Mechanical Fitter

Posted 04 October 2024
Salary $56 per hour
LocationBallarat
Job type Temporary
Discipline Engineering
ReferenceBH-30807
Contact NameOrla Ryan-Keogh

Job description

  • $56 per hour plus penalties.
  • Casual on-going role with view to go perm. 
  • Pittong Location
  • Monday - Friday, 7.00 - 3.00pm.
  • Lots of OT available.
As a Mechanical Fitter within the maintenance team at our Client's Kaolin processing plant, your primary responsibility is to ensure the efficient operation and maintenance of mechanical equipment and machinery used in the processing of kaolin. This includes but is not limited to pumps, conveyors, industrial gearboxes, and other mechanical components.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Conducting routine maintenance checks on mechanical equipment.
  • Diagnosing and troubleshooting mechanical issues.
  • Performing repairs and replacements of faulty parts.
  • Installing new machinery and equipment as required.
  • Ensuring compliance with safety standards and procedures.
  • Collaborating with other team members to optimise plant efficiency.
  • Documenting maintenance activities and reporting any issues to supervisors.
Qualifications and Experience:

  • Relevant Trade qualification (e.g., Certificate III in Mechanical Engineering or Fitting and Turning)
  • Minimum 2 years’ experience as a tradesperson post-apprenticeship
  • Forklift License (desirable).
  • Current Driver’s License (advantageous).
Skills & Attributes:

  • Good verbal and written communication skills.
  • Good technical background and experience on pumps, conveyors, industrial gearboxes, and other mechanical components.
  • Hard worker, practical personality
  • Solid analyzing and problem-solving skills to troubleshoot technical problems
  • Person who wants to participate strongly in the development of a growing business.
Why Join Us?
Be part of a supportive team and contribute to the success of a growing company. If you’re passionate about machinery and customer satisfaction, we want to hear from you!