Expiring in 4d
Fitters
KEY POINTS WE FOUND
- Service, maintain, diagnose, and repair construction and mining equipment.
- Conduct preventative maintenance and machine inspections to identify wear and defects.
- Provide operator handover and basic customer training during machine commissioning.
Wirtgen Australia Pty Ltd is seeking an experienced Fitter to join our Service Team.
Primary Role Responsibilities
- Service, maintain, diagnose, and repair WIRTGEN Group construction and mining equipment.
- Inspect, dismantle, repair, and reassemble mechanical components including hydraulic systems, pumps, motors, gearboxes, bearings, and drive assemblies.
- Install, align, adjust, and test mechanical equipment to manufacturer specifications.
- Perform fault-finding using diagnostic equipment, service manuals, and technical documentation.
- Conduct preventative maintenance and machine inspections to identify wear, defects, and required repairs.
- Prepare and commission new machinery prior to customer delivery.
- Replace worn or damaged mechanical components and verify equipment performance following repairs.
- Provide operator handover and basic customer training during machine commissioning.
- Complete service reports, job sheets, and maintenance documentation accurately and on time.
- Liaise with the Regional Service Manager regarding job progress, technical issues, and repair recommendations.
- Maintain workshop tools, service vehicles, and equipment in a safe and serviceable condition.
- Comply with all Work Health and Safety (WHS) requirements and company policies.
- Assist in mentoring apprentices and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
To be successful in this role, you will have:
- A relevant qualification
- At least 2 years of experience servicing and repairing heavy mobile plant, construction equipment, quarrying equipment, or similar industrial machinery.
- Strong knowledge of hydraulic, mechanical, and power transmission systems.
- Experience diagnosing and resolving mechanical faults.
- Ability to read and interpret technical manuals and engineering drawings.
- Current unrestricted driver's licence.
- Good computer literacy for completing electronic service reports.
- Strong communication and customer service skills.
- Ability to work independently and travel to customer sites when required.
- High attention to detail and commitment to safe work practices.
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