Fitter - Mechanical

Ventia; Sydney; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training & development

Wellbeing program

VenPerks discounts

On-site parking

Job summary

Ventia in Australia is seeking a qualified Fitter to join Defence Maintenance Contract team at HMAS Stirling, Garden Island WA. You will perform maintenance, repair and overhaul on Torpedo Maintenance Facility equipment, working with a skilled team to support Defence assets.

This permanent full-time role offers a Monday to Friday roster, tooling, on-site parking and ongoing training, plus wellbeing programs and employee discounts. Australian Defence security clearance NV1 is required.

Qualifications

• Trade Certificate III as a Fitter & Turner or Engineering Mechanical.
• Experience in mechanical maintenance and repair activities.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings, manuals and specifications.
• Current Australian Driver's Licence.
• Defence, marine, heavy industrial or mobile plant equipment experience is highly regarded.
• Willingness to obtain Dogging, Rigging and Forklift licences/tickets if not held.
• Australian Citizen with eligibility for Defence NV1 clearance.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance, servicing, repairs and preventative maintenance activities within the Torpedo Maintenance Facility.
• Inspect equipment and complete repairs in accordance with technical manuals and work instructions.
• Reassemble, test, clean and adjust repaired or replaced components.
• Operate workshop machinery and equipment to support maintenance activities.
• Coordinate and supervise non-technical support personnel undertaking maintenance support activities.
• Complete maintenance documentation and maintain high safety and quality standards.

Skills

Interpret technical drawings

Safety-conscious

Teamwork

Education

Trade Certificate III in Fitter & Turner

Australian Driver's Licence

Job description

Join Ventia in a role that supports the maintenance and operational readiness of Australia's Defence Force.

An exciting opportunity exists for a qualified Fitter to join our Defence Maintenance Contract team at HMAS Stirling, Garden Island WA.

Reporting to the Site Manager, you will undertake maintenance, repair, inspection and overhaul activities within the Torpedo Maintenance Facility. Working within a skilled team environment, you'll play an important role in supporting the maintenance and operational readiness of specialised Defence equipment.

• $57.36 per hour (inclusive of allowances) + 12% super.
• Permanent full-time position offering excellent work-life balance with a Monday to Friday roster.
• Ongoing training, development and upskilling opportunities while working on unique Defence assets.
• 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.
• All tools, PPE, uniforms and on-site parking provided.

About the role

• Perform maintenance, servicing, repairs and preventative maintenance activities within the Torpedo Maintenance Facility.
• Inspect equipment and complete repairs in accordance with technical manuals and work instructions.
• Reassemble, test, clean and adjust repaired or replaced components.
• Operate workshop machinery and equipment to support maintenance activities.
• Coordinate and supervise non-technical support personnel undertaking maintenance support activities.
• Complete maintenance documentation and maintain high safety and quality standards.

About you

• Trade Certificate III as a Fitter & Turner, Engineering Mechanical or similar.
• Demonstrated experience in mechanical maintenance and repair activities.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings, manuals and specifications.
• Current Australian Driver's Licence.
• Experience working on Defence, marine, heavy industrial or mobile plant equipment is highly regarded.
• Strong commitment to safety, teamwork and quality workmanship.
• Current Dogging, Rigging and Forklift licences/tickets are highly regarded, or the willingness and ability to obtain them.
• Be willing and able to successfully complete all required pre-employment checks, including but not limited to a Police Check and medical assessment (including drug and alcohol testing).

You must be an Australian Citizen and be able to maintain a current Defence Security Clearance at Negative Vetting Level 1 (NV1).

About VentiaAs 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.