Maintenance Fitter

Randstad NV; Sydney; On-site; AUD 57,000 - 81,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Great Work-Life Balance

Long-Term Stability

Varied & Interesting Work

Competitive hourly rate

Job summary

Randstad has partnered with a leading rail company in Wetherill Park to fill a Mechanical Fitter / Maintenance Fitter role. You will work on hydraulic and pneumatic systems, conveyors, and presses with a strong emphasis on reliability and safety.

The position offers a casual arrangement with $50+ per hour, a stable roster, and opportunities to develop practical, hands-on skills in a busy industrial facility in Sydney’s western region.

Qualifications

• Trade qualification: Cert III in Engineering (Mechanical Trade / Fitting & Turning) or recognized equivalent.
• 2+ years of mechanical maintenance experience in fast-paced manufacturing or heavy industrial facility.
• Sound fault-finding in hydraulics and pneumatics; basic manual machining and light welding.

Responsibilities

• Execute daily preventative maintenance schedules on all plant equipment.
• Troubleshoot mechanical breakdowns quickly in a fast-paced environment.
• Maintain, repair hydraulics, pneumatics, mixers, presses, and conveyors.
• Perform basic machining and light welding as required.
• Uphold strict WHS standards and a safety-first culture.

Skills

Cert III Engineering (Mechanical Fitt)

2+ years maintenance experience

Hydraulics & Pneumatics

Manual machining & light welding

Education

Cert III in Engineering (Mechanical Trade) or equivalent

Tools

Forklift License (LF)

Elevated Work Platform (EWP) tickets

Job description

Are you an experienced Mechanical Fitter looking for a role that delivers real work-life balance, job stability, and engaging technical work?

Randstad has partnered with Leading Rail company in Wetherill Park to secure a skilled Mechanical Fitter / Maintenance Fitter to join their established production facility. This position offers a supportive team culture, consistent hours, and the opportunity to work on a diverse rang

What's On Offer:

• $50+ / hr (Casual), highly negotiable depending on your experience.
• Great Work-Life Balance: Dependable roster, local work, and time to enjoy life outside of work.
• Long-Term Stability: Secure employment within a strong, growing industrial environment.
• Varied & Interesting Work: Keep your trade skills sharp working across hydraulics, pneumatics, mixers, presses, and conveyor systems.

Day-to-Day Responsibilities:

Reporting to the Maintenance Supervisor, you will be responsible for ensuring high plant reliability and minimal downtime through proactive and reactive maintenance.

• Execute daily preventative maintenance schedules across all plant equipment.
• Rapidly troubleshoot and diagnose mechanical breakdowns in a fast-paced environment.
• Maintain, overhaul, and repair hydraulic and pneumatic systems, mixers, industrial presses, and bulk material conveyors.
• Perform basic manual machining, component fitting, and light welding/fabrication as required.
• Drive a strong safety-first culture by adhering to strict WHS standards and risk assessments.

About You:

To be successful in this role, you will bring a strong trade background, a knack for practical problem-solving, and a reliable work ethic.

• Trade Qualification: Cert III in Engineering (Mechanical Trade / Fitting & Turning) or recognized Equivalent.
• Experience: 2+ years of mechanical maintenance experience within a fast-paced manufacturing or heavy industrial facility.
• Technical Skills: Sound fault-finding expertise in hydraulics and pneumatics, alongside basic manual machining and light welding skills.
• Safety First: A continuous commitment to Workplace Health & Safety (WHS).
• Tickets (Desirable): Forklift License (LF) or Elevated Work Platform (EWP) tickets are strong advantages.