Hydraulic Fitter

Southcott; Sydney; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Southcott is a leading Australian hydraulic components manufacturer seeking a Hydraulic Fitter to build and troubleshoot componentry, perform repairs, and carry out preventive maintenance in the workshop and on-site.

You will assemble valves, pumps, hoses and actuators, test assemblies, and support field teams with a focus on safety and quality. The role requires trade qualifications and hydraulics experience, plus reading drawings; MR or forklift licenses are preferred.

Qualifications

• Trade qualifications in maintenance or hydraulic fitting preferred.
• Experience in hydraulics/mechanical fitting.
• Experience in reading and interpreting engineering drawings and hydraulic schematics.
• Experience in testing and repairing hydraulic cylinders is desirable.
• Skilled in using a variety of tools; tooling knowledge advantageous.
• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.
• Holding MR Truck license or Forklift license preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assembling hydraulic componentry by conversion of similar item or building them using parts and/or sub-assemblies, such as valves, pumps, power units, and actuators.
• Testing and troubleshooting new assemblies using workshop equipment, ensuring compliance with standards and accuracy of fit.
• Manufacturing hydraulic hoses, ensuring compatibility between hose fittings and hoses, and adhering to crimping specifications and standards.
• Troubleshooting hydraulic systems with a safe approach to high-pressure systems.
• Visiting sites to familiarise with jobs, identifying required tools and parts, and ensuring readiness for on-site jobs by keeping service vehicles equipped with tools, testing equipment, and consumables.
• Maintaining readiness to assist on-site jobs, ensuring the service vehicle is equipped with hand and power tools, testing equipment, and consumables.
• Actively contributing to the improvement of workshop and service department operations by supporting and proactively identifying better practices and process enhancements.
• Updating assembly information sheets as required and providing advice and guidance to internal and external sales teams.
• Ensuring all documentation relevant to each assembly is orderly and complete.

Skills

Hydraulic fitting

Reading engineering drawings

Troubleshooting hydraulics

Mechanical aptitude

Communication skills

Tooling knowledge

Education

Trade qualification in maintenance or hydraulic fitting

Tools

Tooling knowledge

Job description

Join a Leading Australian Manufacturer experiencing rapid growth and transformation

Work with a leading Australian Manufacturer

Be part of our high-performing workshop team

Southcott is the largest manufacturer of hydraulic couplings and adaptors in Australia. We have built a reputation for precision machining and quality hydraulic component manufacturing to meet the demands of Australian industry.

As an Australian manufacturer, our commitment to excellence has enabled us to expand our capabilities across couplings and adaptors, manifolds, valves, pumps and motors. With advancements in electro-hydraulic systems, our Control Systems Group also provides full in-house design and manufacturing solutions.

The Hydraulic Fitter role is essential in supporting a sustainable business model while upholding our values and operational excellence.

Founded in 1886, we believe our relentless ambition, customer centricity and focus on people have contributed significantly to our success to date.

About You

As a Hydraulic Fitter, you will be responsible for building and troubleshooting hydraulic componentry, conducting repairs, and performing preventive maintenance. This position involves varied responsibilities both in the workshop and in the field, supporting all levels of the workshop department and sales team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assembling hydraulic componentry by conversion of similar item or building them using parts and/or sub-assemblies, such as valves, pumps, power units, and actuators.
• Testing and troubleshooting new assemblies using workshop equipment, ensuring compliance with standards and accuracy of fit.
• Manufacturing hydraulic hoses, ensuring compatibility between hose fittings and hoses, and adhering to crimping specifications and standards.
• Troubleshooting hydraulic systems with a safe approach to high-pressure systems.
• Visiting sites to familiarise with jobs, identifying required tools and parts, and ensuring readiness for on-site jobs by keeping service vehicles equipped with tools, testing equipment, and consumables.
• Maintaining readiness to assist on-site jobs, ensuring the service vehicle is equipped with hand and power tools, testing equipment, and consumables.
• Actively contributing to the improvement of workshop and service department operations by supporting and proactively identifying better practices and process enhancements.
• Updating assembly information sheets as required and providing advice and guidance to internal and external sales teams.
• Ensuring all documentation relevant to each assembly is orderly and complete.

What You’ll Bring:

• Trade qualifications in maintenance or hydraulic fitting preferred, willingness to learn and a strong mechanical aptitude is essential.
• Experience in hydraulics/mechanical fitting.
• Experience in reading and interpreting engineering drawings and hydraulic schematics.
• Experience in testing and repairing hydraulic cylinders is desirable.
• Skilled in using a variety of tools, with tool machining knowledge and experience being advantageous.
• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.
• Holding a valid MR Truck license or Forklift license is preferred.

How we work

Our values guide how we work with customers and each other:

• Accountability – Own It: We take responsibility for our work and our impact, following through on what we say we’ll do.
• Communication – Listen and Connect: We share ideas openly, listen carefully and adapt our approach to build understanding across the business.
• Open-mindedness – Think Differently: We welcome new ideas, explore options and learn from diverse perspectives to make better decisions.
• Ambition – Go Further: We take initiative, embrace change and push for improvement with courage & determination.
• Respect – Value Everyone: We treat people fairly, act courteously and build positive, productive relationships based on trust.

As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome applications from all individuals.

To be eligible to apply for this position, you must have the appropriate working rights for Australia or New Zealand.