- Opportunity with Rio Tinto
- Long term assignment via Chandler Macleod
- Safety-first culture as part of a supportive and inclusive team
We are looking for Heavy Duty Diesel Fitters for multiple sites across the Pilbara to maintain mobile equipment fleet by performing scheduled and unscheduled maintenance tasks.
In addition to paying competitively we want you to live the lifestyle that is right for you and your family. And because of our size and scale, there are many opportunities to learn, grow and do more than you ever thought possible. Every hour of every shift, your safety and wellbeing are our number one priority.
This role will be performed on 8 days on, 6 off, 7 nights on, 7 off roster FIFO from Perth
Reporting to Supervisor, and working in a collaborative team, you will:
- Actively foster and communicate a positive safety culture to promote safety awareness and compliance, encouraging prioritisation of safety in all activities and operations.
- Perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance tasks and repairs to a high standard to minimise downtime (e.g. rework)
- Perform inspections on workshop tooling including stands, jacks and lifting equipment, and maintain workshop tooling where applicable e.g. platforms, jacks and stands
- Assist in the execution of shutdown maintenance
- Actively work towards increasing equipment reliability as well as availability
- Report indications of defects as required
- Complete quality handovers with oncoming crews and other maintenance teams as required
- A commitment to the safety of yourself and your team
- Computer skills and previous experience with SAP or similar
- Diagnostic fault-finding abilities, plan and prioritise work to meet deadlines
- Experience maintaining HME equipment – tracks and/or tyres preferred Qualifications
- Previous experience with SAP or similar
- Heavy Equipment or Diesel Mechanical Fitter or similar trade qualification
- A Current Western Australian ‘C’ Class Driver's Licence (Manual) or higher
- Current Confined Space and Working at Heights certificate
- High Risk Work Licences preferred – LF, WP
Where you’ll be working
In the Pilbara region of Western Australia, Rio Tinto owns a world-class, integrated network of 18 mines, 4 independent port terminals, a rail network spanning nearly 2,000 kilometres and related infrastructure – all designed to respond rapidly to changes in demand. Rio Tinto are one of the world’s leading producers and exporters of iron ore.
Why Join Chandler Macleod?
Chandler Macleod is one of Australia’s most experienced workforce partners. You’ll receive a competitive pay rate paid weekly, superannuation on all hours worked, access to our Employee Assistance Program, a dedicated Chandler-Rio Tinto support team, simple digital onboarding, and access to future Rio Tinto assignments.
Apply Now!
Ready to take the next step? Apply today to join Chandler Macleod for an exciting onsite assignment with Rio Tinto. Applications close Friday, 31st July 2026. Chandler Macleod reserves the right to close applications earlier if suitable candidates are identified.
At Chandler Macleod, we are committed to fostering a diverse workforce where everyone is welcome. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, neurodiverse, people living with a disability and the LGBTIQA+ community. You can read more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion at https://www.chandlermacleod.com/diversity-and-inclusion.
