Mechanical Fitter

2XM; Sydney; On-site; AUD 58,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Referral bonus

Training provided

Tools provided

Modern maintenance facility

Safety culture

Career progression

Stable employer

Public transport access

Job summary

2XM is seeking a Mechanical Fitter in Sydney for a day shift (7:00am - 3:30pm). You will service, overhaul and refurbish rail components in a dedicated Western Sydney workshop, with full tooling and training provided.

The role offers permanent or casual opportunities, overtime at penalty rates, and an enterprise agreement. Ideal candidates have practical mechanical experience, the ability to read drawings and document quality checks.

Qualifications

• Practical mechanical experience within manufacturing or heavy industry.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings and complete quality documentation.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Disassembly, inspection, fault diagnosis and reassembly of mechanical rail components.
• Overhaul, repair and testing of air compressors, brake calipers, pantographs, valves and associated equipment.
• Complete quality inspections, testing and documentation.
• Maintain high housekeeping, safety and quality standards.
• Support workshop production schedules and customer delivery requirements.

Skills

Mechanical experience

Interpret drawings

Quality documentation

Attention to detail

Education

C10 Australian Mechanical Trade Certification Level 3

C11 Overseas Mechanical Trade Qualification

C12 Partial completion of Australian Mechanical Trade

Tools

Tools provided

Job description

• Monday - Friday | Day Shift | 7:00am - 3:30pm
• Earn up to $56.44/hr Casual or $42.89/hr Permanent + Overtime + RDO Accrual

Mechanical Fitter

• Monday - Friday | Day Shift | 7:00am - 3:30pm
• Earn up to $56.44/hr Casual or $42.89/hr Permanent + Overtime + RDO Accrual

Company Overview

Our valued rail services client is a 125-year-old global engineering leader, recognised worldwide as the gold standard in the design, manufacture and servicing of critical rail components and systems.

Operating from a purpose-built, state-of-the-art workshop in Western Sydney, you'll work with industry-leading equipment, receive comprehensive product and tooling training, and enjoy excellent working conditions within a business renowned for its outstanding safety culture.

This organisation offers genuine long-term career security, with exceptionally low staff turnover and many employees celebrating 20 to 40+ years of service.

The Role

Working from a dedicated workshop bench, you'll service, overhaul and refurbish critical rail components through the complete repair process, including:

• Disassembly, inspection, fault diagnosis and reassembly of mechanical rail components.
• Overhaul, repair and testing of air compressors, brake calipers, pantographs, valves and associated equipment.
• Complete quality inspections, testing and documentation.
• Use precision measuring equipment together with hand, pneumatic and power tools.
• Identify component defects and recommend continuous improvement opportunities.
• Maintain high housekeeping, safety and quality standards.
• Support workshop production schedules and customer delivery requirements.

What's on Offer?

• Monday-Friday Day Shift (7:00am-3:30pm)
• Permanent and Casual opportunities available
• Overtime paid at applicable penalty rates
• Enterprise Agreement conditions
• RDO Accrual or payout options

Classification & Pay Rates

Classification:
C10:
Permanent=$42.89/hr
Casual=$56.44/hr
C11:
Permanent=$40.08/hr
Casual=$52.74/hr
C12:
Permanent=$37.26/hr
Casual=$49.03/hr

In Addition You'll Receive

• Referral bonus scheme.
• Ongoing career development and manufacturer product training.
• Full tooling and equipment provided.
• Work within a modern, purpose-built maintenance facility.
• Excellent working conditions and strong safety culture.
• Genuine long-term career progression.
• Stable employer with exceptional staff retention.
• Convenient Western Sydney location close to public transport.

What You Need

• Practical mechanical experience within manufacturing, engineering, mining, heavy industry or automotive sectors.
• Experience dismantling, inspecting, repairing and rebuilding mechanical equipment.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings and complete quality documentation.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with excellent attention to detail.

• C10 - Australian Mechanical Trade Certification Level 3 or equivalent.
• C11 - Overseas Mechanical Trade Qualification or unlicensed Australian mechanical tradesperson.
• C12 - Partial completion of an Australian Mechanical Trade.

Highly regarded

• Rollingstock maintenance experience.
• Pneumatic, hydraulic or air compressor overhaul experience.
• LF Forklift Licence.
• RIW Card.
• Previous Leading Hand or Supervisory experience.

Pre-Employment Requirements

• Rail Category 3 Medical including Drug & Alcohol Screening.
• National Police Check.
• Full Australian working rights.

If you're looking to join one of the world's most respected engineering organisations offering excellent pay, outstanding working conditions and genuine long-term career opportunities, we'd love to hear from you.