Heavy Truck Mechanic

About Our Company TerraCom Limited (ASX: TER) is an Australian based mining resources company with a global footprint, comprising a large portfolio of operating assets in Australia and South Africa within the coal sectors. We are a renowned low-cost producer focused on delivering exceptional outcomes from our high yielding asset portfolio for investors. TerraCom owns and operates the Blair Athol Coal Mine, it’s flagship operation in the Central Queensland coal fields. This open-cut high quality thermal coal operation consists of a full suite of mining activities inclusive of dragline, truck and excavator, dozer push, mine site rehabilitation, coal processing, coal crushing, product haulage and train load-out activities. Make A Difference At TerraCom, you will become an essential part of shaping our future: we support our people to grow, learn and develop their skills to reach their place of most potential. About the role Are you ready to take your mechanical skills to the next level? Do you thrive on diagnosing and repairing machinery that keeps the mine moving? Are you looking for a career where you’re your expertise in heavy trucks makes a real impact? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you. At TerraCom, there is no Finish Line. An exciting opportunity awaits, a highly motivated and experienced Heavy Truck Mechanic to join our Maintenance department. The role will be responsible for the execution of servicing and heavy maintenance on a fleet of Kenworth C508 heavy haulage road trains with dual side tipping trailers. This role is critical to ensuring the reliability and availability of the coal haulage road train fleet and we are looking for someone who will look after this fleet with pride. When required you will also integrate into the wider maintenance team to assist in the maintenance of our mining equipment fleet. If you are committed to Safety, have a positive & supportive can-do attitude that will contribute to our great team culture, then we want to hear from you! This position offers the flexibility to live locally or DIDO on a 7 days on 7 days off day shift only roster. The Blair Athol Coal mine is located an easy 20 minute commute from the family-friendly township of Clermont in Central Queensland, 120 km northwest of the FIFO hub of Emerald and an easy driving distance from nearby coastal communities. The role responsibilities will be to; • Liaise with operators to ensure equipment is operating at peak performance • Scope equipment for defects and plan repairs • Diagnose and repair faults • Perform planned services on both tractor and tailer units. • Work in conjunction with the maintenance planning and execution teams to optimise efficiency of service delivery • Have a demonstrated positive work quality ethic • Ensure effective documented hand overs and record keeping for oncoming crews. • Be an effective team player • Uncompromising commitment to safety and the environment • Sound judgement, decision-making and problem-solving What’s on offer • 7 days on 7 days off day shift only roster • Live locally or DIDO from the nearby established coastal towns of Mackay and surrounding areas. • Attractive salary package plus 6 weeks annual leave. • Performance related bonus (variable). • Fast paced and flexible working environment, with access to training and mentoring from innovative leaders and established industry experts. • Salary packaging options including novated car leasing • Referral bonuses available. What you can bring to the role To play a part in our ongoing success we are seeking candidates with: • Relevant qualifications and experience in the maintenance of road based/heavy truck and trailer equipment • High energy and ability to work with tight deadlines in a dynamic maintenance workplace as a team player • Strong analysis and problem-solving skills with ability to work under pressure, with reliability and accuracy • A strong commitment to safety, health, environment, community, and teamwork • A positive can-do attitude with a strong passion for safety improving mining efficiencies. • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. • A team player who can help influence and shape our culture to ensure a safe, productive, sustainable and disciplined approach to work is maintained. At TerraCom, you’re an essential part of our purpose: to turn raw potential into real progress. This is an opportunity for you to bring your wealth of experience to the team and help shape our future. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, we will only be reaching out to those who are shortlisted.

Location: Erakala, AU

Posted Date: 5/1/2025