Fitter (General) – Drive Asset Reliability in Brisbane

11 Recruitment; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

LEAN MINING PTY LTD – Lean Mining is seeking a Trade Fitter (General) for a permanent, full-time position in Brisbane, QLD. The role offers an attractive salary range and a pathway to support client asset reliability through precision mechanical fitting and preventive maintenance.

You will interpret drawings, fit and repair mechanical components, and work with hydraulic and pneumatic systems while maintaining high safety standards in a dynamic team environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year experience as a Fitter (General).
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and maintenance instructions.
• Sound mechanical fitting, assembly, measurement and fault diagnosis skills.
• Knowledge of preventive maintenance and hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
• Strong safety awareness and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Interpret engineering drawings, equipment specifications and maintenance instructions to plan fitting and repair work on client mechanical assets.
• Fit and assemble fabricated metal parts and mechanical subassemblies to restore or improve the operation of client machinery.
• Check component dimensions, alignment, clearances and fit using precision measuring instruments to meet specified tolerances.
• Set up and operate appropriate workshop tools to cut, drill, grind and shape replacement or repair components for mechanical equipment.
• Cut, thread, bend and install hydraulic and pneumatic pipes and lines associated with client plant and machinery.
• Diagnose mechanical faults and overhaul or repair machinery components and fluid-power equipment to restore reliable operation.
• Install, position and align mechanical equipment and confirm correct operation through appropriate testing and adjustment.
• Carry out scheduled preventive maintenance and condition inspections on client machinery to identify wear and emerging defects.
• Respond to mechanical breakdowns, complete safe corrective repairs and coordinate with maintenance teams to minimise client equipment downtime.
• Complete work orders and record inspections, repairs, component replacements and test outcomes to support clients' maintenance histories and planning.
• Apply site safety, isolation and risk-control procedures and report recurring faults and reliability improvement opportunities to relevant teams.

Skills

Fitter (General) experience

Engineering drawings interpretation

Maintenance documentation

Hydraulic systems knowledge

Pneumatic systems knowledge

Safety awareness

Education

Relevant qualification

Job description

LEAN MINING PTY LTD – Lean Mining is seeking a Trade Fitter (General) for a permanent, full-time position in Brisbane, QLD. The role offers an attractive salary range and a pathway to support client asset reliability through precision mechanical fitting and preventive maintenance.

You will interpret drawings, fit and repair mechanical components, and work with hydraulic and pneumatic systems while maintaining high safety standards in a dynamic team environment.