Lead Fitter - 4-Day Week, Marine Projects

Birdon; Port Macquarie; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

4 day work week

Competitive rates

Diverse projects (builds/refits)

Coastal NSW location

Job summary

Birdon is seeking a Fitter Leading Hand to join our Port Macquarie yard. You will lead tradespeople on Birdon Marine projects, ensuring tasks are completed safely, to high quality, and in line with technical standards.

This role offers a 4-day work week, diverse builds and refits, and a coastal NSW location between Sydney and Brisbane. You will mentor apprentices and uphold Birdon’s safety and conduct expectations.

Qualifications

• Cert III in Engineering - Mechanical Trade.
• Experience in supervisory or leading hand role.
• Ability to interpret drawings and specifications.
• Nationally accredited General Construction Induction (white card).
• Maritime industry experience.
• First Aid certification.

Responsibilities

• Support the Supervisor to conduct risk assessments before production work.
• Ensure safety processes are complied with.
• Set up the job site safely and maintain housekeeping.
• Ensure team members are competent and trained for tasks.
• Train and develop apprentices.
• Model workplace conduct consistent with Birdon’s values.

Skills

Team leadership

Quality focus

Attention to detail

Safety consciousness

Education

Cert III in Engineering - Mechanical Trade

White Card (General Construction Induction)

Job description

Birdon is seeking a Fitter Leading Hand to join our Port Macquarie yard. You will lead tradespeople on Birdon Marine projects, ensuring tasks are completed safely, to high quality, and in line with technical standards.

This role offers a 4-day work week, diverse builds and refits, and a coastal NSW location between Sydney and Brisbane. You will mentor apprentices and uphold Birdon’s safety and conduct expectations.