Mechanical/Hydraulic Fitter

_{05th November, 2026}

Role Overview
Trade-qualified Mechanical Fitter required for a predominantly autonomous role involving the inspection, dismantling, assembly, diagnosis and repair of heavy equipment and components, including tyre handlers, rock breakers and hydraulic cylinders.
The client is willing to train the right candidate in aspects of the role. Extensive experience across all equipment types is not essential, provided the candidate has sound mechanical fundamentals, a positive attitude and a willingness to learn.
Newly qualified or less experienced fitters with the right mechanical ability, attitude and approach to work may also be considered.
Key Responsibilities

• Assemble, dismantle, inspect and repair mechanical equipment and components.
• Carry out heavy equipment maintenance and hydraulic cylinder repairs.
• Diagnose faults and identify repair requirements.
• Conduct strip and check inspections on equipment, including tyre handlers and rock breakers.
• Complete strip and check checklists and accurately report equipment condition.
• Measure components accurately using both imperial and metric measurements.
• Assess component dimensions against required measurements, tolerances and specifications.
• Maintain accurate inspection records and a high standard of workmanship.
• Work autonomously while maintaining attention to detail and safe work practices.
• Perform repetitive physical tasks associated with dismantling, inspection, assembly and repair.

Essential Requirements

• Relevant mechanical trade qualification.
• Previous experience assembling and repairing equipment.
• Sound diagnostic and fault-finding skills.
• Good understanding of heavy equipment maintenance and hydraulic cylinder repair.
• Excellent measurement skills, with the ability to accurately measure and interpret dimensions in both imperial and metric units. This is a critical requirement.
• Current forklift ticket.
• Good physical fitness and ability to perform repetitive tasks.
• Ability to work autonomously, demonstrate initiative and maintain attention to detail.
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn.

Desirable Experience

• Previous experience repairing and maintaining rock breakers is advantageous but not essential.

Additional Information

• Long-term placement.
• Saturday work is optional and subject to availability.
• Training can be provided to the right candidate.
• Extensive experience across every aspect of the role is not essential.