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Mader Group is a leading heavy equipment maintenance provider powered by mechanically minded specialists. With over 3900+ employees worldwide, we are passionate about maintenance and dedicated to helping our mining and civil customers hit targets daily through optimal fleet and plant performance.

About the role:

We are currently seeking experienced Wagon Maintainers for FIFO opportunities in the Pilbara region. This position offers a family-friendly 7 Days / 7 Nights / 14 Days Off roster and involves workshop and field-based maintenance on ore wagons and rail assets within a safety-driven environment.

Immediate starts are available for motivated and trade-qualified candidates with experience in rail, mining, or heavy industrial maintenance.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Carry out preventative, corrective, and reactive wagon maintenance
• Respond to in-field breakdowns, derailments, collision damage, and recovery works
• Perform wagon inspections, diagnostics, and defect rectification
• Conduct structural repairs, fabrication, and component replacements
• Complete welding, cutting, and heating tasks as required
• Operate mobile plant, lifting equipment, and maintenance vehicles safely
• Move wagons within maintenance areas using fixed and mobile equipment
• Read and interpret technical drawings and repair documentation
• Maintain safe work practices and high housekeeping standards at all times

Skills & Experience Required

• Previous experience in wagon maintenance or rail maintenance
• Australian Recognised Boilermaker Trade Certificate
• Experience within mining, rail, heavy industry, or shutdown environments
• Strong welding and fabrication capabilities
• Ability to work effectively within a team environment
• Commitment to workplace safety and compliance
• Ability to pass pre-employment medical and Drug & Alcohol screening

What makes Mader different?

• Genuine loyalty & family values withheld at Mader
• How we look after our team - the care and investment we put into our crews to give you a successful career at Mader
• Be rewarded for the work you put in
• We invest in YOU to ensure you have a long term successful career with Mader
• Salary Sacrificing and referral incentive bonuses
• Gym & Private Health Discounts
• Years of Service Bonuses awarded
• Team Leadership program
• Frequent team building and networking events with internal adventure division, Three Gears

What do I need to join?

• Drivers Licence
• Forklift and Dogging tickets - highly desirable
• National Police Check within 6 months or willing to get
• Strong commitment towards safety and quality
• Motivated and hard working with a professional attitude - Become a part of the Mader Family!

Join a team culture working alongside highly skilled mates, for a local employer that can offer long-term career opportunities and progression.

Mader is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity & encourage Indigenous, Torres Strait Islander and Female applicants to apply.

Mader have proudly signed the Australian Federal Government's "Veterans' Employment Commitment" recognizing the professional skills and experience of veterans. Mader are committed to supporting greater employment opportunities for veterans and encourage applications.

Click the ‘Apply’ Link to apply now!

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