Fitter - Defence

Ventia; Wallangarra; On-site; AUD 63,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

VenPerks

Relocation assistance

Tools provided

Wellbeing initiatives

Job summary

Ventia is seeking a qualified Fitter to join our Defence Maintenance Contract team in Wallangarra, QLD. You will inspect, repair and recondition military hardware to ensure operational readiness and support Defence activities.

The role requires a Certificate III in Engineering - Mechanical Trade and a valid Australian Driver’s Licence, with MR/HR licences desirable. Relocation assistance available for the right candidate.

Qualifications

• Physically capable for hands-on mechanical work in a Defence environment.
• Prioritises safety and following procedures to service military equipment.
• Ability to inspect, repair and recondition hardware to specification.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance, servicing, repairs and preventative maintenance on military equipment and hardware.
• Safely operate machinery to repair, manufacture or modify parts as required.
• Certify plant and equipment as serviceable and fit for purpose.

Skills

Physically fit

Hands-on mechanical work

Safety conscious

Education

Certificate III in Engineering - Mechanical Trade (Fitting or Fitter and Machinist)

Job description

The Opportunity

As an Australian Defence Force partner, Ventia works across some of Australia's newest and most unique equipment, including artillery, small arms, instruments, night vision equipment, high-tech armoured vehicles, personnel carriers and propulsion equipment.

An exciting opportunity exists for a qualified Fitter to join our collaborative and hardworking Defence Maintenance Contract team based in Wallangarra, QLD, just north of Tenterfield, NSW. This is your opportunity to work on specialised Defence assets while enjoying a great regional lifestyle and a supportive team environment.

• $47.58 per hour (inclusive of allowances) +12% super.


• Permanent full-time position with great work-life balance: Monday to Friday roster with a 12:00pm finish every Friday.


• Ongoing training, development and upskilling opportunities.


• Wellbeing initiatives including Fitness Passport, discounted health insurance and access to a confidential Employee Assistance Program.


• VenPerks: exclusive discounts at over 450 retailers across Australia across retail, travel, entertainment and everyday essentials.


• Relocation assistance for the right candidate.


• All tools, PPE, uniforms and on-site parking provided.

About the role

As a Fitter, you will use your highly detailed workmanship to inspect, repair and recondition military hardware. You will provide direct embedded support and work closely with Defence personnel and training activities to ensure hardware is functional and training objectives are achieved.

• Perform maintenance, servicing, repairs and preventative maintenance on military equipment, hardware and Defence armaments.


• Safely operate machinery to repair, manufacture or modify required parts.


• Certify plant and equipment as serviceable and fit for purpose.

About you

• Certificate III in Engineering - Mechanical Trade (Fitting or Fitter and Machinist). (Required)


• Hold a valid Australian Driver’s Licence. (Required)


• MR or HR Licence. (Highly desirable)


• Physically fit with the ability to undertake hands‑on mechanical work.

You must be an Australian Citizen and able to obtain and maintain a minimum Australian Government Baseline Security Clearance.

About Ventia

As a leading services provider, we maintain, operate, and manage the essential infrastructure that makes modern life possible across Australia and New Zealand. With more than 35,000 employees and subcontractors across 400 sites, joining Ventia means becoming part of a team that values its people, supports career growth, and helps everyone go further towards their full potential.

Our commitment to Fairness, Inclusion and Respect shapes how we lead, collaborate, hire and support one another. We welcome applications from people of all ages, abilities and backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and people of all genders, identities, sexual orientations, beliefs and caring responsibilities. We are dedicated to providing an accessible recruitment process and encourage you to request adjustments at any stage.