Maintenance Fitter

20 hours ago

South West Coast VIC, Australia Chandler Macleod Full time $70,000 - $120,000 per year

Maintenance Fitter – Full Time – Geelong $40–$49 per hour + regular overtime | Early Friday finish | Permanent position

On behalf of our client, Chandler Macleod is seeking an experienced Maintenance Fitter to join a leading precision engineering business based in Geelong.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a skilled and supportive team, working in a clean, organised environment with state-of-the-art equipment.

The Opportunity We are looking for a trade-qualified Fitter and Turner, or someone with equivalent experience, who enjoys hands-on maintenance work in a production setting.

Hours of work: Monday to Thursday, 6:00am – 2:30pm, with an early finish on Fridays.

Pay rate: $40–$49 per hour, depending on experience.

Regular overtime of up to 10 hours per week is generally available, though not guaranteed.

Key Responsibilities

  • Perform preventative, corrective, and condition-based maintenance on precision production equipment.
  • Calibrate and test machinery after repairs to ensure accuracy.
  • Diagnose and repair faults, including hydraulic and pneumatic issues.
  • Manage critical spares and maintain accurate maintenance records.
  • Communicate effectively with supervisors and managers on repair progress and priorities.
  • Support continuous improvement and help keep maintenance costs within budget.
  • Follow all health and safety procedures.

About You

  • Trade qualified as a Fitter and Turner, or equivalent relevant experience.
  • Experience maintaining and servicing high-precision CNC and manual machinery (no programming required).
  • Competent with manual machines such as lathes, mills, and grinders.
  • Knowledge of hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
  • Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills.
  • At least 5 years' experience in a similar maintenance role.
  • Good communication and organisational skills.

What's on Offer

  • Permanent full-time position with competitive pay.
  • Regular overtime opportunities.
  • Great working hours with an early finish every Friday.
  • Join a professional, supportive team working with high-quality machinery.

How to Apply If you're ready for your next challenge, apply now with your updated resume through Chandler Macleod.

At Chandler Macleod, we are committed to fostering a diverse workforce where everyone is welcome. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, neurodiverse, people living with a disability and the LGBTIQA+ community.

You can read more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion

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