NEPEAN Longwall is a leading provider of longwall mining equipment and services to Australia’s underground coal industry. Due to continued growth, we are seeking a motivated and reliable Hydraulics Fitter with Cylinder Rebuild experience to join our team based in Paget, Mackay QLD. This is a local, workshop-based role offering a 4-day compressed working week, providing genuine work–life balance while working on specialised underground mining equipment.Key ResponsibilitiesAssembly and overhaul of hydraulic cylinders, pumps, valves and manifoldsFault-finding, testing and commissioning of hydraulic systemsReading and interpreting hydraulic schematics and drawingsEnsuring all work meets quality, safety and WHS standardsWorking closely with electrical and mechanical tradesAbout YouTrade qualification as a Fitter / Hydraulics Fitter or similarExperience in hydraulics within mining, heavy industrial or mobile plant environmentsLongwall or underground coal experience (highly regarded, not essential)Strong fault-finding and diagnostic skillsSafety-focused with strong attention to detailWhy Join Us?4-day compressed work week offering work-life balanceAbove award wagesSupportive team environmentOpportunity to work across multiple disciplinesLong-term career development with an industry leaderIf you are a hardworking and dependable individual looking to grow your career in the mining services industry, we encourage you to apply.NEPEAN believes in diversity and is committed to providing Equal Employment opportunities for all applicants. We welcome applicants from all walks of life which also includes various socio-economic, cultural, LGBTIQ, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander backgrounds.

Hydraulics Fitter

NEPEAN Longwall is a leading provider of longwall mining equipment and services to Australia’s underground coal industry. Due to continued growth, we are seeking a motivated and reliable Hydraulics Fitter with Cylinder Rebuild experience to join our team based in Paget, Mackay QLD. 

This is a local, workshop-based role offering a 4-day compressed working week, providing genuine work–life balance while working on specialised underground mining equipment.

Key Responsibilities

  • Assembly and overhaul of hydraulic cylinders, pumps, valves and manifolds

  • Fault-finding, testing and commissioning of hydraulic systems

  • Reading and interpreting hydraulic schematics and drawings

  • Ensuring all work meets quality, safety and WHS standards

  • Working closely with electrical and mechanical trades

About You

  • Trade qualification as a Fitter / Hydraulics Fitter or similar

  • Experience in hydraulics within mining, heavy industrial or mobile plant environments

  • Longwall or underground coal experience (highly regarded, not essential)

  • Strong fault-finding and diagnostic skills

  • Safety-focused with strong attention to detail

Why Join Us?

  • 4-day compressed work week offering work-life balance
  • Above award wages
  • Supportive team environment
  • Opportunity to work across multiple disciplines
  • Long-term career development with an industry leader

If you are a hardworking and dependable individual looking to grow your career in the mining services industry, we encourage you to apply.

NEPEAN believes in diversity and is committed to providing Equal Employment opportunities for all applicants. We welcome applicants from all walks of life which also includes various socio-economic, cultural, LGBTIQ, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander backgrounds.