Maintenance Fitter – Rotating Rosters

Mechanical Fitters – Premium Permanent Role | Rotating Roster

Earn $88.61/hr + 16.5% Super + Income Protection + Travel Allowance

Looking for a roster that gives you work-life balance without sacrificing your earning potential? Join one of Australia’s leading steel manufacturers in a permanent, full-time Mechanical Fitter position offering excellent pay, long-term stability, and a highly sought-after rotating roster.

The Company

Our client is a recognised leader in steel manufacturing, producing structural and reinforcing steel products for major infrastructure projects across Australia. Their modern operation includes a Bar Mill, Rod Mill, Billet Yard, Guide Shop, Warehouse, and dedicated Maintenance Department, with a strong reputation for safety, reliability, and continuous improvement.

The Opportunity

We’re looking for experienced Mechanical Fitters to join a highly skilled maintenance team responsible for keeping critical production equipment operating safely and efficiently.

This is a hands-on role where you’ll carry out preventative and breakdown maintenance, diagnose mechanical faults, and contribute to a proactive maintenance culture focused on reliability and continuous improvement.

Rotating Roster

4 Days On / 4 Days Off

  • 2 x Day Shifts: 6:00am – 6:00pm
  • 2 x Night Shifts: 6:00pm – 6:00am

What’s on Offer

  • $88.61 per hour
  • 16.5% superannuation
  • Income protection insurance
  • Travel allowance
  • Permanent full-time employment
  • Roster provided six months in advance
  • Excellent work-life balance with a consistent 4-on / 4-off rotation

Key Responsibilities

  • Perform preventative, predictive and breakdown maintenance on heavy industrial equipment
  • Diagnose and repair mechanical faults to minimise production downtime
  • Maintain and repair hydraulic, pneumatic, power transmission and drive systems
  • Install, align and overhaul mechanical components and equipment
  • Complete maintenance documentation and reporting accurately
  • Work closely with operations to maximise plant reliability
  • Maintain high safety, housekeeping and quality standards

About You

  • Trade-qualified Mechanical / Maintenance Fitter
  • Previous experience within heavy manufacturing, steel, mining, industrial processing or similar environments
  • Strong mechanical fault-finding and diagnostic skills
  • Experience working on hydraulics, pneumatics, conveyors, gearboxes, pumps and rotating equipment
  • Experience to machining, CNC equipment, and control systems such as Siemens, Fanuc and Mazak/Mazatrol is advantageous
  • A proactive approach to safety with excellent communication skills
  • Able to work independently while contributing to a collaborative maintenance team
  • Australian Permanent Resident or Australian Citizen only (visa holders will not be considered)
  • Ability to successfully complete a pre-employment medical, including drug and alcohol screening

Why Apply?

  • Industry-leading hourly rate of $88.61/hr
  • 16.5% superannuation, income protection and travel allowance
  • Permanent position with long-term job security
  • Excellent earning potential with a premium rotating roster
  • Six months’ roster visibility for better work-life planning
  • Modern, well-maintained plant and equipment
  • Join a respected maintenance team with a strong safety culture
  • Opportunity to build a long-term career with one of Australia’s leading steel manufacturers

Reference Number:

201185347_1785888391

Profession:

Manufacturing and Production

5th Aug, 2026

Laverton North,Melbourne,VIC

Negotiable

Notify me when jobs like this come up.