Mechanical Service Technician (Fitter)

Ignite; Gladstone Regional; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering organization based in Gladstone Regional, Queensland, is seeking a Mechanical Maintenance Technician. This role focuses on performing planned, breakdown, and shutdown maintenance on fixed plant and heavy industrial equipment, ensuring operational continuity and asset availability. The ideal candidate should possess advanced mechanical maintenance skills and a strong understanding of fixed plant assets in heavy industry. A commitment to quality workmanship and attention to detail are essential for this role. Competitive remuneration and career development opportunities are offered.

Qualifications

• Advanced mechanical maintenance and fault-finding capability required.
• Strong knowledge of fixed plant assets in heavy industry environments essential.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills needed.

Responsibilities

• Perform planned, corrective, and breakdown maintenance on equipment.
• Service equipment in the workshop and travel to client sites as needed.
• Repair pumps, blowers, fans, and hydraulic systems.

Skills

Advanced mechanical maintenance capability

Fault-finding capability

Strong communication skills

Attention to detail

Knowledge of fixed plant assets

Tools

CMMS systems

Job description

Ignite has partnered with a leading engineering organisation to appoint a Mechanical Maintenance Technician. The role involves safely and efficiently carrying out planned, breakdown, and shutdown maintenance across fixed plant and heavy industrial environments, both in the workshop and on-site. This role supports asset availability and operational continuity through hands‑on mechanical maintenance and fault finding.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform planned, corrective, and breakdown maintenance on fixed plant and industrial equipment
• Prepare and service equipment in the workshop and travel to customer sites as required.
• Maintain and repair pumps (centrifugal & screw), blowers, fans, hydraulic and pneumatic systems
• Conduct shaft bearing removal/installation and precision alignment of motors, couplings, and shafts.
• Diagnose faults, inspect equipment, and implement corrective actions to minimize downtime
• Perform PSV inspection, removal, installation, and testing
• Execute valve, operator, and pressure equipment overhauls and diagnostics

Requirements

• Advanced mechanical maintenance and fault-finding capability
• Strong knowledge of fixed plant assets in heavy industry environments
• Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration skills
• High attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship
• Proficient in CMMS systems and maintenance documentationSafety-focused with strong risk awareness

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