Mechanical Fitter

We’re looking for a skilled Mechanical Fitter to join our team based at Rutherford, working on the maintenance, overhaul and repair of underground mining equipment.

This is a hands-on opportunity to apply your mechanical expertise in a workshop environment, working on equipment essential to underground mining operations. If you enjoy fault finding, solving mechanical challenges and delivering quality workmanship as part of a team, we’d love to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance, repairs and overhauls on underground mining equipment, ensuring work is completed safely and to a high standard.
• Inspect equipment, diagnose faults and identify effective repair solutions.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, hydraulic schematics and technical documentation.
• Safely operate workshop machinery, tools and equipment.
• Work collaboratively with the team to meet project deadlines and production requirements.
• Maintain a strong focus on workplace health and safety, quality and continuous improvement.

About You

• Trade qualification in Mechanical Fitting (Certificate III or equivalent).
• Experience in heavy industrial, mining or manufacturing environments.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with proven fault-finding and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and hydraulic schematics.
• Familiarity with underground mining equipment, particularly continuous miners, shuttle cars and associated components, will be highly regarded.
• Current C Class driver’s licence and reliable transport.
• A strong commitment to safety, quality and attention to detail.
• A team-focused approach with good communication skills.

What We Offer

At Ampcontrol, you’ll join a supportive team where your skills are valued and your development is encouraged. You’ll have access to modern equipment, opportunities to grow your career and a range of employee benefits, including:

• Flexible work arrangements to support work-life balance.
• Paid parental leave.
• Salary packaging options and purchased leave.
• Discounted private health insurance.
• Wellbeing programs and employee discounts.
• Education assistance and ongoing career development opportunities.

If you’re a motivated Mechanical Fitter who takes pride in quality workmanship and enjoys working on complex equipment, this is an opportunity to put your skills to work with Ampcontrol.

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