Defence Sector Mechanic

22 hours ago


Adelaide, South Australia UGL Full time

As a key player in the Defence industry, UGL supports the Australian Defence Force across 100 locations nationwide. Delivering operations and maintenance, asset management, and fuel supply services, our team's expertise ensures effective and sustainable outcomes.

We are seeking experienced Maintenance Trades / Mechanical Fitters to join our Operations & Maintenance team at the Edinburgh RAAF Base in SA. This opportunity allows you to work in the Defence environment, supporting national security requirements.

You will report to a Maintenance Supervisor, based at Edinburgh, supporting the Edinburgh / Adelaide region. Occasional regional travel across SA may be required. As a core crew member, your duties will include:

  • Performing 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
  • Supporting subcontracted work packages as required
  • Supporting various sites in Adelaide, with occasional requirement to travel to various sites throughout SA

Requirements include:

  • 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
  • Hold, or be able to obtain, appropriate Defence Security Clearance

UGL offers a long-term opportunity, with locational stability, competitive hourly rates, and market-leading company benefits. This is a chance to work with a great crew of people from UGL and the Defence, supporting the delivery of National Security in Australia.

New rates as of 1st July:

Maintenance Trades (Mechanical)

Level 1 - $45.57 Plus Super & Tool Allowance ($35.27 Weekly)

Level 2 - $49.05 Plus Super & Tool Allowance ($35.27 Weekly)

Level 3 (Dual Trade) - $52.55 Plus Super & Tool Allowance ($35.27 Weekly)

UGL values diversity and seeks to create inclusive environments that promote your talent and skills.


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