Light Vehicle Fitter

About the company

Evolution Mining is an international gold producer with six operating mines in Australia and Canada. The business is focused on extending mine life, improving performance, and creating long-term career opportunities for its people.

The company describes its culture as collaborative and supportive, with a strong emphasis on career progression, capability building, and leadership that actively helps teams succeed.

The role

An opportunity is available for a mechanically minded Light Vehicle Fitter to support reliability at the Mungari operation. The position involves working on a mixed fleet of underground and road-going light vehicles, with plenty of variety, independence, and interaction with experienced tradespeople in a safety-first environment.

This role sits at Mungari Operations and reports to the Light Vehicle Supervisor. It is offered on a 7:7 roster with 12-hour shifts. The job can be performed either as residential work from Kalgoorlie or on a FIFO arrangement from Perth. DIDO and FIFO lifestyle options are available at Mungari.

Key duties

• Maintain and repair a fleet of more than 100 light vehicles used across underground and surface operations.
• Identify faults and complete repairs that improve vehicle reliability, reduce downtime, and support safe production.
• Own preventative maintenance tasks so equipment remains compliant with site standards and performs at a high level.
• Contribute to hazard reporting, risk control, and other site safety initiatives that strengthen the safety culture.
• Look for ways to improve equipment performance, maintenance methods, and workshop efficiency.
• Work closely with operational and maintenance teams to keep vehicles available and ready for business requirements.

What the employer is looking for

The ideal candidate is practical, safety-conscious, and confident solving mechanical issues. You should enjoy working as part of a team, communicate well, and take pride in producing quality work.

To be successful, you will need a Certificate III in Light Vehicle Mechanical or an equivalent trade qualification, a valid manual driver’s licence, experience with Toyota fleets, and a Dangerous Goods Security Clearance. Previous exposure to underground light vehicle maintenance is preferred. A solid understanding of safe work procedures and work management systems is also required.

Benefits and rewards

• Quarterly performance bonuses
• Employee share scheme
• Attractive roster arrangements
• Live-local incentives and allowances for employees based locally
• Relocation support
• Salary packaging options such as novated car leasing and remote area housing
• Life insurance and income protection
• Referral bonuses
• Parental leave benefits of 18 weeks
• Discounted health insurance

Additional information

The Mungari operation is described as a key asset with a mine life extending to at least 2038. The site offers operational variety, including surface and underground work, and recently expanded its processing plant capacity from 2 million tonnes per year to 4.2 million tonnes per year.

The employer highlights that the site supports both local living and FIFO lifestyles, allowing candidates to choose the arrangement that best suits them.

No salary amount, vacancy count, start date, or application deadline is stated in the source.

Culture and purpose

Evolution Mining presents this opportunity as part of a larger growth journey, where operational improvement and career development go hand in hand. The company positions the role as a chance to contribute to a team that values quality, safety, and continuous improvement.