Mechanical Fitter (National Glass QLD) FULL TIME POSITION

Bradnam's Windows and Doors; City of Brisbane; On-site; AUD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading glass manufacturer is seeking a Mechanical Fitter for their Brisbane location. In this role, you will perform routine and breakdown maintenance on glass manufacturing equipment, ensuring reliable operations and minimal downtime. The position offers a competitive salary of $47 - $48 per hour plus superannuation and guaranteed overtime. The ideal candidate will exhibit a strong mechanical aptitude, a collaborative spirit, and a commitment to safety standards. Join a company dedicated to employee development and job security.

Benefits

Guaranteed overtime

Job security

Opportunities for development and career growth

Qualifications

• Experience with mechanical systems and maintenance.
• Ability to record maintenance activities accurately.
• Familiarity with safety and quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Carry out maintenance on glass manufacturing equipment.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical systems.
• Maintain documentation of all maintenance activities.
• Collaborate with production teams for urgent repairs.

Skills

Diagnosing faults

Troubleshooting issues

Preventative maintenance

Team collaboration

Tools

Computerised Maintenance Management System (CMMS)

Job description

About The Role

National Glass are pleased to offer positions for a Mechanical Fitter available at our Geebung Location.

Company Benefits

• $47 - $48 + Superannuation Depending on Candidates Experience
• Guarenteed 2 hours overtime per week as a minimum
• Job Security with a family company
• Opportunities for development and career growth within Bradnams Group

The Mechanical Fitter will undertake a variety of manufacturing duties, including but not limited to :

• Carry out routine, preventative, and breakdown maintenance on glass manufacturing equipment to ensure safe and reliable operations.
• Diagnose faults, troubleshoot issues, and perform repairs on mechanical systems including conveyors, cutting lines, furnaces, and handling machinery.
• Complete work in accordance with maintenance schedules to minimise downtime and maximise plant availability.
• Accurately record all maintenance activities in the Computerised Maintenance Management System (CMMS).
• Follow safe work procedures, company policies, and quality standards in all tasks.
• Collaborate with production teams to prioritise urgent repairs and coordinate planned maintenance activities.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives by identifying recurring issues and suggesting enhancements to preventative maintenance programs.

About Us

National Glass is Australia’s leading wholesale supplier of flat glass building products. Its capabilities and processes include toughening, heat soaking, custom laminating, ceramic ink digital printing and insulated glass units along with advanced cutting, edgework and CNC processing.

Beginning operations in 1989, National Glass now manufactures from a state of the art 15,000 sm2 manufacturing facility in Brisbane and 5,000 sm2 facility in Townsville, supplying QLD, NT, Northern NSW and greater Sydney metro markets. Glass products are marketed under the following trade names providing solutions for energy efficiency, noise control, strength, safety and decorative applications;

• Acousta™ Laminated
• Duo Plus ™ IGU (insulated glass units)
• Duo Ultra ™ High Performance IGU
• ImageTek™ Digital Printed Glass
• SOL-R™ Low-E Coated Glass
• SOL-XT™ High Performance Low-E Coated Glass

Stormsafe Cyclone Resistant Glass Systems

A large range of glass stock types are available including clear, tinted, low-iron (Extra Clear), low-E, reflective, laminated, acid etched, silvered or mirrored glass and patterned glass.

The Bradnam’s Group is an equal opportunity and anti-discrimination employer committed to providing a working environment that values inclusion and diversity.

Our recruitment process includes pre-employment medical assessments. All applicants will be asked to provide evidence of their legal Working Rights within Australia.

Qualifications

To be successful in this role you’ll exhibit a positive, self-motivated attitude and enjoy collaborating with a team to ensure desired commercial outcomes.

Apply today, as your new team is getting ready to welcome you!