- Randstad are seeking a skilled service Mechanical Fitter to join a workshop based team. Experience in gearbox rebuilds, pumps and utilities is highly valued, but a strong workshop background is essential.What We’re Looking For:Recent, solid workshop experience (ex-FIFO considered).Australian Recognised Trade Certificate in Mechanical FitterOverhead crane and forklift experience advantageous but not required.Hydraulic experience highly regardedWater treatmeRandstad are seeking a skilled service Mechanical Fitter to join a workshop based team. Experience in gearbox rebuilds, pumps and utilities is highly valued, but a strong workshop background is essential.What We’re Looking For:Recent, solid workshop experience (ex-FIFO considered).Australian Recognised Trade Certificate in Mechanical FitterOverhead crane and forklift experience advantageous but not required.Hydraulic experience highly regardedWater treatme
- Forge Your Future with a Global Leader in Taree's Manufacturing Hub!About the Employer:Imagine being part of a truly international powerhouse! Our client stands as a multi-national leader in the metal manufacturing industry, driving innovation and excellence. Their state-of-the-art, 24/7 plant in the vibrant Taree region is now seeking a talented and dedicated full-time Shift Mechanical/Maintenance Fitter to become a vital member of their dynamic engineeriForge Your Future with a Global Leader in Taree's Manufacturing Hub!About the Employer:Imagine being part of a truly international powerhouse! Our client stands as a multi-national leader in the metal manufacturing industry, driving innovation and excellence. Their state-of-the-art, 24/7 plant in the vibrant Taree region is now seeking a talented and dedicated full-time Shift Mechanical/Maintenance Fitter to become a vital member of their dynamic engineeri
- Randstad Recruitment are currently looking for Mechanical Fitters for an ASAP StartLocation: HendersonPay rate: $63.68 + penaltiesRole Type: Casual 6 weeks work with opportunity for longer term Hours: Monday - Friday, 6am - 3pm with occasional overtime and Saturdays Start: ASAP - pending medicals and induction completionIf you are interested in applying, please see the requirements below Be an Australian Citizen (for security defence clearance)Trade QualifRandstad Recruitment are currently looking for Mechanical Fitters for an ASAP StartLocation: HendersonPay rate: $63.68 + penaltiesRole Type: Casual 6 weeks work with opportunity for longer term Hours: Monday - Friday, 6am - 3pm with occasional overtime and Saturdays Start: ASAP - pending medicals and induction completionIf you are interested in applying, please see the requirements below Be an Australian Citizen (for security defence clearance)Trade Qualif
- Our client is a global service provider to the mining and cement industries. Due to consistent projects forecasted, we are looking for a Mechanical Fitter for ongoing workshop work in Newcastle. For the right person this will have the potential to transition to a full time, permanent positionWhat’s involved?Overhauls of fixed plant, including but not limited to pumps, screens and valvesStrip, assess and rebuild projects in a large, workshop team environmenOur client is a global service provider to the mining and cement industries. Due to consistent projects forecasted, we are looking for a Mechanical Fitter for ongoing workshop work in Newcastle. For the right person this will have the potential to transition to a full time, permanent positionWhat’s involved?Overhauls of fixed plant, including but not limited to pumps, screens and valvesStrip, assess and rebuild projects in a large, workshop team environmen
- Mechanical Fitter – Townsville RegionWe are currently seeking a dedicated Mechanical Fitters to join our team in our Townsville workshop. As a key member of our workforce, you will play a vital role in maintaining and servicing machinery and equipment to ensure the smooth operation of our operations.Key Responsibilities:Perform mechanical fitting tasks, including maintenance, repairs, and assembly of machinery and equipment.Work as part of a team to compleMechanical Fitter – Townsville RegionWe are currently seeking a dedicated Mechanical Fitters to join our team in our Townsville workshop. As a key member of our workforce, you will play a vital role in maintaining and servicing machinery and equipment to ensure the smooth operation of our operations.Key Responsibilities:Perform mechanical fitting tasks, including maintenance, repairs, and assembly of machinery and equipment.Work as part of a team to comple
- About the Role: We’re seeking a qualified Mechanical Fitter to carry out maintenance, overhauls, and assembly work on a range of heavy industrial equipment. This is an exciting opportunity to work with a high-performing team in a clean and safety-focused workshop environment.What You’ll Be Doing:Perform mechanical fitting, maintenance, and overhaul of heavy machinery and componentsStrip, inspect, and reassemble mechanical components such as engines, transmAbout the Role: We’re seeking a qualified Mechanical Fitter to carry out maintenance, overhauls, and assembly work on a range of heavy industrial equipment. This is an exciting opportunity to work with a high-performing team in a clean and safety-focused workshop environment.What You’ll Be Doing:Perform mechanical fitting, maintenance, and overhaul of heavy machinery and componentsStrip, inspect, and reassemble mechanical components such as engines, transm
- Randstad Recruitment is looking for a Mechanical Fitter with previous Component rebuild experience for our client who is a specialise in Locomotive equipment. Location: KewdaleHours: Monday - Friday, 6am - 3pm, moving to a 9 day fortnight Duration: Ongoing - with strong opportunity for permanencyStart Date: ASAPRate:up to $60/hour + penaltiesRequirements:Trade qualification with at least 2 years previous experience working with component rebuildsWhite CardRandstad Recruitment is looking for a Mechanical Fitter with previous Component rebuild experience for our client who is a specialise in Locomotive equipment. Location: KewdaleHours: Monday - Friday, 6am - 3pm, moving to a 9 day fortnight Duration: Ongoing - with strong opportunity for permanencyStart Date: ASAPRate:up to $60/hour + penaltiesRequirements:Trade qualification with at least 2 years previous experience working with component rebuildsWhite Card
- About the Role:We are seeking skilled Mechanical Fitters to join a global leader in rail technology and locomotive manufacturing. This role involves assembling, maintaining, and repairing locomotives and rail components in a fast-paced and safety-focused environment.Key Responsibilities:Perform mechanical fitting, assembly, and maintenance on locomotives and rail equipment.Read and interpret technical drawings, schematics, and specifications.Diagnose and rAbout the Role:We are seeking skilled Mechanical Fitters to join a global leader in rail technology and locomotive manufacturing. This role involves assembling, maintaining, and repairing locomotives and rail components in a fast-paced and safety-focused environment.Key Responsibilities:Perform mechanical fitting, assembly, and maintenance on locomotives and rail equipment.Read and interpret technical drawings, schematics, and specifications.Diagnose and r
- Our client is a Leader in Mining Equipment Manufacturing and is a respected brand in the local market. We are looking for a Mechanical Fitter to support their peak workload in their hydraulic cylinder overhauls section and has the potential to transition into a full time permanent roleWhat’s Involved?Hydraulic Cylinder OverhaulStrip assess and rebuildGeneral fittingWorking both autonomously and as part of a teamWhat we’re looking for:Trade QualificationProOur client is a Leader in Mining Equipment Manufacturing and is a respected brand in the local market. We are looking for a Mechanical Fitter to support their peak workload in their hydraulic cylinder overhauls section and has the potential to transition into a full time permanent roleWhat’s Involved?Hydraulic Cylinder OverhaulStrip assess and rebuildGeneral fittingWorking both autonomously and as part of a teamWhat we’re looking for:Trade QualificationPro
- Are you an experienced Fitter & Turner looking for a challenging role in the Asphalt Production industry? We have an opportunity for an experienced Maintenance fitter to join the current team with the Brisbane City Council.About your new role – Maintenance Fitter:You will be working within the Brisbane City Council. Asphalt & Aggregates branch. You will be responsible for the repair, maintenance, and servicing of plant and equipment associated with the proAre you an experienced Fitter & Turner looking for a challenging role in the Asphalt Production industry? We have an opportunity for an experienced Maintenance fitter to join the current team with the Brisbane City Council.About your new role – Maintenance Fitter:You will be working within the Brisbane City Council. Asphalt & Aggregates branch. You will be responsible for the repair, maintenance, and servicing of plant and equipment associated with the pro
- Our client is a leading provider of transport maintenance services across Australia. Due to ongoing contracts, we are seeking multiple skilled Workshop Mechanical Fitters based in Newcastle.What’s Involved:Stripping and rebuilding mechanical components from the rail industryOperating a wide range of hand and power toolsCollaborating as part of a dynamic teamReading and interpreting technical drawingsWhat We’re Looking For:Trade Qualified Mechanical FitterOur client is a leading provider of transport maintenance services across Australia. Due to ongoing contracts, we are seeking multiple skilled Workshop Mechanical Fitters based in Newcastle.What’s Involved:Stripping and rebuilding mechanical components from the rail industryOperating a wide range of hand and power toolsCollaborating as part of a dynamic teamReading and interpreting technical drawingsWhat We’re Looking For:Trade Qualified Mechanical Fitter
- Calling All Skilled Trades! - Port Botany Shutdown - Excellent Rates!Are you a highly skilled and reliable Mechanical Fitter, Boilermaker, or Rigger looking for a short-term, high-earning opportunity?Randstad is seeking experienced and motivated tradespeople to join our team for a 4-day bi-annual maintenance shutdown at our clients chemical plant in Port Botany. This is your chance to contribute your expertise and earn excellent rates with significant overCalling All Skilled Trades! - Port Botany Shutdown - Excellent Rates!Are you a highly skilled and reliable Mechanical Fitter, Boilermaker, or Rigger looking for a short-term, high-earning opportunity?Randstad is seeking experienced and motivated tradespeople to join our team for a 4-day bi-annual maintenance shutdown at our clients chemical plant in Port Botany. This is your chance to contribute your expertise and earn excellent rates with significant over
- Mechanical Fitters/Boilermakers/Pipe Fitters – Site Based at Kemps Creek (Western Sydney Airport Project)Location: Kemps Creek, NSW Industry: Construction Position Type: Full-TimeAbout the Role:We are seeking experienced Mechanical Fitters, Boilermakers, and Pipe Fitters to join a dynamic team on the exciting new Western Sydney Airport project at Kemps Creek. This is a site-based role where precision and attention to detail are essential.The ideal candidatMechanical Fitters/Boilermakers/Pipe Fitters – Site Based at Kemps Creek (Western Sydney Airport Project)Location: Kemps Creek, NSW Industry: Construction Position Type: Full-TimeAbout the Role:We are seeking experienced Mechanical Fitters, Boilermakers, and Pipe Fitters to join a dynamic team on the exciting new Western Sydney Airport project at Kemps Creek. This is a site-based role where precision and attention to detail are essential.The ideal candidat
- Mechanical Fitters/Boilermakers/Pipe Fitters – Site Based at Kemps Creek (Western Sydney Airport Project)Location: Kemps Creek, NSW Industry: Construction Position Type: Full-TimeAbout the Role:We are seeking experienced Mechanical Fitters, Boilermakers, and Pipe Fitters to join a dynamic team on the exciting new Western Sydney Airport project at Kemps Creek. This is a site-based role where precision and attention to detail are essential.The ideal candidatMechanical Fitters/Boilermakers/Pipe Fitters – Site Based at Kemps Creek (Western Sydney Airport Project)Location: Kemps Creek, NSW Industry: Construction Position Type: Full-TimeAbout the Role:We are seeking experienced Mechanical Fitters, Boilermakers, and Pipe Fitters to join a dynamic team on the exciting new Western Sydney Airport project at Kemps Creek. This is a site-based role where precision and attention to detail are essential.The ideal candidat
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mechanical fitter jobs overview
On this page, you will find a list of our current mechanical fitter jobs and an overview of the typical responsibilities and expectations of a mechanical fitter. You can compare and filter relevant mechanical fitter positions based on specialism, location and salary to find your ideal job match.
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mechanical fitter jobs contract types
Mechanical fitter jobs are available in varied contract types. These include:
- mechanical fitter jobs - permanent: in a permanent position, you work as a mechanical fitter for the same company indefinitely. This gives you added job security.
- mechanical fitter jobs - contract: in a contract position, you work for a fixed duration stipulated in the employment agreement. This allows you to determine if you enjoy working as a mechanical fitter.
- mechanical fitter jobs - temporary: in a temporary position, you work for the same company short-term. You can build your experience in maintaining and repairing equipment.
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about mechanical fitter jobs
As a mechanical fitter, you assemble machine parts and equipment using the drawings and schematics provided. You fit the metallic parts of machines to create production equipment or machinery. Other duties involve performing scheduled maintenance and carrying out repairs or inspecting structures to ensure adherence to industrial legislation.
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how much does a mechanical fitter make in Australia?
You will find more information on the mechanical fitter salary on the mechanical fitter job profile page. You can also find the salary for each specific job shown here if you click on the description.
how to apply for mechanical fitter jobs
If you are ready to apply for a mechanical fitter job, take a look at our jobs list, filter to your preference and apply directly. If you require any further assistance applying for a role, feel free to contact your nearest Randstad office and a member of the team will be happy to point you in the right direction.
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how do I apply for a job as a mechanical fitter?
If you are interested in becoming a mechanical fitter, a university degree or an apprenticeship is a great place to begin. For information on the qualifications and relevant education needed for the role, see the ‘education and qualifications’ section of our mechanical fitter job profile.
To work as a mechanical fitter, find an apprenticeship or traineeship program as a mechanical engineering tradesperson. When you complete the apprenticeship, you receive a Certificate III in Engineering - Mechanical Trade. Depending on the industry, you may also need certifications in forklift operations or welding and fabrication.
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