Mobile Plant Technology Apprenticeship - 2027 Commencement
- Complete a structured apprenticeship maintaining and repairing heavy mobile fleet vehicles and specialised mining equipment.
- Assist with servicing, breakdown response, fault diagnosis and component repairs under experienced tradespeople.
- Work safely in a mining environment on a 7-days-on, 7-days-off roster while undertaking trade training.
About the Opportunity
MRAEL is excited to partner with Dyno Nobel to recruit a motivated and safety-focused Apprentice Mobile Plant Mechanic for their Moranbah workshop, commencing in Febuary 2027.
Working on a 7/7 lifestyle roster within a dynamic mining environment, you will earn while you learn alongside skilled heavy diesel tradespeople. This is a fantastic opportunity to build a hands-on career maintaining specialised heavy mobile equipment while gaining a nationally recognised trade qualification.
What’s Involved:
Based out of the Moranbah workshop and operating within a mining environment, you will receive comprehensive, structured training across heavy fleet maintenance. Your day-to-day duties will include:
- Assisting with scheduled servicing and preventative maintenance on heavy mobile fleet vehicles and specialised mining equipment.
- Responding to breakdowns in the workshop and field to minimise equipment downtime.
- Learning how to inspect, troubleshoot, and diagnose mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical faults.
- Carrying out component repairs, rebuilds, and replacements under the guidance of experienced tradespeople.
- Maintaining accurate maintenance records and adhering strictly to site safety, zero-harm, and compliance procedures.
What We Are Looking For:
To be successful in this role, you will ideally demonstrate:
- A genuine interest in heavy diesel mechanics, mobile plant equipment, and problem-solving.
- Strong mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn complex diagnostics and troubleshooting.
- High commitment to workplace health and safety in a high-compliance mining environment.
- Resilience, reliability, and a positive attitude toward working a 7/7 roster.
- Strong teamwork and communication skills.
- Current driver's licence and reliable transport to Moranbah, or the ability to reside locally.
- Ability to pass a pre-employment medical, and drug and alcohol screening.
Why complete your apprenticeship through MRAEL?
- Enjoy a balanced 7 days on, 7 days off roster while completing your apprenticeship.
- Receive a competitive full-time apprentice weekly wage plus superannuation, with all TAFE/training fees covered.
- You will be supported from day one by a dedicated MRAEL Apprentice & Employment Consultant who will mentor you through to trade completion.
- Gain valuable mining-sector heavy mobile plant experience with a respected global industry leader.
How to Apply
Ready to launch your heavy diesel career in 2027? Click Apply Now to submit your current resume and a brief cover letter telling us why you would be a great fit for this apprenticeship.
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