General Fitter
- Responsible for maintaining production machinery and equipment at Bayswater site.
- Conduct fault diagnosis and perform scheduled maintenance.
- Install and assemble machinery while ensuring safety compliance.
About Us
Independent Mineral Standards (IMS) produces reference materials used by the minerals industry. Our Bayswater facility relies on well-maintained processing machinery, and we're looking for a qualified General Fitter to join our production team.
The Role
Reporting to the Production Supervisor, you'll be responsible for keeping the production machinery and equipment at our Bayswater site running safely and reliably. Duties include:
•Fault diagnosis: Investigating and diagnosing mechanical faults in production machinery and equipment and finding root causes
•Machine installation and set-up: Installing, erecting and commissioning machinery and equipment on site, including setting up and adjusting guides, stops, controls and tooling so machines run correctly
•Fitting and assembly: Fitting and assembling metal parts and subassemblies to build and modify production machines, and checking accuracy, clearance and fit with precision measuring instruments
•Reading drawings, specifications and manuals to plan work and decide the method and sequence for each job
•Carrying out scheduled preventative and breakdown maintenance, and overhauling and repairing mechanical parts and fluid power equipment, including hydraulic and pneumatic systems
•Keeping the Maintenance Schedule current and keeping accurate maintenance records
•Identifying ways to improve equipment reliability and use resources more efficiently
•Following all company safety policies and procedures, and stopping work and reporting safety issues when required
Skills and Qualifications
•Certificate III in Engineering – Mechanical Trade (Fitter) or an equivalent trade qualification, or at least three years of relevant experience
•Demonstrated experience in mechanical fitting and maintenance of industrial or processing equipment
•Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications
•Competence with precision measuring instruments and workshop machining equipment
•Ability to follow written procedures and keep clear, accurate records
•Strong commitment to workplace safety
•Physically fit and capable of manual work
•Forklift licence (desirable)
What We Offer
•Full-time, ongoing position
•Supportive team environment
•Convenient Bayswater location
How to Apply
Please apply with your resume and a cover letter outlining your trade experience.
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