Fitter/Machinist/Hydraulic Technician

Casino Engineering; Casino; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Ongoing training and professional dev

Friendly, close-knit team

Family-oriented workplace

Stable local employment

Job summary

Casino Engineering and Industrial Supplies is seeking a skilled Fitter / Machinist / Hydraulics Technician to join a friendly, fast-paced team in Casino, NSW. The role covers operating lathes and mills, hydraulic service, fitting and machining, welding and fabrication, plus repair work on heavy equipment.

The ideal candidate has hands-on experience with workshop machinery, hydraulics, and a strong mechanical aptitude.

Qualifications

• Proven experience operating lathes, milling machines and workshop machinery.
• Experience with hydraulics and hydraulic component repairs (not essential).
• Fitting and mechanical repair experience.
• Welding and fabrication skills.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving ability.
• Good communication with customers and team members.
• Ability to work independently and in a team, within time and cost constraints.
• Above-award wages based on skills and experience.

Responsibilities

• Operating lathes, milling machines and general workshop equipment.
• Hydraulic repairs, servicing and component replacement.
• Fitting, machining and mechanical repairs.
• General welding, fabrication and repair work.
• Repairing and maintaining heavy machinery and equipment.
• Custom engineering and one-off projects.
• Diagnosing problems and developing practical solutions.
• Working both independently and as part of a close-knit team.
• Occasional field and breakdown work.

Skills

Lathe operation

Milling machine operation

Workshop machinery

Hydraulics repair

Fitting

Mechanical repair

Welding

Fabrication

Communication

Teamwork

Time & cost management

MR licence

Forklift licence

Education

Apprenticeship (3rd/4th year)

Job description

We are looking for a skilled and motivated Fitter / Machinist / Hydraulics Technician to join our friendly and fast-paced team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys variety, working with their hands and tackling jobs that require initiative, problem-solving and a broad range of skills.

Key responsibilities

• Operating lathes, milling machines and general workshop equipment
• Hydraulic repairs, servicing and component replacement
• Fitting, machining and mechanical repairs
• General welding, fabrication and repair work
• Repairing and maintaining heavy machinery and equipment
• Custom engineering and one-off projects
• Diagnosing problems and developing practical solutions
• Working both independently and as part of a close-knit team
• Occasional field and breakdown work

About you

• Proven experience operating lathes, milling machines and workshop machinery
• Experience with hydraulics and hydraulic component repairs (not essential)
• Fitting and mechanical repair experience
• General welding and fabrication skills
• Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving ability
• The ability to communicate effectively with customers and team members
• The ability to work independently and as part of a team
• The ability to work within a time and cost-based environment
• Good attention to detail and pride in your workmanship
• A current MR licence and Forklift Licence would be advantageous
• 3rd or 4th year apprentices with relevant experience are encouraged to apply
• Above-award wages, based on skills and experience
• Ongoing training and professional development
• A varied and interesting workload
• The opportunity to work on unique and challenging projects
• A friendly, supportive and close-knit team
• A family-oriented workplace where employees are genuinely valued
• Opportunities to develop your skills across fitting, machining, hydraulics, fabrication and heavy equipment
• Stable employment with an established local business

About us

Casino Engineering and Industrial Supplies is an established, family-owned engineering and industrial supplies business located in Casino, Northern NSW. We provide a diverse range of services including engineering, fabrication, machining, hydraulics, heavy machinery repairs, industrial supplies, crane and tele-handler hire, as well as breakdown and mobile service throughout the Northern Rivers. We specialise in challenging jobs, custom fabrication, repairs and problem-solving — if it can be built, repaired, modified or improved, we love finding a way to make it happen.