Dust Extraction & Filtration Mechanic

Queensland Alumina Limited; Gladstone Regional; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Subsidised private health insurance

Job summary

Queensland Alumina Limited in Gladstone, QLD, is seeking a Mechanical Fitter for dust extraction and filtration systems. The role focuses on hands-on maintenance, troubleshooting, and ensuring safe, reliable equipment operation.

You will work within the Raw Materials Maintenance team, reporting to the Supervisor, with a strong emphasis on safety and collaboration across planners and supervisors.

Qualifications

• Recognised trade qualification as Mechanical Fitter.
• Experience with dust extraction systems, industrial ventilation or similar equipment.
• Ability to read mechanical drawings, schematics and technical documentation.
• Strong fault-finding skills and attention to detail.
• Commitment to safe work practices and site procedures.

Responsibilities

• Install and maintain mechanical systems including dust extraction equipment and filtration.
• Troubleshoot, repair faults, and minimise downtime.
• Perform preventive maintenance and inspections on dust collection systems.
• Read drawings and technical docs to complete work accurately.
• Use tools safely and maintain quality maintenance records.
• Take ownership of tasks with a focus on safety, productivity, and learning.
• Collaborate with operators, supervisors and planning teams to deliver outcomes.

Skills

Read drawings

Fault finding

Safety awareness

Team collaboration

Education

Trade qualification as Mechanical Fitter

Job description

Queensland Alumina Limited in Gladstone, QLD, is seeking a Mechanical Fitter for dust extraction and filtration systems. The role focuses on hands-on maintenance, troubleshooting, and ensuring safe, reliable equipment operation.

You will work within the Raw Materials Maintenance team, reporting to the Supervisor, with a strong emphasis on safety and collaboration across planners and supervisors.