Hydraulic Fitter

  • Job Reference: 00042551-1
  • Date Posted: 7 January 2026
  • Recruiter: NEPEAN
  • Website: https://jobsincentralqueensland.au
  • Location: Mackay
  • Salary: On Application
  • Sector: Trades & Services
  • Job Type: Full Time

Job Description

Hydraulics Fitter

NEPEAN Longwall | Paget, Mackay
4-Day Compressed Working Week

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 an experienced Hydraulics Fitter to join our Paget-based workshop team.

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 include:

  • 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

What NEPEAN Offers

  • 4-day compressed working week

  • Competitive hourly rate plus penalties

  • Secure, full-time employment

  • Modern workshop facilities in Paget

  • Career development opportunities within NEPEAN

Location

This role is based in Paget, Mackay. Applicants must be living locally or willing to relocate.

If you’re looking for a stable workshop role with excellent work–life balance and the opportunity to work with high-quality longwall equipment, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now to join NEPEAN Longwall.