Mechanical Fitter / Installer

About us

For over 50 years, Elephants Foot have been an industry leader in the supply and installation of waste handling solutions, specialising in chute systems and equipment across multi-unit residential developments, hotels, and other projects. Following an increase in our project pipeline, we currently seek a skilled labourer to support our Victorian installation Operations.

About the role

As a Mechanical Fitter, you will perform a broad and varied scope of work, from the installation of mechanical, electromechanical and hydraulic waste and recycling equipment and chute systems to the repairs, service and maintenance of different types of equipment on construction sites, and our workplace’s locations. You will be working in a fast-paced team environment, applying trade skills and experience to the installation of our systems. You will be responsible for the timely completion and delivery equipment installations and other allocated tasks with a high level of workmanship, accuracy and a high degree of customer satisfaction without compromising on safety or quality

Requirements for role success:

• Experience working on large scale construction projects, installing mechanical, electromechanical and hydraulic equipment and systems

• The ability to understand and carry out directions from line managers and other responsible persons

• High degree of professionalism, as you will be representing our company on site level

• Strong work ethic and an ethical approach to the business and its operations

• A working understanding and knowledge of electrical wiring and systems

• Mechanically, electrically adept with exposure to hydraulic systems

• Understanding of electrical, mechanical and minor hydraulic systems installation and processes

• Ability to read and understand basic electrical wiring diagrams, control box schematics, plans, blueprints, elevations and diagrams

• Capable of reacting to varying project/field conditions and the ability to make decisions to solve problems and changes onsite

• Strong customer, quality and safety focus with a positive can do attitude and manner

Essential job requirements:

• current and valid VIC drivers licence with the ability and confidence to operate manual vehicles

• Construction general induction card, e.g. white card or equivalent

• mechanical fitter trade

• construction general induction card, e.g. white card or blue card

• be punctual, reliable and willing to work reasonable overime

• physically fit and capable to perform all required duties, with regular lifting 25kg +

• be proficient in the use of powered and non-powered tools

• have experience working on high rise construction projects

• be willing to work well in a team environment and be a team player

• work reasonable overtime as required, to ensure the successful delivery of projects/tasks

• teamwork and communication skills

• willingness to be clean shaven (for RPE fit testing)

Desirable:

• restricted electrical license

• working at heights ticket

• Forklift Licence (High Risk Work Licence - LF class)

• EWP ticket

What you'll get in return

You will be rewarded by gaining skills and experience with an industry leader. In addition to on the job training you will receive:

• Weekly pay in accordance at a CW3 level in accordance with our EBA

• Great benefits and allowances, including RDO’s, daily fares and travel, site and multi-storey allowances

• Training (as required) to allow you to safely and competently fulfil our duties

• The ability to grow, develop and diversify your skills

• Join a great team with supportive management

The next step

If you believe you have the above skills and attributes, we invite you to apply now by  clicking the "Apply for this job" tab. Please include your resume outlining your relevant and previous work experience, licences and qualifications.

Whilst all applications will be carefully considered, we will only be able to personally contact those candidates that are short-listed for interview. No phone calls accepted, and no agency contact please.