Fitter and Turner

Keep critical equipment running—join our Acacia Ridge Maintenance Team as a Mechanical Fitter & Turner!

• Market Aligned remuneration + incentives + annual salary reviews!
• Unlock your potential with hands on experience and clear career growth pathways!
• Permanent full-time role | Monday to Friday | 7.00am – 3.15pm

We are seeking a skilled Mechanical Fitter & Turner to join our Workshop Team in Acacia Ridge, QLD.

In this hands-on role, you will maintain, repair and overhaul a range of rotating and fixed plant equipment, both in our workshop and at customer sites.

You must be willing and able to undertake site-based work as required across the greater Southeast Queensland area. A company vehicle & fuel card will be provided.

Your Day-to-Day Responsibilities:

• Maintain, repair and overhaul pumps, shafts, mechanical seals and other rotating equipment.
• Assemble new components including driveshafts and air brakes
• Use workshop equipment including balances, presses, lathes, mills
• Replace bearings and mechanical seals, complete pump alignments, and undertake other tasks as allocated by the Supervisor.
• Prioritise the safety of people, plant and the environment in all work activities.
• Identify and communicate hazards, equipment issues and faults to support smooth operations.
• Complete all required documentation accurately and in a timely manner.

Who are you?

• Demonstrated experience working as a Fitter & Turner in a heavy industrial environment is essential.

• Experience with Pumps, Mechanical Seals and Other Rotating Equipment is important.
• Flexible and adaptable as the business requires, and able to work under Minimal Supervision.

• Computer literate: Intermediate level using MS office and email.
• Knowledge of mechanical seals, Shaft Laser Alignments and condition monitoring advantageous.
• Clear communication skills and the ability to complete maintenance records and documentation accurately.
• Trade qualification as a Mechanical Fitter & Turner or equivalent relevant qualification.
• Current relevant licences, tickets or certifications, such as forklift, confined space, working at heights or EWP. Medium Rigid

What We Offer:

We offer more than just a job — we offer a long-term career.

• Market aligned remuneration with annual salary reviews: Your salary grows with your skills and performance.
• Career progression: Build a long-term career with clear development pathways, supported by free webinars, training events and learning courses.
• Comprehensive benefits: Incentive, Motion-provided uniforms, parental-leave top-up support and confidential wellbeing support through our Employee Assistance Program.
• Health and wellbeing: Enjoy up to $30 flu vaccination rebate and discounted Bupa health insurance options.
• Give back to your community: Access one paid Good to Give volunteer leave day each calendar year, in addition to your standard leave entitlements. Participate in community engagement initiatives, including opportunities to support organisations such as the Red Cross and many more.
• Recognition that matters: Celebrate your contribution through peer recognition, service-milestone awards and our employee referral program.

About Motion

We are a Company who values relationships, therefore we need this role to always work to foster and maintain trusted relationships across all levels of our business and seek to support and add value to our store network,

managers, and leaders.

 We focus on continuous improvement and sustainable growth as our two main objectives. This is driven by our long-term investment in people, systems, process, and new growth opportunities for our people.

So, if you are interested in joining our group don’t wait, apply now and let us help you empower your career with us!

MOTION is an equal opportunity employer

You must be either an Australian Citizen or a holder of an Australian Permanent Residency Visa to be eligible to apply for this position. 

If this sounds like the opportunity for you, click "Apply for this job" and submit both your resume and cover letter. Please note only short-listed candidates will be contacted

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