Mechanical Fitter
Core
Installation, commissioning, and maintenance of critical plant and equipment including pumps, motors, gearboxes, compressors, fans, and blowers for a rare earths refinery.
Role type
Mechanical Fitter (Heavy Engineering/Construction)
Builds
Structural, Mechanical, Piping, Electrical, and Instrumentation (SMPE&I) installation works for the Eneabba Rare Earths Refinery Project.
Domain
Heavy engineering, construction, rare earths processing, energy resources.
Required skills
Pump/motor/gearbox/compressor maintenance, laser alignment, shaft alignment, coupling installation, balancing, fault-finding, troubleshooting, interpreting technical drawings, hydraulic/pneumatic system knowledge, safety compliance.
Preferred skills
High Risk Work Licence (EWP), Defence force experience.
Technologies
Laser alignment tools, hydraulic systems, pneumatic systems, mechanical systems.
Responsibilities
Maintenance and overhaul of rotating equipment, carry out laser alignment, complete shaft alignment and coupling installation, perform balancing activities, interpret technical drawings, troubleshoot mechanical faults.
Seniority
Experienced Trade Level