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Catalyst Metals

Mechanical Fitter - Fixed Plant | 8:6 FIFO from Perth | Gold Mining | Full-Time

Perth, Western Australia, Australia

Location
Perth, Western Australia, Australia
Work
Not stated
Employment
Full-time
Level
Not stated
Function
Trades & logistics
Pay
Not stated
Posted
3 weeks ago

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About the role

About Catalyst Metals

Catalyst Metals Limited owns and operates the Plutonic Gold Mine, located in the Eastern Gascoyne region of Western Australia. The operation continues to expand underground, with several mining areas successfully transitioning from development into production.

Catalyst is committed to building a sustainable, long-life gold business, underpinned by disciplined technical planning, operational excellence, and a focus on continuous improvement. Over the next 12 to 18 months, the Company plans to bring three new mining areas at Plutonic into production.

Listed on the Australian Securities Exchange (ASX: CYL), Catalyst Metals is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from people who identify as Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander.

The Role

Reporting to the Maintenance Supervisor - Fixed Plant, you will play a key role in maintaining the reliability of the processing plant by carrying out preventative, planned and breakdown maintenance on fixed plant equipment. Working as part of a collaborative maintenance team, you will contribute to safe and efficient operations while supporting continuous improvement initiatives across site.

Key Responsibilities

  • Conduct planned, preventative and breakdown maintenance on fixed plant equipment across the processing plant and site infrastructure
  • Diagnose faults and perform repairs on mechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic systems to maximise equipment reliability and minimise downtime
  • Complete inspections, condition monitoring and asset reporting to support safe and efficient plant performance
  • Assist with shutdowns and major repair activities while ensuring compliance with site safety procedures and statutory requirements
  • Maintain accurate maintenance documentation and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives that enhance equipment performance and maintenance practices

Requirements

The successful candidate will possess:

  • Trade qualification in Mechanical Fitting and Machining
  • Demonstrated experience maintaining and repairing fixed plant equipment within a mining, processing, industrial or heavy industry environment
  • Strong fault-finding, diagnostic and maintenance experience across mechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic systems
  • Current WA "C" Class Driver's Licence
  • High Risk Work Licences including Forklift, Basic Rigging and Franna operation (highly advantageous)
  • Demonstrated commitment to safe work practices, inspection techniques and preventative maintenance activities

Benefits

Why Catalyst?

  • 8:6 roster promoting genuine work-life balance
  • Health insurance eligibility
  • Short-term incentives
  • Salary sacrifice options available including novating leasing, airport car parking and more
  • Exposure to a growing and expanding underground operation
  • Opportunity to contribute beyond your core role and influence how we operate
  • Supportive and collaborative site leadership team
  • Ongoing development and internal progression opportunities

If you are ready to take the next step in your career, we would love to hear from you. Applications are currently being accepted, so apply now!

Source

Posted by Catalyst Metals on their own hiring page, apply.workable.com. OptiTalent shows it as published, read 08 Nov 2026 12:55 UTC; the original is the reference.

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