Fitter Machinist

Fitter Machinist - Full Time - Laverton North, Australia

At Sulzer, you are empowered to deliver superior results. As a pioneer in the industry, we have a proud heritage of innovation and continue to evolve for the future. Join our story and create your own impact by developing your expertise and building solutions that help make our lives safer, smarter, and more sustainable.

Rotating Equipment Services, a division of Sulzer Ltd, is the largest independent provider of repair and maintenance services for turbo machinery, generators, motors, and pumps. Our global network ensures high-quality local service, and our highly collaborative work environment encourages every individual to contribute. Sulzer means access to the world, interaction with an exciting customer base, and a challenging and rewarding working environment.

Sulzer Australia is always looking for experienced Electrical Fitters to join our team at our Cardiff Service Centre. This is a hands-on role, involving the dismantle, repair, and assembly of LV and HV motors where internal and external customer service is paramount. Additionally, the role supports other Mechanical equipment (Pumps) when not working on Electrical Motors.

In this role, you will be accountable for:

• The Mechanical repair of LV, MV & HV electrical rotating machinery.
• Disassemble electromechanical equipment noting parts identification, configuration, and condition aligned with QA procedures.
• Balance mechanical assemblies using dynamic balancing equipment.
• Carry out Mechanical repairs to Shafts, Journals, and Housings as required.
• Determine job status, work authorizations, estimate, description of problems/expected serviceability.
• Correctly requisition needed items from stores/purchasing, as approved by Supervisor.
• Test electromechanical equipment to troubleshoot known or suspected problems using various methods (AC or DC) i.e. NDT. Under supervision or as licensed.
• Repair worn or defective mechanical or electromechanical assemblies including: shafts, gears, seals, impellers, mechanical switches, brakes, clutches, clutch rotors, fans, end shields, bearing fits.
• Clean electromechanical equipment assemblies as needed using various methods and steps, including: parts, washers, steamers, caustic tanks, grit blasters, etc.

To succeed in this role, you will need:

• Experience in Mechanical fitting and machining large equipment i.e., motors and generators;
• Team player;
• Drivers Licence;
• Proven ability to provide service delivery that is customer-focused, flexible, and adaptable;

Additional Benefits:

• Opportunities for overtime, allowing you to maximize your earnings.
• Competitive hourly rates with a clear path for career progression.
• Job security – with a strong pipeline of projects across the mining and power generation sectors.
• Health and wellbeing initiatives, designed to promote a healthy work-life balance.
• A reward and recognition program – including gift cards and monthly BBQs to celebrate success.

International applicants are welcome to apply.

Have a question about the role? Reach out to Blake Reardon at We are looking forward to hearing from you

Sulzer is an equal opportunity employer, committed to the strength of a diverse workforce.

83% of our employees recommend Sulzer as a good place to work and we are proud to be recognized as a Top Employer 2022 in Switzerland. So come and join our story, starting today

Sulzer is a global leader in critical applications for core infrastructure and processes for large essential industries around the world. We ensure the security, quality, and durability of critical goods and services by supporting energy security, natural resource management, and efficiencies in process industries. This in turn supports the transition to a circular economy. Our integrated solutions add significant value by enabling energy efficiency, carbon emissions and pollution reduction, and process efficiency improvements. Customers benefit from our commitment to innovation, performance, and quality through our responsive network of 160 world-class manufacturing facilities and service centers across the globe. Sulzer has been headquartered in Winterthur, Switzerland, since 1834. In 2023, our 13,130 employees delivered revenues of CHF 3.3 billion. Our shares are traded on the SIX Swiss Exchange (SIX: SUN).