Mechanical Fitter

**My Client Striker was established in 1998 and is a privately owned Australian company designing, manufacturing and supplying crushing, screening and conveying equipment globally to the construction, mining, quarrying and recycling industries.**

Due to continued success, they are seeking Mechanical Fitters to join their skilled and reputable team of industry professionals. If you are wanting a great opportunity to have the best of both worlds with both Perth and away work read on. Immediate start available.

These are full time permanent positions based in Henderson with occasional travel to sites in Australia and on a rare occasion international sites required. You will need to be available and flexible to work both at Henderson and to travel to site when required, sometimes at short notice and staying until the scope of work is completed.

**As a skilled and experienced mechanical fitter you will**:

- Work on both new and second hand plant to assemble, install, service and maintain machinery, equipment and parts;
- Analyse and interpret blueprints for mechanical systems to determine the specifications for plant and equipment;
- Conduct diagnostic testing on malfunctioning plant and machinery to determine the root cause of the malfunction and replace or repair damaged or defective structural components as needed;
- Conduct planned and unplanned work order scheduling of preventative maintenance and seasonal servicing of plant and equipment.

**Skills and Experience**
- 3 years plus mechanical fitter post trade within a medium size enterprise manufacturing or industrial environment
- Understanding of pneumatics and hydraulics work processes and ability to read, follow and communicate procedures and work instructions
- Demonstrated ability to work with limited supervision whilst exercising initiative and judgemen
- Effective problem-solving skills and ability to analyse, formulate and implement appropriate solutions
- Ability to learn, develop and share technical and product knowledge
- Sound time management and time keeping skills with the ability to work to deadlines and prioritise effectively
- Team player with a strong commitment to quality, safety, sustainable work practices and achieving high levels of productivity
- Intermediate level computer and technology skills
- Well-developed interpersonal and communication skills and ability to build and maintain internal working relationships which contribute to a harmonious, efficient and productive working culture

**Qualifications**
- Trade Qualification (Engineering-Mechanical)

Parking at the front door is a great perk along with company that supports a work/life balance. A competitive remuneration is also on offer.

Applicants must have permanent, unrestricted working rights within Australia and because of the location, a current and valid driver’s license is essential. You will also require a white/blue card or working across borders equivalent for site visits.

You may be required to a pass pre employment medical and drug and alcohol screening test for access to various sites. To ensure the work health and safety of employees Striker may undertake random, for cause and post-accident/incident drug and alcohol testing in the workplace.

Thank you but no recruitment agency assistance required.

**Striker is a strong advocate of equal opportunity in the workplace and is committed to fostering a culture of diversity and inclusion.**

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

- Overtime pay

**Experience**:

- Mechanical Fitter: 3 years (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

- Driver Licence (preferred)
- Trade Qualification-Mechanical (required)

Work Authorisation:

- Australia (required)

Work Location: In person