Step into the next stage of your underground career: work alongside top mechanics, mentor others, and continue developing as a specialist in your field.

You’ve put the time in underground as a heavy equipment mechanic. Now step into a role where your experience carries more weight.

As our underground team continues to grow, we’re looking for experienced mechanics ready to take on more complex work, broaden their exposure across equipment and sites, and continue developing as senior tradespeople.

What We’re Looking For

• 5+ years’ experience working on underground hard rock equipment
• Strong fault-finding and diagnostic capability
• Confident working independently in underground environments
• Experience completing planned maintenance, inspections, and breakdown repairs
• Ability to adapt across multiple OEM platforms (Sandvik, Epiroc, CAT, Normet, Getman)
• Strong commitment to safe work practices
• Someone who takes pride in quality workmanship
• Reliable, professional, and easy to work with on site
• Valid driver’s license
• Ability to pass background check and drug screen

What You Get

• 2:1 or 2:2 rotations available
• Flights, accommodation, and meals covered
• Exposure to a wide range of underground equipment
• Opportunity to develop as a senior-level mechanic
• Consistent work with established crews
• Leadership team made up of former underground tradespeople
• Work alongside experienced mechanics across multiple sites
• Uncapped Mates of Mader employee referral bonuses
• Company-supported team events and adventure trips throughout the year

What You'll Do

• Diagnose faults and complete breakdown repairs underground
• Carry out planned maintenance and inspections to a high standard
• Work across a variety of underground equipment types
• Maintain strong attention to safety and workmanship
• Identify parts and plan upcoming maintenance work
• Contribute to reliable and efficient equipment performance
• Work closely with site teams and other experienced tradespeople

Mader was built by mechanics who understand that real progression in this trade comes from years on the tools, solving problems in the field, and becoming someone others rely on when the job gets technical.