Mechanical Fitter

4 weeks ago


Port Kembla, Australia Bluescope Full time

Job Description

BlueScope is an Australian-born global success story spanning 15 countries. Our team of over 16,500 people is our strength and we want our people to be safe, successful and well. We’re leaders and innovators in transforming steel into smart products and solutions that support society, today and in the future. We’re proud of brands, like COLORBOND ® steel that inspire and protect everything from hospitals to bridges and stadiums.

The Opportunity

Our Port Kembla Manufacturing facility is looking for a Mechanical Fitter in our Hot Strip Mill - Roll Shop team based in Port Kembla. As a part of the broader Australian Steel Products portfolio, we have six major manufacturing sites at Port Kembla that deliver a variety of products, innovative solutions and services to our export and domestic customers.

The Roll Shop is a dedicated department responsible for maintaining rollers used at our Hot Strip Mill to hot roll steel slabs into strips of steel. These rollers, ranging from 1t to 30t, experience wear and tear and have a challenging life. Therefore, it is crucial to prioritize the maintenance of these rollers and surrounding equipment to ensure ongoing steel production.

You will join a cross-functional team that ensures equipment is maintained to the highest standards to meet our objectives for quality and reliability. In this critical role, you will be able to use your technical background and experience to deliver key outcomes, whilst ensuring your safety and that of your colleagues are a priority.

What Will You Do?

In this hands-on role, you will ensure that equipment is maintained to the highest standards to meet our objectives for safety, quality and reliability. You will apply your mechanical fitting skills and experience to complete both complex and routine maintenance tasks. You will do the following:

  • grinding of Finishing Mill and Roughing Mill work and back-up rolls
  • assembly of Roughing Mill work rolls and Skin Pass Mill work rolls
  • changing chucks for Finish Mill work rolls and Roughing Mill work rolls
  • using fine skills in measurement and assessment
  • testing of defects in rolls
  • isolating equipment and performing maintenance   
  • inspecting quality critical equipment and fault finding 
  • resolving issues and fixing any non-conformances 
  • seeking ways to continuously improve our maintenance strategies  

More About You

You will have a strong technical background with the ability to work effectively and flexibly in a team environment. You will also have:

  • mechanical trade qualifications
  • experience within a maintenance function
  • experience working both independently and as part of a manufacturing team 
  • strong attention to detail with the ability to resolve issues effectively and efficiently 
  • a commitment to your own safety and wellbeing and care for others 

Why BlueScope

As we’re creating strength for the future through our people, products and solutions, BlueScope supports you to build your expertise within a safe and positive team environment. At BlueScope, you’ll:​

  • Learn and develop as you grow. Work alongside specialists and keep your skills and knowledge at the forefront of industry with our lifelong learning culture.​
  • Experience connection and care. Experience a positive, inclusive work environment where we look out for each other’s safety and wellbeing.​
  • Build innovative products. Seek better, smarter ways to work, help develop sustainable solutions and make things happen.​
  • Deliver work that matters. Every action you take matters in delivering for our customers and strengthening communities for the future. We value what you do. 

At BlueScope, we offer work-life flexibility through our B-flex program. We’re committed to fostering an inclusive environment where every employee feels respected and valued to be their authentic selves, and welcome people of all backgrounds, skills, experiences and perspectives. We’re passionate about driving sustainability outcomes that matter to our communities, including action on climate and our 2050 net zero goal.

It’s an exciting time in our history as, together, we work towards Our Purpose: “We create and inspire smart solutions in steel, to strengthen communities for the future.” ​

Come and discover us at www.bluescope.com/auscareers​

Join us, creating strength for the future.

Applications close Monday 2nd September 2024. 

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