Downer
Leading provider of integrated services across Australia and New Zealand, delivering infrastructure solutions.
Mechanical Fitter
Perform mechanical fitting, repairs and preventive maintenance for base services.
Job Highlights
About the Role
In this role the successful candidate will carry out mechanical fitting, repairs and routine machinery upkeep to support base‑specific PAS operations. They will also maintain plant, equipment and systems to required standards, delivering both responsive and preventative maintenance while applying trade expertise to sustain operational readiness and contribute to hazard and risk management. • Perform mechanical fitting, repairs, and minor machinery maintenance for base PAS activities. • Conduct preventive and corrective maintenance on mechanical plant and equipment. • Maintain equipment to standards and support a safe, compliant work environment.
Key Responsibilities
- ▸mechanical fitting
- ▸preventive maintenance
- ▸corrective maintenance
- ▸equipment maintenance
- ▸risk management
- ▸safety compliance
What You Bring
Applicants should have post‑trade experience in mechanical fitting or maintenance services, along with demonstrable skills in preventive and corrective maintenance of mechanical plant. Required credentials include a Certificate III in Engineering – Mechanical Trade, a current driver’s licence, and the ability to obtain a Defence Security Clearance (Australian citizenship is mandatory); confined‑space and White Card certifications are desirable. • Hold Certificate III in Engineering – Mechanical Trade and post‑trade mechanical fitting experience. • Possess Confined Space Entry and White Card certifications (desirable) and a valid driver’s licence. • Obtain and retain Defence Security Clearance (Australian citizenship required).
Requirements
- ▸certificate iii
- ▸mechanical fitting
- ▸confined space
- ▸white card
- ▸driver licence
- ▸defence clearance
Benefits
The organisation prides itself on a high‑performance culture that values diversity and inclusion, offering training and development pathways, an internal promotion rate of 30 %, and a range of perks such as healthcare discounts, retail and car purchase savings, and an Employee Assistance Program. As a WORK180 Endorsed Employer, Downer supports flexible working, inclusive leadership and equitable access to opportunities, and it actively welcomes applicants from under‑represented groups. • Benefit from training, career advancement, and internal recruitment (30% vacancies filled internally). • Access Perks@Downer including healthcare discounts, retail and car purchase savings.
Work Environment
Onsite