mechanical fitter

Are you an experienced Mechanical Fitter or Turner who also possesses solid fabrication and welding skills? We are currently seeking a trade-qualified Fitter / Welder to join a dedicated facilities maintenance team based in Ipswich.

Operating across a major public facility asset, this position offers an immediate start on a secure, long-term contract running up to 12 months, with the possibility of extension.

• Competitive Hourly Rate: Highly competitive hourly rate + Super (paid fortnightly).

• Work-Life Balance: Enjoy a structured 9-day fortnight roster (an extra 26 days off per year!).

• Long-Term Stability: Secure up to 12 months of consistent work with the possibility of contract extension.

• Varied Trade Scope: A dynamic mix of mechanical plant maintenance, precision fitting, and light fabrication/repair work.

Working as part of the core building services team, you will deliver comprehensive mechanical maintenance, preventative servicing, and general hardware repairs across facility assets.

• Mechanical Plant Upkeep: Perform routine maintenance, fault-finding, and repairs on pumps, motors, ventilation systems, valves, and mechanical infrastructure.

• Welding & Asset Repairs: Execute light fabrication, TIG/MIG welding, and structural repairs on operational facility equipment, including hospital beds, trolleys, frames, and custom mountings.

• Precision Fitting & Overhauls: Align, service, and overhaul mechanical linkages, drive systems, bearings, and hydraulic/pneumatic components.

• Safety & Hazard Management: Complete daily task risk assessments (JSA/TAK) while maintaining strict adherence to site safety guidelines.

We are tracking for a safety-conscious, trade-qualified Fitter with strong general mechanical maintenance skills and comfortable hands-on welding experience.

• Trade Qualification: Cert III in Engineering – Mechanical Trade (Mechanical Fitter, Fitter & Turner, or Fitter/Welder).

• Safety Tickets: Current Construction Industry White Card.

• Pre-Employment Compliance: Willingness to undergo a National Police Check and standard vaccination personnel compliance.

• Rights: Full Australian Working Rights.

If you are a qualified Fitter/Welder looking for up to 12 months of secure facility maintenance work, a 9-day fortnight, and an immediate start in Ipswich, click APPLY to submit your resume.

For a confidential discussion regarding this opportunity, please contact Samuel Vella at ************@randstad.com.au.