Mechanical Fitter

Delta Power & Energy (Vales Point) Pty Ltd; Central Coast; On-site; AUD 76,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

9 day fortnight

Overtime available

Competitive salary 55–76 p/h

14% superannuation

EA benefits and leave options

Training and study assistance

Secondment opportunities

Employee Assistance Program

Close to home on Central Coast NSW

Job summary

Delta Power & Energy (Vales Point) Pty Ltd – Mannering Park NSW seeks an experienced Mechanical Fitter to join our Maintenance team at Vales Point Power Station. This permanent role delivers hands-on problem solving, safe practices, and opportunities to contribute to powering Australia.

You will lead small teams, mentor apprentices, manage work orders, and drive improvements to plant efficiency while upholding the highest safety standards.

Qualifications

• Certificate III in Engineering - Mechanical Trade required.
• Experience in heavy industry or power stations preferred.
• Proven track record in hands-on maintenance and reliability.
• Ability to mentor apprentices and lead small teams.
• Commitment to safety and quality in high-risk environments.

Responsibilities

• Perform high-quality maintenance on plant and equipment.
• Lead, mentor, and share knowledge with apprentices and team members.
• Collaborate with contract teams to ensure smooth operations.
• Develop and conduct risk assessments to maintain safety.
• Manage work orders in the WMS system from start to finish.
• Apply for and receive Permits to Work with the required certifications.
• Lead small teams and guide day-to-day tasks.
• Assess plant conditions and identify efficiency improvements.
• Review and improve maintenance processes for reliability.

Skills

Mechanical trade experience

Analytical problem-solving

Team mentoring

Safety consciousness

Strong communication

Adaptability

High-pressure reliability

Education

Certificate III in Engineering - Mechanical Trade

Job description

Delta Power & Energy (Vales Point) Pty Ltd – Mannering Park NSW

Permanent

24h ago , from Delta Power & Energy (Vales Point) Pty Ltd

At Delta, our purpose is to produce energy safely, reliably, and responsibly. We're committed to supporting Australia's energy needs today while transitioning to a more sustainable tomorrow. As we grow, we're looking for passionate people who share our values to join us.

Are you an experienced Mechanical Fitter ready for an exciting new opportunity? We're looking for someone like you to bring your hands-on problem-solving and technical know-how to our dynamic Maintenance team at Vales Point Power Station. You'll join a supportive team of seasoned professionals, tackling the challenges of maintaining and optimising large, complex plant systems and successfully completing outages. This is your opportunity to contribute to powering Australia whilst advancing your career!

What You'll Do

• Use your mechanical skills and trade qualifications to perform high-quality maintenance on plant and equipment.
• Lead, mentor, and share your knowledge with apprentices and other team members.
• Work closely with contract teams when needed, such as belt splicing professionals, to ensure smooth operations.
• Develop and conduct task-based risk assessments to keep safety at the forefront.
• Manage work orders in our WMS system from start to finish.
• Apply for and receive Permits to Work - you'll hold the necessary certifications for this.
• Lead small teams as needed and guide them through day-to-day tasks.
• Assess plant conditions, recommend improvements, and identify opportunities to enhance efficiency.
• Help review and improve our maintenance processes to ensure they're always running at their best.

What You'll Bring

• You must hold a Certificate III in Engineering - Mechanical Trade and have had the opportunity to hone your skills in real-world settings since completing your apprenticeship and obtaining your trade certificate
• Bring in-depth knowledge of modern power stations or other heavy industry and have an interest in working with large process plant
• Well‑developed analytical and problem‑solving capabilities, with a commitment to precision, accuracy and high‑quality work.
• A collaborative working style, demonstrating adaptability, sound judgement, and the ability to apply specialist expertise effectively.
• The capacity to perform reliably in high‑pressure situations, consistently delivering efficient, timely, and safe outcomes.
• A genuine commitment to team development, including the ability to mentor, guide, and support colleagues toward achieving shared objectives.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, enabling you to build positive relationships across all organisational levels.
• A strong dedication to safety, ensuring all tasks meet the highest standards of compliance, risk management, and operational integrity.

We Offer

• Enjoy a great work-life balance in a supportive and family friendly team environment
• Work a 9 day fortnight
• Enjoy the flexibility to take on overtime if you're interested
• Earn a competitive salary $55-$76 p/h plus an impressive 14% superannuation
• Benefit from organisation-wide bonus opportunities
• Access generous EA benefits and leave options, including additional personal leave, study leave and up to 18 weeks of paid parental leave for eligible employees
• Take advantage of ongoing training, leadership programs, study assistance and secondment opportunities
• Utilise our Employee Assistance Program for personal and professional support
• Enjoy working close to home on the beautiful Central Coast NSW
• Benefit from study, fitness, employee discounts and novated lease programs

Why Delta?

At Delta, our values guide everything we do:

CARE - We are committed to the safety and wellbeing of our people and the long-term success of our business. We foster a supportive and sustainable workplace where the quality of our work consistently meets high standards.

ACHIEVEMENT - We strive to meet and exceed goals, demonstrating success through results and performance.

RESPECT - We treat everyone with dignity, value diversity, and foster an environment of inclusion and mutual respect.

EMPOWERMENT - We give employees the autonomy, resources, and trust to make decisions and take ownership of their work.

Join us at Delta and be part of a purpose-driven organisation that's powering Australia's energy future.

For more about Delta, visit our website www.deltapae.com.au

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