Mechanical Fitter & Advanced Riggers

TAB Resources Pty Ltd; Appin; On-site; AUD 62,000 - 103,000; Full time

Job summary

TAB Resources Pty Ltd is seeking a mechanically skilled installer to support the installation and commissioning of plant equipment at mining and heavy industrial sites in NSW. You will interpret drawings, coordinate lifting, and guide trade assistants while upholding high safety and workmanship standards.

Role involves autonomous work, crane lift planning, and collaboration with site supervisors and client representatives. A strong safety culture and ability to pass medical testing are essential.

Qualifications

• Trade qualification in Mechanical Fitting or similar.
• High Risk Work Licence – Advanced Rigging (RI) required.
• Dogging Licence (DG) required.
• Demonstrated mechanical installation experience.
• Experience in mining, heavy industrial, power generation or process plants.
• Ability to read engineering drawings.
• Strong commitment to safety and quality.
• Valid Australian Driver's Licence.
• Able to pass O45 Medical and Drug & Alcohol testing.

Responsibilities

• Mechanical installation and alignment of plant and equipment.
• Structural steel erection and modification.
• Piping and ductwork installation.
• Advanced rigging and dogging activities.
• Coordination of crane lifts and lifting plans.
• Reading and interpreting engineering drawings and isometrics.
• Flange management, bolting and pipe fit-up.
• Assisting with commissioning and plant start-up activities.
• Maintaining site safety, quality and environmental standards.
• Working closely with site supervisors, project managers and client representatives

Skills

Mechanical installation

Reading drawings

Safety focus

Education

Trade qualification in Mechanical Fitting or similar

Tools

High Risk Work Licence – Advanced Rigging (RI)

Dogging Licence (DG)

Job description

You will be responsible for the installation and commissioning support of process plant equipment, structural steel, ducting and piping systems at operational mining and industrial sites. The successful candidate will be comfortable working autonomously, interpreting drawings, coordinating lifting activities and guiding trade assistants while maintaining the highest standards of safety and workmanship.

Key responsibilities

Mechanical installation and alignment of plant and equipment

Structural steel erection and modification

Piping and ductwork installation

Advanced rigging and dogging activities

Coordination of crane lifts and lifting plans

Reading and interpreting engineering drawings and isometrics

Flange management, bolting and pipe fit-up

Assisting with commissioning and plant start-up activities

Maintaining site safety, quality and environmental standards

Working closely with site supervisors, project managers and client representatives

About you

Trade Qualification in Mechanical Fitting or similar

High Risk Work Licence – Advanced Rigging (RI)

Dogging Licence (DG)

Demonstrated mechanical installation experience

Experience in mining, heavy industrial, power generation or process plant environments

Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings

Strong commitment to safety and quality

Valid Australian Driver's Licence

Ability to pass O45 Medical and Drug & Alcohol testing

Competitive hourly rates

Opportunity to work on innovative methane abatement and decarbonisation projects

Diverse work across mining, energy and heavy industry sectors

Supportive team environment

Opportunity to progress into leading hand and supervisory roles