Fixed Plant Fitter — Remote Site & Workshop Rotation

North Coast Engineering and Mechanical; Cairns Regional; Hybrid; AUD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

North Coast Engineering and Mechanical in Cairns, QLD, is seeking an experienced Mechanical Fixed Plant Fitter. The role rotates weekly between our Cairns workshop (4 days) and a 5-day DIDO remote site assignment at Mareeba, with accommodation and meals provided.

Join a growing fabrication and engineering team, handle crushers, screens, conveyors, and pumps, perform repairs, welding, and alignments, and contribute to safe, efficient project delivery.

Qualifications

• Documented experience as a fitter - mechanical fixed plant.
• Hydraulics knowledge is preferred.
• Experience with crushing and screening circuits.
• Attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Ability to work independently with strong problem-solving skills.
• Relevant trade qualifications and certifications.

Responsibilities

• Perform mechanical fitting, repairs and component replacements across crushers, screens, conveyors, pumps and other fixed‑plant equipment.
• Diagnose faults, troubleshoot breakdowns and complete timely repairs to minimise production delays.
• Complete welding, fabrication‑related fitting, drilling, tapping and assembly tasks as required.
• Support shutdowns, planned maintenance and project works with safe, efficient execution.
• Perform alignment, torqueing, tensioning and flange management to site standards.

Skills

Mechanical fitting

Hydraulics knowledge

Crushing & screening

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Independent work

Education

Trade qualifications

Job description

North Coast Engineering and Mechanical in Cairns, QLD, is seeking an experienced Mechanical Fixed Plant Fitter. The role rotates weekly between our Cairns workshop (4 days) and a 5-day DIDO remote site assignment at Mareeba, with accommodation and meals provided.

Join a growing fabrication and engineering team, handle crushers, screens, conveyors, and pumps, perform repairs, welding, and alignments, and contribute to safe, efficient project delivery.