Fitter/Machinist

Work Initiatives; Unanderra; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training provided

Job summary

Findstaff is seeking an experienced Fitter for a full-time role in Unanderra. You will work on overhaul, repair, and assembly of heavy industrial equipment in a supportive workshop environment.

The successful candidate will demonstrate strong mechanical aptitude, reliability, and teamwork. Training will be provided to suitable applicants to enhance skills across multiple heavy industrial sectors.

Qualifications

• Experience in any of the above areas of heavy industrial equipment.
• Strong mechanical sense and practical problem-solving skills.
• Good judgement, initiative, and life skills.
• A positive attitude and ability to work well within a friendly team.
• Reliability and pride in workmanship.

Responsibilities

• Overhaul, repair, and assembly of bearing installations and rotating equipment.
• Assemble brand‑new slurry pumps.
• Conduct dynamic balancing of various components.

Skills

Heavy equipment experience

Mechanical aptitude

Problem solving

Teamwork

Tools

Manual lathes

Surface grinder

Hydraulic presses

Balancing machine

Job description

Findstaff provides comprehensive employment solutions across Blue and White-Collar industries. FindStaff have over 30 years' involvement in sourcing professional, experienced and astute candidates for businesses of all sizes & requirements.

Full-time | Unanderra

Join a skilled, friendly, and supportive team

Are you an experienced Fitter with strong mechanical aptitude and a solid understanding of heavy industrial equipment? We're looking for a reliable, hands‑on tradesperson to join our team and contribute to a wide range of overhaul, repair, and assembly projects across multiple sectors.

About our client

Provide's specialist overhaul and maintenance services to the Steelmaking, Paper, and Mining industries. Our workshop handles a broad variety of rotating and mechanical equipment, backed by a team of down-to‑earth tradesmen who work independently but never hesitate to lend a hand.

What You'll Work On

You’ll be involved in the overhaul, repair, and assembly of:

• Bearing installations & rotating equipment
• Brand new slurry pump assembly
• Dynamic balancing of various components

Workshop Equipment

You’ll have access to a fully equipped workshop, including:

• Manual lathes
• Surface grinder
• Hydraulic presses
• Dynamic balancing machine

What We're Looking For

We’re seeking a Fitter who has:

• Experience in any of the above areas of heavy industrial equipment
• Strong mechanical sense and practical problem-solving skills
• Good judgement, initiative, and life skills
• A positive attitude and ability to work well within a friendly team
• Reliability and pride in workmanship

Why Join Us?

• Work alongside a supportive team of experienced tradesmen
• Varied and interesting workload across multiple industries
• A workplace built on respect, teamwork, and solid mechanical craftsmanship
• Training will be provided to suitable applicants

Please note- Only shortlisted candidates with full working rights will be contacted