Posted 28/05/2026
Closes 11/06/2026
Cairns & Far North, Cairns, Queensland
Full time
Not specified
ABOUT THE ROLE
Diesel Fitter experts – as a local employed by Goodline, you will play a key role as your trade is in high demand in this region. You will have the opportunity to work both on Goodline and Rio Tinto sites, boosting your experience and repertoire.
You will perform residential, commercial and industrial scopes of work.
Ideally you will have several years of experience in similar environments.
This is a permanent relocation opportunity offering stability, variety, and the chance to grow your trade while living somewhere most people only get to visit on holidays.
ABOUT YOU
Ideally, you’ll have a few years of experience in similar heavy industrial, mining, or construction environments.
You will also have the following qualifications, licenses, tickets and training:
Trade Certificate
Construction Card
QLD Coal Board Medical or Respiratory Health Surveillance (MMQ) Medical (Advantageous)
G1 Apply Risk Management Certificate (Advantageous)
HR or MC Licence (Advantageous)
Rio Tinto Aluminium Weipa (RTAW) Inductions (Advantageous)
Willing to undergo pre-employment checks and Medicals
Willing to undertake relevant site access required training
Ready to pack up and relocate to a new adventure
If you are an individual who is
Collaborative with team members to ensure efficient workflow and adherence to safety standards
Maintains a strong understanding of safety procedures and practices within mining /domestic environments
Can work autonomously as well as part of a crew
Excellent at problem-solving and has excellent attention to detail
Apply today!
WHAT WE OFFER
Permanent position
Temporary accommodation assistance
Flights package
Living allowance
Income protection
Monday – Friday roster
ABOUT THE LOCATION – WEIPA
Weipa offers a unique regional lifestyle in Far North Queensland, with a strong sense of community and relaxed pace of life.
Known for some of Australia’s best fishing, camping and outdoor adventure, the region is ideal for those who enjoy being outdoors and making the most of their time off. With a close-knit and welcoming community, Weipa provides a great environment for individuals and families looking to live and work in a remote setting.
ABOUT GOODLINE
Goodline is a recognised provider of safe, responsive and cost-effective maintenance and construction services across Australia, supporting major clients in the mining and industrial sectors.
Our Weipa operation supports a permanent residential workforce of 100+ people, complemented by a FIFO contingent during shutdown periods. We deliver multi-disciplinary services across mechanical, civil, electrical and plumbing trades, supported by engineering, HSE, fleet and administrative teams.
We work predominantly with Rio Tinto, while also supporting local industry and community through construction and maintenance services. The operation is backed by our corporate office on the Sunshine Coast.
We are proud of the regions in which we operate and are committed to our core values, which guide how we work, support our people and build long-term relationships.
At Goodline, we value diversity and recognise the strength it brings to our business. We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace and encourage applications from all individuals.