Fitter - Defence

Fitter - Defence

**Date**:7 Apr 2025

**Location**:South Guildford, WA, AU, 6055

**Company**:Ventia
- Join Ventia in a role which keeps the Australian Defence Force’s wheels turning
- A great opportunity for a **Fitter** to join our fully geared **Defence Maintenance Contract** team based at South Guildford WA, located east of Perth.
- As a **Fitter** you will report to the Technical Supervisor, you will perform all trade-related tasks associated with the maintenance and repair of exciting **Defence boats and equipment**. You will also be operating machinery and assist in maintenance and construction tasks as required.

**Benefits**
- **$53.74 an hour inclusive of allowances**
- **Work 38 hours per week Monday to Friday and finish at 12 pm on Fridays**
- **Training & Upskilling provided**
- **Work on unique Defence vessels, vehicles and assets**
- **17.5% Annual Leave Loading**
- **All tools, PPE and Uniforms provided**
- **On-site Parking**

**About the role**
- Undertake major overhauls and authorised modifications to Marine assets
- Perform maintenance, servicing, repairs and preventative maintenance on Marine assets
- Reassemble, test, clean and adjust repaired or replaced parts

**About you**
- Trade Certificate III as a Fitter & Turner or similar
- Current WA HR Driver’s License
- Open and clear communication within a team environment
- Specialist Marine Fleet equipment experience is desirable
- **You must be an Australian Citizen and able to maintain a Defence Security Clearance**

**About Ventia**
Ventia is a leading infrastructure services company, operating across Australia and New Zealand. As an Australian Defence Force partner, Ventia works across some of Australia’s newest, most unique equipment including artillery, small arms, instruments, night vision equipment, high-tech armoured vehicles, personnel carriers, and propulsion equipment.
Ventia has a proud history of partnering with the Australian Defence Force (ADF), spanning three decades. We operate in every Australian State and Territory with a 3,000-strong workforce consisting of passionate civilians and Defence Veterans.

**Diversity**
Ventia is enriched by the diverse experiences, talents and cultures that our people bring to the organisation, while celebrating and respecting the communities we operate in. We are committed to providing a safe and positive environment that provides equal opportunities for individuals of all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, Māori and Pasifika people, LGTBQI+, Women, Veterans and spouses and people with disabilities.

**How to Apply**

Position Reference Number: 162569