Plant Mechanic / Fitter Mechanic

Programmed; Canberra; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly rates

Permanent, full-time

Mon-Fri day shifts

Overtime & penalties

Tool allowance

PPE provided

Buddy training

Ongoing training & career development

Employee discounts

Novated leasing options

Job summary

Programmed Skilled Workforce is partnering with a leading Australian equipment hire provider to recruit a trade-qualified Plant Mechanic / Fitter Mechanic for its workshop maintenance team in Fyshwick ACT. This full-time, permanent role offers day-shift hours and a focus on diesel-powered equipment and hydraulic systems.

You will work within an experienced maintenance team, servicing a diverse range of machinery, with generator and electrical work supported by contractors.

Qualifications

• A relevant mechanical trade qualification, such as Plant Mechanic, Diesel Mechanic, Heavy Vehicle Mechanic or Mechanical Fitter.
• Proven experience servicing and maintaining diesel-powered plant and hydraulic systems.
• Ability to work across a variety of machinery and equipment in a workshop setting.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance, scheduled servicing and repairs across hire equipment.
• Diagnose faults in diesel engines and hydraulic systems and execute repairs.
• Maintain plant equipment, scissor lifts, generators and related machinery.
• Record service work using the maintenance management system and assist with stock control.
• Collaborate with Leading Hand and workshop team to prioritise maintenance work.

Skills

Diesel engines

Hydraulic systems

Mechanical trade

Tools provided

Work safely

Education

Plant Mechanic trade qualification

Tools

Own tools

Tool allowance

Job description

Programmed Skilled Workforce is partnering with a leading Australian equipment hire provider to recruit a trade-qualified Plant Mechanic / Fitter Mechanic for its workshop maintenance team in Fyshwick ACT.

This established organisation specialises in equipment hire and rental solutions, supporting customers across construction, infrastructure, industrial and other sectors with a diverse range of machinery and equipment.

This is a full-time, workshop-based opportunity for a mechanically minded professional who enjoys variety and can confidently service, maintain, diagnose and repair different types of plant and hire equipment.

Working within an experienced maintenance team, you will primarily work with diesel-powered equipment and hydraulic systems, alongside a variety of machinery, access equipment, scissor lifts and generators. Generator work is focused on mechanical and engine maintenance, with electrical repairs managed by external contractors.

Hours: Monday to Friday, either 7:00am-3:00pm or 9:00am-5:00pm
Pay Rate: $40-$45 per hour + 12% superannuation, with up to $50 per hour considered for highly experienced candidates
Location: Fyshwick / Hume, ACT
Employment Type: Permanent, full-time

About the Role

Programmed Skilled Workforce is partnering with a leading Australian equipment hire provider to recruit a trade-qualified Plant Mechanic / Fitter Mechanic for its workshop maintenance team in Fyshwick ACT.

This established organisation specialises in equipment hire and rental solutions, supporting customers across construction, infrastructure, industrial and other sectors with a diverse range of machinery and equipment.

This is a full-time, workshop-based opportunity for a mechanically minded professional who enjoys variety and can confidently service, maintain, diagnose and repair different types of plant and hire equipment.

Working within an experienced maintenance team, you will primarily work with diesel-powered equipment and hydraulic systems, alongside a variety of machinery, access equipment, scissor lifts and generators. Generator work is focused on mechanical and engine maintenance, with electrical repairs managed by external contractors.

Hours: Monday to Friday, either 7:00am-3:00pm or 9:00am-5:00pm
Pay Rate: $40-$45 per hour + 12% superannuation, with up to $50 per hour considered for highly experienced candidates
Location: Fyshwick / Hume, ACT
Employment Type: Permanent, full-time

What You'll Be Doing

• Performing preventative maintenance, scheduled servicing, mechanical repairs and overhauls across a diverse range of hire equipment.

• Diagnosing mechanical faults and troubleshooting diesel engines, mechanical components and hydraulic systems.

• Servicing and maintaining plant equipment, scissor lifts, access equipment, generators and other hire machinery.

• Working predominantly with diesel engines, with some petrol-powered equipment.

• Identifying and repairing hydraulic faults, ensuring equipment operates safely and efficiently.

• Conducting equipment safety inspections and compliance checks in line with manufacturer requirements.

• Following maintenance procedures and ensuring equipment is safe, reliable and ready for hire.

• Recording service and repair information accurately using the company's maintenance management system.

• Assisting with spare parts identification, stock control and ordering where required.

• Working collaboratively with the Leading Hand and wider workshop team to manage maintenance priorities and minimise equipment downtime.

• Maintaining a clean, organised and safe workshop in accordance with workplace health and safety requirements.

This role offers plenty of variety. You'll need to be comfortable moving between different machines, engines and mechanical systems rather than working on the same type of equipment every day.

What We're Looking For

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• A relevant mechanical trade qualification, such as Plant Mechanic, Diesel Mechanic, Heavy Vehicle Mechanic or Mechanical Fitter.

• Demonstrated experience in mechanical servicing, preventative maintenance, fault-finding and repairs.

• Strong diesel engine experience, as the work is predominantly diesel-focused.

• Essential experience working with hydraulic systems.

• The ability to work across different types of machinery, plant equipment and mechanical systems.

• A sound understanding of workplace health and safety procedures and safe maintenance practices.

• The ability to prioritise work, troubleshoot problems and complete tasks within required timeframes.

• Good communication skills and the ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• Your own tools, with a tool allowance provided.

Light Vehicle Mechanics with at least five years of experience and some exposure to trucks or heavy vehicles may also be considered, provided they have the relevant transferable mechanical and hydraulic experience.

The following will be highly regarded:

• Previous experience working for an equipment hire or rental company.

• Experience with pneumatic systems.

• Welding, fabrication or boilermaking experience.

• A current MR or HR driver's licence, forklift licence or EWP ticket.

Candidates without these additional licences may still be considered, with the employer willing to support the successful candidate in obtaining relevant tickets within their first year.

What's on Offer?

• Competitive hourly rates of $40-$45 + 12% super, with up to $50 per hour available for highly experienced candidates.

• Permanent, full-time employment with an established Australian equipment hire business.

• Consistent Monday-to-Friday day shifts, with two available start and finish time options.

• Overtime and applicable penalty rates.

• Tool allowance, with your own tools required.

• Personal protective equipment provided.

• Initial buddy training over the first two to four weeks.

• Ongoing training and career development opportunities.

• Employee discounts, additional purchased leave and novated leasing options.

• The opportunity to work across a varied range of plant, machinery and hire equipment.

• A supportive workshop team with an experienced Leading Hand and technicians.

Pre-Employment Requirements

The successful applicant will be required to provide evidence of Australian working rights, relevant trade qualifications and two professional references.

Candidates progressing through the recruitment process will also be required to complete a pre-employment medical, drug and alcohol screening and police check. Ongoing drug and alcohol testing may also apply in accordance with company requirements.