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This position reports to:
Workshop Manager
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ABB Motion Services, based in Eagle Farm, Queensland, is seeking a number of skilled Mechanical Fitters to join our team on fixed-term contracts, with the potential for contract extensions or future permanent opportunities.
With over 40 years of experience, we operate as Australia’s ABB Traction Workshop, specialising in AC/DC traction Motors and delivering testing, diagnostics, manufacturing, machining, repairs and full overhaul services. Supported by comprehensive on‑site machine and load‑testing facilities, we proudly serve top‑tier customers nationwide and continue to set the benchmark for technical excellence.
The work model for the role is: Onsite #LI-Onsite
You will be mainly accountable for:
Contributing to customer satisfaction by executing workshop orders according to workshop processes and guidelines.
Performing workshop tasks such as troubleshooting, repair and assembly.
Checking bill of materials and other documents to identify required parts needed for service activity and ensuring that all materials, parts, and equipment are available.
Ensuring the completion, processing, and maintenance of all required documentation.
Assists in identifying and resolving, quality and reliability problems, in accordance with company policies and procedures.
Executes work as per first time right approach and ensures the job is done on time as per the quality standards.
Identifies improvement needs and potential solutions for them in the ways of working, communicates them proactively and drovers minor improvement actions.
Qualifications for the role
Hold a recognised Fitter Turner trade qualification (essential).
Demonstrated expertise working with rotating motors and generators, with strong exposure to both Industrial and Rail environments.
Proven ability in turning and manufacturing shafts, gears, and other mechanical components essential to motor assembly; experience with dynamic balancing is highly regarded.
Experienced in Mechanical Fitting and Turning, including accurate measurement recording in line with OEM standards.
Competent in the use of lathes and vertical milling machines, with welding capability and strong overall machine shop proficiency.
Extensive knowledge of mechanical fitting practices, ideally including traction motors and large rotating machinery.
Able to produce clear, detailed inspection reports in both handwritten and digital formats.
Confident communicator across verbal and digital channels.
Hold a current Queensland driver’s licence.
1–2 years post‑apprenticeship experience preferred; however, suitably skilled 4th‑year apprentices will also be considered.
What's in it for you?
Join a team where your input is valued, and your work has a clear impact. You’ll have the support, tools, and autonomy to develop your skills and grow your career. We work collaboratively, share knowledge, and support each other, with leaders who respect your contribution and support your development.
Benefits
We also offer our employees the following benefits:
Paid overtime
16% superannuation
Incentive bonuses
Paid parental leave
Salary sacrifice packaging
Technical and personal development
Plus, many more generous employee benefits!
More about us
ABB Motion Service Division serves customers worldwide by maximizing uptime, extending product life cycle and enhancing the performance and energy efficiency of their electrical motion solutions. The Division is leading the way in digitalization by securely connecting motors and drives, increasing operational uptime and improving efficiency. The services offered make the difference for our customers and partners every day by helping keep their operations running profitably, safely and reliably.
Join us. Be part of the team where progress happens, industries transform, and your work shapes the world.
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