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Mechanical Fitter | Team Leader

Frontline Construction Australia
Gawler Full-day Full-time

Description:

No need to apply.

Simply call SONIA for a confidential and friendly chat on 0405 234 458.

About the role

Reporting to the Mechanical Maintenance Supervisor you will be part of a team of mechanical trade persons working on automated high-volume production equipment. Based within the Engineering/Maintenance Team, you would undertake project work, day-to-day maintenance tasks, repairs, and services. When required you will also be the backup for the Mechanical Maintenance Supervisor.

The position is on dayshift, four days a week, (Monday - Thursday) 10 hours per shift with overtime on 5th day as required (typically 5 - 10 hours). On infrequent occasions, there may be a requirement to rotate into the nightshift maintenance fitter's role during periods of leave.


Key criteria required

  • Australian recognised Mechanical Trade qualifications
  • Able to lead and motivate technical personnel in day-to-day activities
  • Demonstrated experience in maintaining hydraulic and pneumatics systems
  • Ability to perform mechanical gearbox and pump rebuilds
  • General machining, fitting, and welding skills
  • Diagnosis and rectification of mechanical machinery issues


Skills and Experience

  • Experience in a demanding industrial/manufacturing environment.
  • 1-2 years experience in a similar supervisory role with strong leadership skills
  • Experience in the use of MEX or similar CMMS
  • Licence to perform High-Risk Work (Forklift Licence, EWP).
  • Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and schematics
  • Ability to build strong relationships with all internal departments
  • Physically fit, enthusiastic, great attitude, self-starter with an attention to detail
  • Possess the ability to work autonomously and use your initiative whilst being a key player in a successful maintenance team

Benefits and Perks


A positive, supportive team and a role offering independence and growth opportunities. A fast-paced and engaging work environment. Our client also has a safety-first approach. Ensuring their people are safe whilst on site is their number one priority. They achieve this by using the best equipment and constantly reviewing their processes.

  • Above award rates $110K + (incl overtime) / annum
  • Reasonable overtime with applicable penalty payments
  • Consistent planned workflow
  • Immediate start
  • Opportunities for career progression
  • Overalls supplied and dry-cleaned weekly
  • Onsite secure parking

Be rewarded with the opportunity for a long-term career in a rapidly growing company. Excellent work-life balance.

About the company

Our client is one of Australia's largest Independent Iron Foundry and a market leader in its industry sector, supplying Australian and global rail, automotive, and general engineering industries from its production plant in Wingfield, South Australia.

About us

Frontline Recruitment Group was established in 1995 and is made up of industry-specific verticals with specialist consultants working to help match great candidates with great career opportunities.

Frontline Recruitment Group is a "People First" business. This financial year we have placed 1970 people and counting.

Changing lives is what we love to do!

Apply now by clicking the apply button below, or for a confidential discussion, reach out to Sonia Federico at 0405 234 458 or via email at sfederico@frontlineconstruction.com.au . Explore more opportunities and find your next role on our website: www.frontlinerecruitmentgroup.com/construction.

Let's build something great together!

30 Apr 2025;   from: uworkin.com

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