Mechanical Fitter

4 weeks ago

Townsville, Queensland, Australia UGL Full time
Overview

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As a key player in the Defence industry, UGL supports the Australian Defence Force across 100 locations nationwide. From operations and maintenance to asset management and fuel supply services, our team delivers effectively and sustainably.

As a result of expanding scope of works within UGL's portfolio, we are seeking experienced Mechanical Fitters to join our Operations & Maintenance team at the Townsville RAAF Base in QLD. This is an exciting opportunity to work in the Australian Defence environment to support national security requirements. Join a Tier 1 services provider on a long-term operations and maintenance contract.

The Role

Reporting to a Maintenance Supervisor, you will be based in Townsville, supporting the NQLD region with occasional regional travel across QLD. You will be part of a core crew of UGL technicians. These duties will include, but are not limited to:

  • Perform scheduled maintenance and service of fuel installation assets and equipment
  • Diagnostics and repair in a breakdown environment of fuel related assets and equipment
  • Project work as required on the fuel installation and related assets and equipment
  • Support subcontracted work packages as required
  • Support various sites in the region, with occasional travel to sites throughout QLD
What You Need
  • Trade qualified (mechanical) with relevant post-trade experience
  • Proven experience working in fixed plant maintenance, ideally fuel services or Oil & Gas
  • Experience working within the defence fuels network or defence industry will be highly regarded
  • Confined space and working at heights tickets will be highly regarded
  • Safety is at the forefront of everything you do
  • Currently hold, or ability to obtain appropriate Defence Security Clearance
What We Offer
  • Competitive hourly rates with market leading company benefits
  • Long-term opportunity, with locational stability; work close to home for as long as you want
  • Work with a great crew of people from UGL and the Defence
  • Be part of something bigger in the Defence team
New Rates as of 1st July 2025

Maintenance Trades (Mechanical)

Level 1 - $47.07 Plus Super & Tool Allowance (weekly $36.43)

Level 2 - $50.67 Plus Super & Tool Allowance (weekly $36.43)

Level 3 (Dual Trade) - $54.28 Plus Super & Tool Allowance (weekly $36.43)

As a diversified services organisation, UGL appreciates the diversity and richness of its people, and seeks to create inclusive environments that promote your talent and skills.

How to Apply

To express your interest in this position, please submit your application by applying to the advert and answering screening questions as prompted.

Job Reference: 263862

Discipline

Technician

Primary Location

Australia-QLD-Townsville & Northern QLD

Work Type

Full-time

Seniority level
  • Mid-Senior level
Employment type
  • Full-time
Job function
  • Engineering and Information Technology

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