Maintenance Fitter

Textron Specialized Vehicles; Ipswich City; On-site; AUD 48,095 - 67,333; Full time

Job summary

Textron Specialized Vehicles in Colnbrook is seeking a hands-on Fitter to inspect, repair and service cargo movement equipment at our onsite facility. You will work on braking systems, bearings, conveyors and chassis components, and perform welding as required.

A practical, proactive approach and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team are essential. Security vetting is required, including a criminal records check and five years of education/employment references.

Qualifications

• Basic understanding of simple mechanical systems.
• Practical experience with mechanical systems gained through work, education or relevant hobbies.
• Confident with hands-on, practical tasks.
• Entry-level English literacy (Level 2).
• Ability to perform under pressure.
• Proactive and motivated to learn in a hands-on environment.
• Able to work independently or in a team.
• Welding experience is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Inspecting, repairing and servicing cargo movement and handling equipment.
• Maintenance of cable drum brakes, wheel bearings, conveyor roller beds, and chassis turntables.
• Welding.

Skills

Basic mechanical understanding

Hands-on proficiency

Independent work

Teamwork

Welding experience

English literacy Level 2

Ability to work under pressure

Proactive learner

Education

Level 2 English literacy

Job description

About The Role

Full‑time role based onsite at our facility in Colnbrook on Poyle Trading Estate.

Responsibilities

• Inspecting, repairing and servicing the cargo movement and handling equipment;
• Maintenance of cable drum brakes, wheel bearings, conveyor roller beds, and chassis turntables;
• Welding.

About You

As a Fitter, we would ask you bring the following skills and experience:

• A basic understanding of simple mechanical systems;
• Practical experience with mechanical systems gained through previous employment, education, or relevant hobbies/interests;
• Confident with hands‑on, practical tasks;
• Entry‑level (Level 2) English literacy skills;
• Ability to perform effectively under pressure;
• A proactive and motivated approach to learning in a hands‑on environment;
• Able to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team;
• Experience with welding is also desirable.

Additional Requirements

The successful candidate will be required to undertake security vetting, which includes a criminal records check and the provision of five years’ continuous education and/or employment references.