Fitters - Cannington Shut Down

DGH Engineering; Mount Isa City; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 83,000; Part time

Job summary

DGH Engineering in Mount Isa is seeking skilled Fitters for a major shutdown project. This casual position offers an excellent opportunity to contribute your expertise to a significant industrial maintenance operation.

You will perform maintenance and repair on industrial equipment, install and align mechanical components, read drawings, and diagnose faults with safety and precision. Working with other trades, you will help meet shutdown objectives on schedule while maintaining a safe

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Fitter in industrial/mining or heavy equipment maintenance environments.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and engineering specifications.
• Strong problem-solving, attention to detail and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance and repair on industrial equipment as part of the shutdown.
• Install, align and assemble mechanical components to precise specifications.
• Read drawings, diagnose faults and implement effective solutions.
• Use hand tools, power tools and precision instruments safely and competently.
• Collaborate with other trades to meet shutdown objectives on schedule.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment and report progress to supervisors.

Skills

Fitter experience

Industrial maintenance

Hydraulics & pneumatics

Reading drawings

Team collaboration

Health & safety

Tools

Precision measuring tools

Job description

DGH is seeking skilled Fitters to join our team for the Cannington Shut Down. This is a casual position offering an excellent opportunity to contribute your expertise to a significant industrial maintenance and shutdown operation.

What you'll be doing

• Performing maintenance and repair work on industrial equipment and machinery as part of the shutdown operation
• Installing, aligning and assembling mechanical components and systems to precise specifications
• Reading and interpreting technical drawings, blueprints and work instructions accurately
• Conducting diagnostic work to identify mechanical faults and implement effective solutions
• Using hand tools, power tools and specialised equipment safely and competently
• Collaborating with other trades and team members to ensure shutdown objectives are met on schedule
• Maintaining a clean and safe work environment, adhering to all health and safety protocols
• Documenting work completed and reporting on progress to supervisors

What we're looking for

• Proven experience as a Fitter in industrial, mining or heavy equipment maintenance environments
• Strong knowledge of mechanical systems, hydraulics, pneumatics and general machinery operation
• Proficiency in reading technical drawings and understanding engineering specifications
• Competence with hand tools, power tools and precision measuring instruments
• Excellent problem-solving abilities and attention to detail
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team
• Commitment to health and safety standards and a strong safety record
• Flexibility and reliability, with the ability to work on a project basis
• Experience in shutdown or turnaround operations would be highly advantageous