Experienced Mechanical Fitter

About the Company

Our client is a growing business supporting the waste and recycling industry through specialised mobile equipment and fleet services. They maintain and service a wide range of waste trucks and associated hydraulic systems, helping customers keep their fleets operating safely, reliably and efficiently.

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Mechanical Fitter to join our client's service and maintenance team.

This role is ideal for someone with strong mechanical knowledge and hands-on hydraulic experience, particularly with heavy vehicles, trucks, mobile plant or similar equipment. You will be responsible for fault finding, repairs, servicing and preventative maintenance, with a combination of workshop and field service work.

Key Responsibilities

• Diagnose faults and troubleshoot mechanical and hydraulic systems
• Carry out repairs and maintenance on waste trucks, mobile plant and associated equipment
• Perform scheduled servicing and preventative maintenance
• Respond to breakdowns and urgent repair requirements
• Repair and replace components including hydraulic pumps, cylinders, valves, motors and other mechanical components
• Undertake basic electrical fault finding and troubleshooting
• Complete minor welding and fabrication work as required
• Maintain accurate service records and documentation
• Ensure all work is completed in accordance with safety and quality standards
• Travel to customer sites when required

Skills & Experience

The successful candidate will have:

• Strong hydraulic experience, including fault finding and repairs
• Solid mechanical knowledge and hands-on mechanical fitting experience
• Experience working on heavy vehicles, trucks, mobile plant or similar equipment
• Experience with servicing, maintenance and breakdown repairs
• Basic to intermediate automotive electrical troubleshooting skills
• Basic welding and fabrication skills
• Strong diagnostic and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to work autonomously and manage field service tasks

A Certificate III in Engineering or Mechanical Trade qualification is highly regarded but is not essential. Relevant hands-on experience and demonstrated mechanical and hydraulic skills will be considered.

Licences & Requirements

• HR Driver's Licence preferred
• Ability and willingness to travel to customer sites as required
• Ability to pass a pre-employment medical and drug & alcohol screening

What We Offer

• Secure, long-term opportunity within a growing industry
• Variety of workshop and field service work
• Supportive team and positive workplace culture
• Ongoing training and opportunities to upskill
• Competitive salary

Why Join Us?

At Workforce International, safety and quality are central to everything we do. We provide a supportive environment where our people can develop their skills, build their careers and work across a variety of industries and projects.

If you have strong hydraulic and mechanical experience and are looking for a long-term opportunity with a growing business, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now, forward your CV to hope.brandt-lapore@workforce.com.au, or call 0436 648 667.