27/03/2026
WE'RE HIRING - Join the Team
Mechanical Fitter/Diesel Mechanic
Based – Olympic Dam, South Australia
About Us:
Outback Mining Services (OMS) is a complete mining maintenance and labour hire provider based out of Port Augusta, serving the Upper Spencer Gulf and Far North of South Australia. We provide specialised maintenance, repair and diesel fitting services to the mining and resources sector, for repair, servicing and maintenance of plant, equipment and vehicles. This includes earthmoving equipment, drill rigs, underground mining equipment, heavy transport machinery and vehicles.
About the role:
We are seeking a qualified Diesel Mechanic with at least 2 years trade experience to join our team, based at Olympic Dam South Australia.
FIFO and DIDO options available ex Adelaide and Pt Augusta.
Duties: (including but not limited to)
• Maintenance and repair of earthmoving equipment, drill rigs, mining plant and vehicles.
• Diagnostic fault finding via self-diagnostic systems in machinery and plant.
• Conduct checks and report on maintenance required through regular, documented inspections.
• Participate in safety training and safety audits.
Skills/Experience:
• Demonstrated experience in the service & repair of heavy earthmoving and mining plant and machinery.
• Ability to complete plant/machinery inspections, compiling accurate reports of maintenance required & faults found,
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks and implement time management principles.
• Commitment to WHS principles and mine site-specific requirements.
• High Risk Tickets e.g. FL, EWP (desirable)
• Strong safety mindset
• Team player and safety-first attitude
Roster Cycles:
• 7 dayshifts on / 7 days off
• 7 nightshifts on / 7 days off
Successful candidate(s) will be required to pass a pre-employment process including a medical and police check.
Send all Resumes and Enquires to [email protected]