Mechanical Fitter

Randstad; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Randstad is seeking trade-qualified Mechanical Fitters to perform high-precision fitting, maintenance, overhaul and testing on critical mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems in Adelaide.

You will work with strict tolerances, interpret drawings, perform alignment and pipefitting, and maintain documentation and safety compliance in an industrial/maritime environment.

Qualifications

• Trade Qualification: Cert III in Engineering - Mechanical Trade (Fitting & Turning / Mechanical Fitter) or equivalent.
• Proven fitting, overhaul, and machining experience in a heavy industry, marine, defence, manufacturing, or mining environment.
• Sound knowledge of fluid power (hydraulics and pneumatics) and mechanical alignment techniques.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in tight, confined spaces
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively within a safety-focused team.

Responsibilities

• Execute overhaul, fault diagnosis, repair, and precision reassembly of mechanical systems, including pumps, valves, hydraulic power packs, actuators, and diesel engine components.
• Conduct precision machining, alignment, pipefitting, and component fitting to strict engineering tolerances and quality standards.
• Interpret complex engineering drawings, hydraulic schematics, and technical work packs.
• Complete documentation, inspect components, and fill out Maintenance Control Records (MCRs) in accordance with quality management guidelines.
• Maintain compliance with stringent safety protocols, environmental practices, and standard operating procedures within a industrial/maritime environment.

Skills

Mechanical problem-solving

Safety-conscious

Communication

Education

Cert III in Engineering - Mechanical Trade

Job description

We are seeking trade-qualified Mechanical Fitters. In this role, you will undertake high-precision mechanical fitting, maintenance, overhaul, and testing on critical mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Execute overhaul, fault diagnosis, repair, and precision reassembly of mechanical systems, including pumps, valves, hydraulic power packs, actuators, and diesel engine components.
• Conduct precision machining, alignment, pipefitting, and component fitting to strict engineering tolerances and quality standards.
• Interpret complex engineering drawings, hydraulic schematics, and technical work packs.
• Complete documentation, inspect components, and fill out Maintenance Control Records (MCRs) in accordance with quality management guidelines.
• Maintain compliance with stringent safety protocols, environmental practices, and standard operating procedures within a industrial/maritime environment.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will bring strong mechanical problem-solving skills, a commitment to workplace safety, and a focus on precision craftsmanship.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Trade Qualification: Cert III in Engineering - Mechanical Trade (Fitting & Turning / Mechanical Fitter) or equivalent.
• Proven fitting, overhaul, and machining experience in a heavy industry, marine, defence, manufacturing, or mining environment.
• Sound knowledge of fluid power (hydraulics and pneumatics) and mechanical alignment techniques.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in tight, confined spaces
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively within a safety-focused team.

Security Clearance & Eligibility Requirements

• Citizenship: Must be an Australian Citizen.
• Security Clearance: Must hold, or have the ability to obtain and maintain, an Australian Defence Security Clearance.
• Background Check: Ability to clear a National Police Check and pre-employment medical assessment.