Take on more complex work, mentoring and quality accountability while building evidence for the next formal step.
Compare roles and pay →Mechanical · Skilled
Conveyor technician or belt splicer
Inspects, repairs and joins conveyor belting and related wear systems in a fixed-plant materials-handling operation.
Indicative 2026 annual cash$120k–$180kGross, generally before super
Common roster context8/6, 7/7, 2/1 and shutdown campaigns occur; workshop roles may be residential.
Role at a glance
What this role actually does.
Inspects, repairs and joins conveyor belting and related wear systems in a fixed-plant materials-handling operation. The precise scope changes with the employer, asset, jurisdiction and written authorities.
The work
Core duties
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Inspect belt damage and tracking conditions
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Prepare and complete a splice to an approved method
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Record quality and return-to-service checks
The assets
Equipment and systems
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Steel-cord and fabric belts
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Splicing presses and preparation tools
- 03
Conveyor rollers and pulleys
Before mobilisation
Typical foundations
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Belt-splicing or polymer-processing competence for the belt type
- 02
Site isolation and stored-energy controls
- 03
Working at heights or lifting qualification only if assigned
Prove capability
Evidence employers can verify
- 01
Belt construction and splice type
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Preparation and quality records
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Defect diagnosis and safe handback
Entry pathway
A credible way into the role.
- 01
Enter a belt-service trainee program
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Build supervised splice and repair evidence
- 03
Specialise in belt construction and large shutdowns
Earning context
What tends to move pay
- 01
Experience and verified scope
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Roster, location and shift pattern
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Employer, contract and allowances
Before accepting
Questions to ask about the offer
- 01
Is this base salary, gross cash or a package including super?
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Which roster, point of hire, ordinary hours and overtime terms apply?
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What duties, equipment and written authorities are included in the offer?
Progression
Possible next moves.
Compare the role's actual scope, qualifications and employer requirements before treating this as a direct promotion.
Compare roles and pay →Leads a fitter or mobile maintenance crew through safe execution, quality checks and shift handover.
Related role band: $155k–$215kProgression depends on demonstrated competence, vacancies, performance, qualifications and any appointment requirements. A related profile is a starting point, not a guarantee of that exact title or scope. Browse all 98 role profiles →
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Editorial note
Salary bands are broad 2026 Australian mining comparisons, not promised rates. Role requirements summarise common practice and do not replace legislation, regulator guidance, an employment agreement, site procedures or a written appointment. Pay presentation reviewed 27 September 2026.