Senior Mechanical Fitter (Technician)

Company car, tools, PPE, and uniforms provided

Work with a global industry leader across multiple high-profile sectors

Profit-sharing scheme plus ongoing training and development

Located in Melbourne’s Northern suburbs

happy mechanical fitter pumps vacuums

About the employer

Our client is a global leader in engineering solutions for vacuum and pump systems, specialising in servicing, repairs, and overhauls across a wide range of industries. With over 40 years of experience, they support sectors including food and beverage, utilities and infrastructure, oil and gas, pharmaceuticals, and mining.

They take pride in delivering tailored solutions to every client, recognising that there’s no one-size-fits-all approach. Their dedication to quality, safety and exceptional service ensures every project exceeds expectations earning them a trusted reputation with clients across the industries they serve.

About the role

We are searching for a Senior Mechanical Fitter to join their team at their site in Melbourne’s northern suburbs where your hands-on experience and expertise to diagnose, refurbish, repair and maintain pump and vacuum products and systems both on-site and in-house, providing solutions and recommendations with confidence.

This is a full-time role with a company car, tools, full PPE and uniforms provided.

What’s great about this

  • Full-time role with a profit-sharing scheme

  • Company car, tools, PPE and uniforms provided

  • Professional development and regular training on branded products and equipment

  • Work for a highly reputable and industry leading employer

Duties

  • Assess, strip down and rebuild pumps and vacuum systems according to manufacturer’s specifications and quality standards.

  • Diagnose mechanical faults, troubleshoot issues, and test equipment to identify the cause of failure.

  • Perform preventative maintenance, overhauls, and repairs in-house and on client sites

  • Work on a variety of equipment including pumps, compressors, blowers, and vacuums (centrifugal, rotary vane, liquid ring, screw, diaphragm).

  • Provide technical guidance and advice to junior fitters, clients and the sales team.

  • Read and interpret technical drawings, schematics, and service manuals.

  • Ensure all work complies with WHS, HSEQ, and OHS standards.

  • Maintain accurate service records, audits and quality documentation.

About You

You are an experienced and professional Mechanical Fitter who takes pride in your workmanship and enjoys hands-on, technical problem solving. Your in-depth knowledge of pumps, vacuum systems, freeze dryers and rotating equipment gives you the confidence to tackle any challenge, completing tasks calmly, efficiently and to exceptional standard.

You bring:

  • 8+ years’ hands-on experience.

  • Experience in servicing equipment across multiple industries e.g. food and beverage, pharmaceutical, environmental services, oil and gas, automotive, manufacturing and mining.

  • Exceptional ability to identify and pinpoint equipment failure cause.

  • Skilled in communicating technical concepts without technical jargon.

  • A drive for continuous improvement and learning.

  • Ability to lead, mentor and train junior staff.

  • Flexibility to travel to client sites, with occasional interstate travel.

  • Valid driver’s license.

  • Understanding of ISO Standards 9001, 45001, 14001 desirable.

  • Restricted Electrical License (disconnect/connect) desirable.

Additional requirements:

  • Current Police Check, medical test, and up-to-date Hepatitis B and Q Fever vaccinations

  • Some client sites may require drug and alcohol testing

 

This role is open to candidates located locally and internationally with sponsorship available for the right person.

To be considered, submit your resume and a cover letter outlining why you’re applying.

Please note that only candidates who meet our criteria will be contacted.

Internal Job Ref: FRA-034

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