Mechanical Fitter

ROLE – Mechanical Fitter
 
SALARY – $115,000 - $125,000 per annum, dependent on experience
 
TYPE – Permanent
 
LOCATION – Southwest Sydney, NSW
 
My client is a leading manufacturer of specialist products. They are looking for an experienced Mechanical Fitter to join their maintenance team in Southwest Sydney on a permanent basis.
 
The Mechanical Fitter will ideally have the following attributes:

• At least 3 years of experience working as a Mechanical Fitter, Mechanical Technician, Maintenance Engineer or similar
• Relevant mechanical trade qualification, such as Certificate III in Engineering – Mechanical Trade (Fitting and Machining)
• Previous experience working within a manufacturing, production, FMCG or industrial environment
• Strong mechanical fault-finding and diagnostic skills
• Experience carrying out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive breakdown repairs
• Strong knowledge of conveyors, pumps, gearboxes, bearings, motors, pneumatics and hydraulics
• Experience with mechanical installations, repairs, servicing and machinery modifications
• Able to read and interpret mechanical and engineering drawings
• Experience with welding, fabrication or machining would be advantageous
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and continuous improvement
• Good communication skills with the ability to work well in a collaborative environment

 
The Mechanical Fitter role will involve:

• Carrying out planned preventative maintenance across manufacturing equipment and site machinery
• Responding to equipment breakdowns and carrying out mechanical fault-finding and repairs
• Maintaining and repairing conveyors, pumps, gearboxes, bearings, motors, pneumatic and hydraulic systems
• Carrying out machinery installations, modifications and mechanical improvements
• Assisting with commissioning and installation
• Identifying recurring mechanical issues and supporting continuous improvement initiatives
• Completing maintenance records and ensuring accurate documentation is maintained
• Working closely with production teams to minimise downtime and maximise plant performance
• Working in accordance with relevant health and safety procedures

 
If you are interested in this position, please apply with an up to date CV as soon as possible.