Mechanical Fitter

Spectra Recruitment; Toowoomba Regional; On-site; AUD 96,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Accommodation provided

Living Away Allowance

Job summary

Spectra Recruitment is seeking experienced Mechanical Fitters for an upcoming shutdown at Beef City near Toowoomba. The role focuses on maintenance, fitting and shutdown tasks at a major meat processing facility, with a fixed 4–7 September window.

Candidates should hold a Mechanical Fitter trade qualification and have prior shutdown experience. Day and night shifts may be available, with site safety a priority and accommodation provided by the client.

Qualifications

• Trade-qualified Mechanical Fitter with shutdown experience.
• Available for the full shutdown duration (4–7 September).
• Proven maintenance and mechanical fitting skills.
• Ability to work safely in an industrial environment.

Responsibilities

• Carry out mechanical maintenance and shutdown works
• Inspect, repair, dismantle and reassemble mechanical equipment
• Complete preventative and corrective maintenance
• Follow site safety procedures and shutdown requirements
• Work effectively as part of a maintenance and shutdown team
• Pump installation tasks when required

Skills

Mechanical fitting

Shutdown experience

Maintenance skills

Education

Mechanical Fitter trade qualification

Tools

Pumps

Industrial maintenance tools

Job description

Mechanical Fitter – Shutdown Location: Beef City, Purrawunda QLD
Shutdown Dates: 4th–7th September
Pay Rate: $70/hr Days | $80/hr Nights
Living Away Allowance: $100 per day
Accommodation: Provided

About the Role Spectra Recruitment is currently seeking experienced, trade-qualified Mechanical Fitters to join an upcoming shutdown at a major meat processing facility in Beef City, near Toowoomba.

This is a short-term shutdown opportunity suited to Mechanical Fitters with strong maintenance, mechanical fitting and shutdown experience who are available for the full duration of the shutdown.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out mechanical maintenance and shutdown works
• Inspect, repair, dismantle and reassemble mechanical equipment
• Complete preventative and corrective maintenance
• Follow site safety procedures and shutdown requirements
• Work effectively as part of a maintenance and shutdown team

Mechanical Fitter – Shutdown Location: Beef City, Purrawunda QLD
Shutdown Dates: 4th–7th September
Pay Rate: $70/hr Days | $80/hr Nights
Living Away Allowance: $100 per day
Accommodation: Provided

About the Role Spectra Recruitment is currently seeking experienced, trade-qualified Mechanical Fitters to join an upcoming shutdown at a major meat processing facility in Beef City, near Toowoomba.

This is a short-term shutdown opportunity suited to Mechanical Fitters with strong maintenance, mechanical fitting and shutdown experience who are available for the full duration of the shutdown.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out mechanical maintenance and shutdown works
• Pump Installation
• Inspect, repair, dismantle and reassemble mechanical equipment
• Complete preventative and corrective maintenance
• Follow site safety procedures and shutdown requirements
• Work effectively as part of a maintenance and shutdown team

About You To be successful, you will have:

• Mechanical Fitter trade qualification
• Previous shutdown and maintenance experience
• Strong mechanical fitting skills
• Ability to work safely in an industrial environment
• Reliable transport and ability to attend site as required
• Availability for the full shutdown period: 4th–7th September
• Ability to work day and/or night shifts as required

Q Fever vaccination/immunity is desirable but not mandatory.

What’s on Offer

• $70/hr day shift
• $80/hr night shift
• $100 Living Away Allowance
• Accommodation provided
• Short-term shutdown opportunity with an established industrial client
• Potential for future shutdown opportunities through Spectra Recruitment