- Randstad is delighted to partner with one of Australia’s leading defence primes, BAE Systems, who are recruiting experienced Mechanical Fitters for major naval shipbuilding programs in Osborne, SA. BenefitsCompetitive starting wage of $44.81 an hour9 day fortnightsIndustry leading equipmentAccess to knowledgeable & experienced team membersDutiesYou will be working in the most advanced and modern shipbuilding hub in Australia, constructing world-class navalRandstad is delighted to partner with one of Australia’s leading defence primes, BAE Systems, who are recruiting experienced Mechanical Fitters for major naval shipbuilding programs in Osborne, SA. BenefitsCompetitive starting wage of $44.81 an hour9 day fortnightsIndustry leading equipmentAccess to knowledgeable & experienced team membersDutiesYou will be working in the most advanced and modern shipbuilding hub in Australia, constructing world-class naval
- Are you an Australian Qualified Cert III Mechanical Fitter looking for a stable role with excellent work-life balance and growth potential? Join our expanding team at a leading production company in Wollert!This is a fantastic opportunity for a dedicated Mechanical Fitter to join our night shift team on a unique 4-days-on, 4-days-off roster, offering work-life balance so that you can focus on the things that really matterThe Opportunity:Due to continued gAre you an Australian Qualified Cert III Mechanical Fitter looking for a stable role with excellent work-life balance and growth potential? Join our expanding team at a leading production company in Wollert!This is a fantastic opportunity for a dedicated Mechanical Fitter to join our night shift team on a unique 4-days-on, 4-days-off roster, offering work-life balance so that you can focus on the things that really matterThe Opportunity:Due to continued g
- Randstad Recruitment are currently looking for Mechanical Fitters for an ASAP StartLocation: HendersonPay rate: $71.10/hour + penalties + allowancesRole Type: Casual until 19th December 2025 Hours: 9 day fortnight (76 hours a fortnight - Monday to Friday, every other Friday off) + Occasional overtimeStart: ASAP - pending medicals and induction completionIf you are interested in applying, please see the requirements below Be an Australian Citizen (for securRandstad Recruitment are currently looking for Mechanical Fitters for an ASAP StartLocation: HendersonPay rate: $71.10/hour + penalties + allowancesRole Type: Casual until 19th December 2025 Hours: 9 day fortnight (76 hours a fortnight - Monday to Friday, every other Friday off) + Occasional overtimeStart: ASAP - pending medicals and induction completionIf you are interested in applying, please see the requirements below Be an Australian Citizen (for secur
- Assignment benefitsWeekly payCompetitive pay ratesPotential temporary to permanent opportunity pending performance in roleClean working environment Inclusive teamWork HoursMonday: 7:00am – 3:30pmTuesday–Friday: 7:00am – 3:00pmNote: Shift times may vary depending on operational needs.What You’ll Be DoingMaintaining moulding machines and related equipment to ensure maximum output.Diagnosing and repairing machinery during breakdowns.Performing preventive mainAssignment benefitsWeekly payCompetitive pay ratesPotential temporary to permanent opportunity pending performance in roleClean working environment Inclusive teamWork HoursMonday: 7:00am – 3:30pmTuesday–Friday: 7:00am – 3:00pmNote: Shift times may vary depending on operational needs.What You’ll Be DoingMaintaining moulding machines and related equipment to ensure maximum output.Diagnosing and repairing machinery during breakdowns.Performing preventive main
- This is a fantastic opportunity to join a big and well-established business that's a true leader in the plant equipment sector across Australia. Specializing in the repair, maintenance, sales, and hire of all types of plant equipment, this highly experienced company is renowned for its "can-do" attitude and ability to deliver excellent, cost-effective, and even custom-designed solutions to clients nationwide.As the business continues its impressive growthThis is a fantastic opportunity to join a big and well-established business that's a true leader in the plant equipment sector across Australia. Specializing in the repair, maintenance, sales, and hire of all types of plant equipment, this highly experienced company is renowned for its "can-do" attitude and ability to deliver excellent, cost-effective, and even custom-designed solutions to clients nationwide.As the business continues its impressive growth
- Randstad is currently seeking experienced Mechanical Fitters for a short-term contract based in Hobart. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a dynamic project involving on-site mechanical fitting on a vessel. This project starts on the 18th June and will provide you will ongoing fitting work for the next 3 months based here in Hobart. Key Responsibilities:Assist with mechanical fitting work on a marine vesselInstallation, alignment, and assembly oRandstad is currently seeking experienced Mechanical Fitters for a short-term contract based in Hobart. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a dynamic project involving on-site mechanical fitting on a vessel. This project starts on the 18th June and will provide you will ongoing fitting work for the next 3 months based here in Hobart. Key Responsibilities:Assist with mechanical fitting work on a marine vesselInstallation, alignment, and assembly o
- Our client, operating from a modern workshop in Lake Macquarie, is a well-established provider of OEM manufacturing solutions and overhauls for the mining industry. Their expertise spans a range of engineering services, including mechanical, hydraulic, design, and fabrication. To support their growing volume of work, we are seeking 2 x skilled Mechanical Tradespeople for their workshop.What’s involved?Overhaul and repair of mobile Diesel equipment HydrauliOur client, operating from a modern workshop in Lake Macquarie, is a well-established provider of OEM manufacturing solutions and overhauls for the mining industry. Their expertise spans a range of engineering services, including mechanical, hydraulic, design, and fabrication. To support their growing volume of work, we are seeking 2 x skilled Mechanical Tradespeople for their workshop.What’s involved?Overhaul and repair of mobile Diesel equipment Hydrauli
- Are you a skilled trade-qualified Mechanical Fitter looking for your next challenge? We’re seeking a motivated and experienced professional to join a dynamic engineering workshop.Key qualifications and experience:Proven experience in industrial gearbox and pump refurbishmentGeneral machining skillsTrade qualifications in Fitting and MachiningWhat we offer:Fantastic Annual Salary Work in a modern, fully equipped workshop featuring the latest CNC equipmentOpAre you a skilled trade-qualified Mechanical Fitter looking for your next challenge? We’re seeking a motivated and experienced professional to join a dynamic engineering workshop.Key qualifications and experience:Proven experience in industrial gearbox and pump refurbishmentGeneral machining skillsTrade qualifications in Fitting and MachiningWhat we offer:Fantastic Annual Salary Work in a modern, fully equipped workshop featuring the latest CNC equipmentOp
- Mechanical Fitter / Diesel Mechanic /Trade Assistant (Part-Time – Saturdays Only)Location: Nuriootpa, SA$48 -$55 p/h rate Are you mechanically minded and looking for part-time weekend work? Our client in Nuriootpa is currently seeking a Mechanical Fitter or Diesel Mechanic to join their maintenance team. This role is part-time, with work available on Saturdays only – ideal for someone looking to supplement their income or stay hands-on in the industry withMechanical Fitter / Diesel Mechanic /Trade Assistant (Part-Time – Saturdays Only)Location: Nuriootpa, SA$48 -$55 p/h rate Are you mechanically minded and looking for part-time weekend work? Our client in Nuriootpa is currently seeking a Mechanical Fitter or Diesel Mechanic to join their maintenance team. This role is part-time, with work available on Saturdays only – ideal for someone looking to supplement their income or stay hands-on in the industry with
- Randstad are looking for a skilled Service Technician looking for a stable, long-term role with a growing, family-friendly company. This company is expanding our operations and are seeking a dedicated individual to join the team, servicing a diverse range of plant equipment including compactors, conveyors and other essential machinery.This is a permanent, full-time position offering excellent work-life balance with a consistent 7 AM to 3 PM schedule. For tRandstad are looking for a skilled Service Technician looking for a stable, long-term role with a growing, family-friendly company. This company is expanding our operations and are seeking a dedicated individual to join the team, servicing a diverse range of plant equipment including compactors, conveyors and other essential machinery.This is a permanent, full-time position offering excellent work-life balance with a consistent 7 AM to 3 PM schedule. For t
- We’re partnering with a leading industrial services and fabrication company in Smithfield, seeking a skilled Mechanical Technician/Fitter to join their team. This is a hands-on role for someone confident in welding and reading plans to bring projects to life.What’s on offer:💰 $55/hr casual rate🕖 7am–3pm, Monday to Friday (Full-time hours)🔁 Temp to perm opportunity 💼 Immediate start available🧰 Optional overtime + occasional Saturdays📍 Smithfield locatWe’re partnering with a leading industrial services and fabrication company in Smithfield, seeking a skilled Mechanical Technician/Fitter to join their team. This is a hands-on role for someone confident in welding and reading plans to bring projects to life.What’s on offer:💰 $55/hr casual rate🕖 7am–3pm, Monday to Friday (Full-time hours)🔁 Temp to perm opportunity 💼 Immediate start available🧰 Optional overtime + occasional Saturdays📍 Smithfield locat
- Mechanical Fitters/Boilermakers/Pipe Fitters/Trade AssistantsSite Based Construction Work at Kemps Creek and Castle HillAbout the Role:We are seeking experienced Mechanical Fitters, Boilermakers, Pipe Fitters and or Trade Assistants to join a dynamic team on two seperate projects at Kemps Creek and Castle Hill. This is a site-based role where precision and attention to detail are essential.The ideal candidates will have a background in Water Treatment andMechanical Fitters/Boilermakers/Pipe Fitters/Trade AssistantsSite Based Construction Work at Kemps Creek and Castle HillAbout the Role:We are seeking experienced Mechanical Fitters, Boilermakers, Pipe Fitters and or Trade Assistants to join a dynamic team on two seperate projects at Kemps Creek and Castle Hill. This is a site-based role where precision and attention to detail are essential.The ideal candidates will have a background in Water Treatment and
- Location is Sellicks Beach, SAOngoing Temp contract to go Perm $41.00 p/h plus Super + OT Overtime hours on offerMechanically minded We have an opportunity for a dedicated and experienced Quarry Operator to join our client at Sellicks Beach. This role involves working the afternoon shift, offering a $41 p/h + overtime. We are looking for operators experienced in operating fix plant machines and other mobile plant machines. Your responsibilities will incluLocation is Sellicks Beach, SAOngoing Temp contract to go Perm $41.00 p/h plus Super + OT Overtime hours on offerMechanically minded We have an opportunity for a dedicated and experienced Quarry Operator to join our client at Sellicks Beach. This role involves working the afternoon shift, offering a $41 p/h + overtime. We are looking for operators experienced in operating fix plant machines and other mobile plant machines. Your responsibilities will inclu
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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?
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how to apply for mechanical fitter jobs
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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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