Maintenance Technician (Fitter or Boilermaker)

InfraBuild; Newcastle City Council; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Long service leave after 5 years

Paid parental leave

Health cover

Employee discounts

Wellbeing support

Training & development

Fitness passport

Job summary

InfraBuild in Newcastle, NSW is seeking a Maintenance Improvement Technician (Fitter or Boilermaker) to boost reliability and reduce downtime through practical hands-on work. You will collaborate with maintenance teams, operators and engineering to identify issues and trial fixes for the Contistretch plant.

This role suits experienced fitters or boilermakers who enjoy problem solving, continuous improvement, and hands-on mechanical work, with involvement in planning and maintenance systems as

Qualifications

• Trade-qualified Mechanical Fitter or Boilermaker with safety focus
• Minimum 5 years in manufacturing, heavy industrial, or mining environments
• Proven ability to solve mechanical issues and improve reliability

Responsibilities

• Identify chronic mechanical issues and deliver practical solutions
• Conduct hands-on mechanical repairs, modifications, and improvement works
• Assist in implementing preventive strategies and provide input into maintenance plans
• Support the Contistretch Superintendent to improve equipment performance and reliability
• Contribute to the management and upkeep of master data, CMMS inputs, and improvement records
• Assist with contractor coordination or small project tasks as required
• Monitor critical spares and equipment condition
• Apply and promote safe work practices to support a strong safety culture

Skills

Mechanical fitter

Boilermaker

Safety mindset

SAP

CMMS

Problem solving

Communication

Tools

SAP

MS Project

CMMS

Excel

Job description

Maintenance Technician (Fitter or Boilermaker)

Join a 2026 AFR BOSS Best Places to Work Gold Winner and 2026 Sustainability Champion recognised by the World Steel Association. Play a key role in shaping our performance across our InfraBuildManufacturing business.

As a Maintenance Improvement Technician at our Newcastle site, you will play a key role in improving equipment reliability and reducing downtime through practical, hands‑on mechanical work. You will work closely with maintenance technicians, operators, and engineering teams to identify recurring issues, implement targeted fixes, trial improvement initiatives, and support projects that enhance the performance and safety of the Contistretch plant.

This role is ideal for an experienced Fitter or Boilermaker who enjoys problem solving, continuous improvement, and hands on mechanical work. While primarily focused on practical, on‑the‑tools improvements, you will also contribute to planning and maintenance systems where required.

What you will be doing:

Identify chronic mechanical issues and deliver practical solutions to improve reliability

Conduct hands‑on mechanical repairs, modifications, and improvement works

Assist in implementing preventive strategies and provide input into maintenance plans

Support the Contistretch Superintendent to improve equipment performance and reliability

Contribute to the management and upkeep of master data, CMMS inputs, and improvement records

Assist with contractor coordination or small project tasks as required

Monitor critical spares and equipment condition

Apply and promote safe work practices to support a strong safety culture

You will be rewarded with:

Full time permanent position with paid personal and annual leave

Participation in Quarterly Incentive Plan

Genuine career progression and development opportunities

A supportive, collaborative and close-knit team environment

Fortnightly team BBQ’s

About the role

Join a 2026 AFR BOSS Best Places to Work Gold Winner and 2026 Sustainability Champion recognised by the World Steel Association. Play a key role in shaping our performance across our InfraBuildManufacturing business.

As a Maintenance Improvement Technician at our Newcastle site, you will play a key role in improving equipment reliability and reducing downtime through practical, hands‑on mechanical work. You will work closely with maintenance technicians, operators, and engineering teams to identify recurring issues, implement targeted fixes, trial improvement initiatives, and support projects that enhance the performance and safety of the Contistretch plant.

This role is ideal for an experienced Fitter or Boilermaker who enjoys problem solving, continuous improvement, and hands on mechanical work. While primarily focused on practical, on‑the‑tools improvements, you will also contribute to planning and maintenance systems where required.

What you will be doing:

• Identify chronic mechanical issues and deliver practical solutions to improve reliability
• Conduct hands‑on mechanical repairs, modifications, and improvement works
• Assist in implementing preventive strategies and provide input into maintenance plans
• Support the Contistretch Superintendent to improve equipment performance and reliability
• Contribute to the management and upkeep of master data, CMMS inputs, and improvement records
• Assist with contractor coordination or small project tasks as required
• Monitor critical spares and equipment condition
• Apply and promote safe work practices to support a strong safety culture

You will be rewarded with:

• Full time permanent position with paid personal and annual leave
• Participation in Quarterly Incentive Plan
• Genuine career progression and development opportunities
• A supportive, collaborative and close-knit team environment
• Fortnightly team BBQ’s

Primary Benefits:

We offer a range of benefits designed to support you at work and beyond:

• Access to long service leave after 5 years: Employees who are not covered by an Enterprise Agreement can access accrued Long Service Leave (LSL) at the rate of 1.3 weeks per year of service after 5 years continuous service.
• Paid parental leave that goes further - 20 weeks paid Primary Carer Leave and 3 weeks Partner Leave, plus superannuation contributions during unpaid leave (eligibility applies)
• Health cover at discounted rates - Access corporate rates with nib Health Insurance to support you and your family
• Everyday savings - Access a wide range of employee discounts across major brands including retail, travel and lifestyle
• Support when you need it - Confidential counselling and wellbeing support through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and Sonder, available to you and your immediate family
• Invest in your development - Access to learning platforms and development opportunities to support your career growth
• Fitness passport for you and your family –A fitness membership that gives you and your family members access to a wide range of gyms, pools and fitness centres through one convenient membership

What you will bring:

• Trade‑qualified Mechanical Fitter or Boilermaker, with mechanical experience and a strong commitment to safety and Zero Harm
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in manufacturing, heavy industrial, or mining environments
• Proven ability to solve mechanical issues and apply sound maintenance and reliability principles
• Strong communication and influencing skills, with the ability to build effective relationships with contractors and suppliers
• Ability to prioritise work across multiple tasks while maintaining high quality
• Working knowledge of SAP (essential) and/or other CMMS planning systems
• Proficient in Word, Excel, MS Project, and general computer systems

Why join us?

We offer more than just a job; we provide a dynamic environment built onthree pillarsthat define our commitment to both our team and our industry.

• Work with a greater purpose- join us on our pursuit of a sustainable future and contribute to our nation’s legacy.
• Work well, live better –experience a safe, supportive and inclusive environment which values you as a whole person and where wellbeing matters.
• Build your own future –grow and drive your own development to grow your skills. Everyday is an opportunity to grow.

About us

InfraBuild manufactures steel using recycled scrap through our electric arc furnace network in Victoria and New South Wales.

Our integrated model, from recycling to rolling, supports consistent quality, supply reliability and the development of lower embodied carbon steel solutions for Australia’s construction industry.