Mechanical fitter

Rangedale; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vehicle provided

Tools provided

PPE provided

Job summary

Rangedale is seeking a Mechanical Fitter to join our Altona North team. The role focuses on maintenance of rotating equipment and process plant components across oil & gas, water, and manufacturing contexts.

You will perform preventive and corrective maintenance, equipment installation, alignment, and welding, with CMMS documentation and reporting to operations. A solid foundation in mechanical trades and on-site teamwork is essential.

Qualifications

• Certificate III in Engineering (Mechanical Trade) is the minimum qualification required.
• Experience with CMMS systems (e.g., Oracle, SAP, Maximo) is preferred.
• Ability to interpret P&IDs and mechanical drawings.
• Strong fault-finding and troubleshooting capabilities.
• Good reporting and communication skills with operations.

Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled/preventative and corrective maintenance on rotating equipment (pumps, motors, gearboxes, aerators, fans).
• Install/overhaul pumps, motors, fans, and alignment of machinery.
• Maintain and troubleshoot gearboxes; bearings, seals, and lubrication practices.
• Repair pipework and perform pipe flange alignment; understand pipe strain.
• Work with pneumatic and hydraulic systems; assist with fabrication/welding (MIG/TIG/ARC).
• Analyze failures, conduct root cause analysis and document findings.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Root cause analysis

P&ID interpretation

CMMS usage

Hydraulic systems

Welding

Education

Certificate III in Engineering (Mechanical Trade)

Tools

CMMS

Job description

Rangedale is a service provider within the Construction, Infrastructure, Waste & Civil sectors across Australia.We are based in Altona North and are seeking a Mechanical Fitter to join our dynamic team.

Why join Rangedale – Now is the time to be part of something great.

EBA rates and allowances

Job stability – Full-Time Position

Vehicle, tools and PPE provided

A team built on trust, high standards, and job ownership

Strong team of skilled tradespeople to support you

We require the Mechanical fitter to be able to deliver the following:

Process Plant experience - preferably Oil and Gas / F&B / Pharmaceuticals / Mining

Perform Scheduled/Preventative and corrective maintenance on rotating equipment (pumps, motors, gearboxes, aerators, fans, etc)

Pump, motor, fan, aerator installation, overhaul and alignment

Gearbox maintenance, overhaul and troubleshooting

Bearing replacement and lubrication practices

Mechanical seals, gland packing and seal systems

Couplings, drive systems and belt drives

Valve maintenance (butterfly, gate, knife gate, ball, actuated valves)

Pipework repairs and modifications

Pipe / flange alignment techniques, understanding of pipe strain

Pneumatic and hydraulic systems

Fabrication & welding experience- MIG/TIG/ARC

Fault Finding & Reliability

Root cause analysis of equipment failures

Vibration and condition monitoring awareness

Interpreting mechanical drawings and P&IDs

Diagnosing failures in pumps, mixers, blowers and conveyors, and pipe strain

Experience with CMMS systems (e.g. Oracle, SAP, Maximo)

Ability to communicate and good reporting skills to operations/team members.

Details of permit status

Safety & Compliance Skills

Open Process Equipment competency

Confined Space Entry awareness

Working at Heights awareness

Permit to Work systems

Isolation planning and verification

Hazard identification and risk assessment

Understanding of regulated/compliance maintenance

Water Industry Equipment Experience with:

Centrifugal pumps

Progressive cavity pumps

Screw conveyors

Aeration blowers

Screens and grit handling equipment

UV treatment systems

Pressure vessels and filtration systems

Personal Attributes

Can work through complex equipment issues methodically

Doesn't rely on others to find solutions

Makes sound decisions under pressure

Proactive

Identifies issues before they become failures

Seeks opportunities to improve reliability

Takes ownership of plant performance

Team Player

Works effectively with supervisors, electricians, operators and contractors

Communicates clearly during breakdowns and shutdowns

Shares knowledge with others

Organized

Completes work orders accurately

Attaches service reports and documentation

Plans work efficiently

Adaptable

Comfortable working across multiple sites

Can respond to reactive breakdowns while maintaining planned maintenance commitments

Learns new equipment and technologies quickly

Qualifications & Certifications

Certificate III in Engineering (Mechanical Trade) minimum

Computer skills for CMMS and mobile work management