Mechanical Fitter

Posted 20 January 2023
Salary $51 - $51.47 per hour, Benefits: .
LocationAuburn
Job type Temporary
Discipline RailEngineering
ReferenceBH-26548-4
Contact NameDean Harrison

Job description

- $46.95 - 51.47 Per Hour Plus Penalty Rates.
- Mon – Fri 38 Hours Working Week.
- Day & Afternoons Shifts available. 


Mechanical Fitter – Rail Component – Workshop.  
Company Overview:
Our Valued Rail services client is one of the largest integrated & diversified suppliers of railroad and transit system products & services in Australia.
An opportunity exists for a Mechanical Fitters who are completing Rail Component Overhaul Techs to join their team (Mon – Fri Day shift) based in Auburn, New South Wales.
Role Tasks & Duties:
The role includes but not limited to:
  • Primary tasks will be to assemble gear boxes & motors, wheel sets, bearings & brake components, test & commission in a controlled workshop environment.
  • Also will be responsible for (deceasing), dissembling, cleaning, overhauling, servicing of rail components.
  • Interpretation detailed schematic drawings to ensure accurate retro fit replacement of rail components.
  • Frequent Forklift & Overhead crane operating to move large scale component & material movements in a fast paced heavy rail workshop.
  • Ensuring that all tasks are performed in accordance with relevant maintenance documentation.
  • Provide recommendations to management on methods and procedures with a view to more efficient operations of the facility and maintainability of rolling stock.
Required Skills, Experience and Competencies:
  • Australian Trade Diploma Certification III in Mechanical essential, LF Forklift License highly desirable.
  • Previous experience on rail, freight maintenance or service activities highly desirable or heavy maintenance components.
  • Heavy industrial Fitters (Mining, Aviation, Naval, Earth / Mobile Plant & Bus industry) are eligible to apply.
  • Proven strong skill set and ability in disassembly, reassembly, fault finding, diagnostics / trouble shooting & component overall.
  • Must be able read, comprehend and apply technical drawings, high level of record keeping.
  • Ability to proactively organise / prioritise work task in a professional efficient manner both in an autonomous and team workshop.
  • High level communications and interpersonal skills.
  • High level problem solving skills and the ability to work as part of a team.
  • Ability and willingness to further their knowledge and skills with additional training.

Additional requirements:
  • Passing a pre-employment medical.
  • Australian fulltime working rights.
  • Valid LF Forklift License & Overhead crane verification of competency advantageous.
What Is On Offer?

  • $46.95 / 51.47 Per Hour Plus Penalty Over Time Rates.
  • Mon – Fri 38 Hours Working Week.
  • Day Shift standard hours – 6.30am - 3.00pm 
  • Afternoon Shift standard hours – 3.15pm - 11.45pm. 
  • Fixed Auburn Rail Maintenance Workshop Location
In return the successful applicant will have the opportunity to work in a great team environment at the organisations Auburn rail maintenance centre.

If this role attracts your interest, we look forward to hearing from you so please either apply now or email your current resume to dean.harrison@2xmrecruit.com.au