Mechanical Fitter - Maintenance & Projects (Alumina)

UGL; Portland; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

UGL is seeking skilled Mechanical Fitters to support maintenance and project works across an Alumina Smelter. You will perform mechanical repairs, inspections and preventative maintenance to ensure safe, reliable operation.

Join a multidisciplinary team, execute breakdown support, planned maintenance and shutdown activities while upholding safety standards and quality workmanship in a fast-paced processing plant.

Qualifications

• Trade qualified Mechanical Fitter or equivalent.
• Experience in mining, minerals processing, bauxite/alumina, or heavy industrial environments.
• Strong technical ability across pumps, conveyors, gearboxes, crushers, hydraulic systems and rotating equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, specifications and work instructions.
• Strong commitment to safety, teamwork and delivering high quality workmanship.
• Ability to work in a fast paced operational plant environment with competing priorities.
• Tickets such as Working at Heights, Confined Space or EWP are advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Perform mechanical maintenance, repairs and fault finding on fixed plant equipment.
• Conduct inspections, lubrication, alignment, replacement of components and general servicing.
• Support shutdowns, project works and preventative maintenance programs.
• Work safely in operational processing environments following all permits and procedures.
• Diagnose mechanical issues and recommend corrective actions to minimise downtime.
• Collaborate with supervisors, trades and operations teams to maintain plant reliability.
• Ensure all work is completed to quality, safety and compliance standards.

Skills

Mechanical fitter

Reading technical drawings

Safety focus

Education

Trade qualification

Job description

UGL is seeking skilled Mechanical Fitters to support maintenance and project works across an Alumina Smelter. You will perform mechanical repairs, inspections and preventative maintenance to ensure safe, reliable operation.

Join a multidisciplinary team, execute breakdown support, planned maintenance and shutdown activities while upholding safety standards and quality workmanship in a fast-paced processing plant.