pump rebuilds on slurry, centrifugal and peristaltic pumps, as well as with repairs and maintenance of associated piping and valves;Conduct maintenance and repairs to ancillary plant such as wastewater treatment, RO plant, bore pumps and generators.ABOUT YOU:You are personable, inclusive and can develop excellent working relationships with your team, other departments, and contractors. You will be able to anticipate needs and react quickly to ensure all plant equipment is functional, as well as manage multiple demands on your time in a calm and considered manner. For the right person, we are prepared to invest training and ongoing development to meet the requirements of the role. You have:Mechanical Trade Qualification (Mechanical Fitter);5+ years post apprenticeship mine site experience would be desirable;Experience in using Pronto maintenance systems and recording and reporting history on plant and equipment would be preferred;Methodical and resourceful in fault finding;Experience with general fitting activities in a mineral processing plant;Excellent crusher maintenance experience, in particular with Metso crushers;Experience in maintaining filter presses and sound knowledge of flotation systems is desirable;A proven commitment to safety;CN Franna crane ticket would be desirable ;Confined space, Work at heights, EWP, Forklift & Dogging tickets are essential;Poly welding, HR licence and High-Risk licenses such as rigging or scaffolding will be highly regarded;Experience with pump and hydraulic system fault-finding will be highly regarded;Hold a current C Class driver’s license and Senior First Aid Certificate; andWorking knowledge of the WA Mines Safety and Inspection Act and Regulations.You will have the opportunity to be part of a fantastic team, working an 8:6 roster either FIFO from Perth or DIDO from Geraldton and surrounding areas. You will be a key part of the Deflector Maintenance team during an exciting phase of our expansion.We promote a culture of mutual respect and equal opportunity. Our employment programs are underpinned by our commitment to diversity and equality and, as such, we welcome applications from women and people from culturally diverse backgrounds.If this sounds like the opportunity you have been looking for, please follow the APPLY NOW prompts and attach an up to date resume and cover letter.  Silver Lake’s preference is to deal with candidates directly and therefore agencies’ applications will not be considered at this stage. AUD Yalgoo 6635