Mechanical Fitter

_{19th October, 2026}

Our client is a well-established construction materials manufacturer based in Wangara, operating a dry-mix manufacturing facility with a range of automated fixed plant and processing equipment.
 
Due to continued growth, they are seeking an experienced Mechanical Fitter to join their hands-on maintenance team. This is a great opportunity for a trade-qualified fitter looking for a Monday to Friday day-shift role.
 
The Role
Working within a team of approximately 40 people on site, you will be responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting and repairing fixed plant and associated mechanical equipment.
 
Your day-to-day responsibilities will include:

• Preventative and reactive maintenance of fixed plant and machinery
• Mechanical fault finding and breakdown maintenance
• Troubleshooting pneumatic systems and components
• Working with PLC-controlled equipment
• Identifying and rectifying mechanical issues to minimise downtime
• Completing general maintenance and repairs
• Carrying out minor fabrication and modification work as required
• Supporting the wider maintenance team to ensure equipment operates safely and efficiently
• Maintaining a safe and tidy work environment

About You
To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Australian-recognised Mechanical Fitter trade qualification
• Previous experience working with fixed plant or industrial machinery
• Strong mechanical fault-finding and troubleshooting skills
• Experience with pneumatic systems
• An understanding of PLC-controlled equipment
• Ability to work autonomously as well as part of a small team
• A practical, hands-on approach to maintenance
• Good communication and problem-solving skills
• A strong commitment to workplace health and safety

A Forklift Licence would be advantageous but is not essential.
 
What's on Offer?

• $60.00 per hour + super + penalties if work over 38 hours p/w
• Monday to Friday - 7:00am to 3:00pm
• Initially temp with the view for permanency (Negotiable salary)
• Convenient Wangara location - Free Parking
• Work within a small, supportive maintenance team
• Varied role across mechanical maintenance, fault finding and minor fabrication

If you feel as though you are well suited to this role - please click the "apply now" button or call Lochlan on 9474 9079.