Mechanical Fitters – Tunnel Boring Machines

5 hours ago

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Austunnel Pty Ltd Full time $104,000 - $130,878 per year

The Company:

Austunnel is a proudly Australian-owned company delivering products and services to major tunnelling and infrastructure projects across NSW, QLD and Victoria. Right now, we are seeking Mechanical Fitters to join our Sydney tunnelling projects with future opportunities available across our expanding national pipeline.

The Role:

Work hands-on with Tunnel Boring Machines (TBMs) on landmark Sydney projects. This is a local hire role (not FIFO/DIDO), so Sydney-based tradespeople or those relocating are encouraged to apply.

What We Offer

Competitive pay rates

Secure, ongoing work in Sydney

Overtime, nights & weekends available

Future opportunities on projects in NSW, QLD & VIC

Career development in tunnelling and infrastructure

Supportive, safety-first team culture

Essentials:

  • Mechanical trade qualification (Australian recognised)
  • White Card + tickets (Working at Heights, HR WP etc. a bonus)
  • 2+ years' experience in construction, mining or tunnelling
  • Safety-focused, reliable, and team-oriented
  • Flexibility for shifts, nights, and weekends

Desired Skills and Experience:

  • TBM assembly and demobilisation
  • Hydraulic and pneumatic systems (fault finding and repair)
  • Conveyor or Slurry Treatment Plant work
  • Underground hard rock mining experience

Why Join Austunnel?

Joining Austunnel means securing work on Sydney's biggest tunnelling projects today while positioning yourself for future opportunities across NSW, QLD and VIC as our projects expand.

The Culture:

We are passionate about what we do, and we are proud of who we are. We offer a friendly and supportive environment, promoting teamwork, open communication, career development and reward exceptional work

If you want to be part of a professional company that offers the opportunity to develop your skills even further, please APPLY now, ensuring you attach any relevant qualifications, licenses and tickets to your applications.

Applicants must have the right to work in Australia.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

No recruitment agencies please.

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