Heavy Duty Mechanic

Attend Mining Pre-Shift Meetings each shift
Conduct operator pre-start checks on mobile plant and light vehicles prior to operation
Clean and maintain cleanliness of underground vehicles (Internally and Externally to Byrnecut policy
Assess potential hazards and make necessary changes to eliminate or control them, reporting to supervisor as per Byrnecut policy
Ensure that the necessary lockout procedures are in place before commencing work on any equipment
Conduct required inspection to maximise equipment utilisation
Safe operational integrity of all plant is not compromised at any time by ensuring that the OEM and Byrnecut’s critical control safety systems are maintained to the highest integrity
No modification will be conducted on any plant that will change it from its original specification unless approved by the Plant Manager
Provide breakdown mechanical repairs to mobile equipment as necessary to surface and underground equipment
Analyse failed parts and components and correct malfunctions
Use sophisticated diagnostic equipment and techniques to perform component replacements on electrical, hydraulic, mechanical and air machine systems
Assemble, install, repair and maintain hydraulic pneumatic, electronic, heating and air conditioning units
Rebuild, adjust and service a variety of components such as engines, transmissions. Differentials, steering systems, electrical, gauges, suspension and monitoring systems
Service fuel and fuel injection systems, air conditioning , emission control, lubricating and power assist equipment
Ensure that the process of maintenance planning, both preventative and scheduled is in line with the maintenance procedures and policies and that this is effectively carried out and recorded
Diagnose and repair internal combustion and diesel engines and hydraulic system lift mechanisms
Ensure that all underground equipment is mechanically and electrically maintained in accordance with company policy and to the same specifications as provided for by the OEM
Make up hydraulic hoses as required
Ensure pre-start service and repair documentation is completed in a timely and accurate manner
Ensure the maintenance foreman is aware of the necessary procurement of spares and consumables required to continue smooth operation of the workshop
Carry out schedules servicing to mobile equipment in a safe manner and in accordance with procedure, regulations and the relevant service sheets
Read and interpret service and spare parts manuals
Report all equipment faults to the maintenance foreman for scheduling into the workshop weekly planning
Maintain a clean and safe workspace, and abide by workplace health and safety policies and procedures
Maintain and comply with fitness for work requirements
Arriving at work adequately rested.
Initiate and participate in equipment and job status handovers with mine Supervisors and cross shift operators