Mechanical Fitter

**About the Role**
- We are looking for a qualified mechanical fitter to start immediately at our Larapinta site. This role also involves servicing key locations throughout Southeast Queensland, including Brisbane Airport, Gold Coast, and Sunshine Coast.
- Monday to Friday schedule, with occasional weekend overtime.
- This is a Permanent Full-Time opportunity.
- 3 Rotating shifts: AM shift - 500am-106pm. PM shift - 1154am-800pm. Dayshift - 600am - 206pm. You must be available for both shifts.
- Hourly rate of $48.90 plus 15% loading for afternoon shifts. Overtime applies to all non-standard hours.
- Uniforms and tools provided.
- Fully equipped team engineering van supplied for servicing regional sites. (Larapinta based)
- Maintain sortation systems and related depot equipment to always ensure peak performance.
- Carry out scheduled maintenance, including preventative, predictive, corrective, and project-related tasks.
- Respond quickly to breakdowns and system faults.
- Contribute to the design of innovative systems and facility improvements as operational needs evolve.
- Use and maintain the MEX computerised maintenance management system effectively.
- Support the development and implementation of maintenance procedures and schedules.
- Adhere to all maintenance timetables and ensure compliance.
- Identify and diagnose mechanical or electrical faults.
- Contribute to the design and implementation of system enhancements.
- Carry out maintenance activities in line with established practices and procedures.
- Provide support and training to operational staff on equipment usage.
- Maintain and organised inventory of critical spare parts.
- Ensure tools and equipment are used safely and remain in good condition.

**What You'll Bring**
- Trade-qualified Mechanical Fitter.
- Strong ability to work independently.
- Team player with the capability to work effectively within a small engineering group.
- Skilled in collaborating with operations staff.
- Calm, logical, and methodical approach to work.
- Proven experience in mechanical maintenance within complex industrial environments.
- Experience with and the ability to track and tension conveyor belts.
- General understanding of high-speed conveyor systems for cartons and packages.
- Knowledge of conveyor systems, hydraulics, and pneumatics.
- Commitment to continuous improvement initiatives.
- Project work experience.
- Competency in stick and MIG welding.
- Familiarity with MEX or similar computerised maintenance systems.
- Valid driver’s licence.

**About Team Global Express**

**Why TGE**

We care about our customers, our people, and our planet. We are always innovating and improving our services. We are driven by passion and purpose, and we never stop.

**What we offer**
- Competitive salary above industry standards
- Upskilling, training, mentoring and more to support your career development journey
- Fun and practical employee perks and discounts
- Flexible work, including work from home
- Inclusive parental leave policy that supports all parents & carers
- Peer recognition awards acknowledge when you go above and beyond.

**An inclusive workplace, works for everyone**

We celebrate difference. We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace that gives everyone the chance to contribute to a bigger and brighter future with us. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we welcome and invite applicants of all ages, cultural backgrounds, genders, sexual orientations, people living with disabilities, neurodiverse individuals and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples to apply. Team Global Express acknowledges the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as First Peoples of Australia and the Māori, as tangata whenua and Treaty of Waitangi partners in Aotearoa New Zealand.

**Our recruitment process**

**Other things to note**
- When you apply, please tell us the pronouns you use and any reasonable adjustments you may need during the recruitment process.
- TGE is listed as one of LinkedIn’s Top Companies of 2023 and 2024 in Australia.