Healthcare Facilities Fitter

Queensland Government; Bundaberg; On-site; AUD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging

Generous leave entitlements

Flexible work arrangements

Professional development funding

EAP access

Job summary

Darling Downs Health in Queensland is seeking a qualified Fitter to maintain and repair mechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic systems across healthcare facilities. You will diagnose issues, deliver practical solutions and provide technical guidance for maintenance planning.

Your role supports safe, efficient operations and modern health services across our broad region, contributing to better patient outcomes and community care.

Qualifications

• Trade qualification as a Fitter or Fitter & Turner recognised in Queensland.
• Strong experience maintaining and repairing mechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
• Ability to interpret technical requirements and provide practical trade advice.
• Confidence using digital technology to manage work orders, estimates and maintenance records.
• Experience across diverse facilities or complex operational environments and/or machining/fabrication/maintenance improvement initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair mechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic equipment to support health service operations.
• Diagnose issues and deliver practical solutions to minimise downtime and improve performance.
• Provide trusted trade advice and technical guidance for maintenance planning.
• Contribute to a safe, efficient workplace with quality workmanship and best practice standards.

Skills

Fitter trade qualification

Mechanical maintenance

Hydraulic systems

Pneumatic systems

Digital maintenance management

Education

Trade qualification recognised in Queensland

Tools

Machining tools experience

Fabrication processes

Job description

Darling Downs Health in Queensland is seeking a qualified Fitter to maintain and repair mechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic systems across healthcare facilities. You will diagnose issues, deliver practical solutions and provide technical guidance for maintenance planning.

Your role supports safe, efficient operations and modern health services across our broad region, contributing to better patient outcomes and community care.