Austek Roads is seeking an experienced and motivated Maintenance Fitter to join our team at our asphalt production facility in Tomago, NSW. This hands-on role is responsible for maintaining, repairing, and improving plant equipment to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient asphalt production.
Working closely with operations and personnel, you will play a key role in minimising downtime, supporting production targets, and maintaining high safety standards across the site.
Key Responsibilities-
Carry out preventative and corrective maintenance on asphalt plant equipment.
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Diagnose and repair mechanical faults on conveyors, motors, gearboxes, pumps, screens, dryers, burners, and associated plant machinery.
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Perform shutdown and breakdown maintenance activities.
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Conduct routine inspections and condition monitoring of plant equipment.
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Complete welding, fabrication, and fitting tasks as required.
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Assist with plant upgrades, modifications, and continuous improvement projects.
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Maintain accurate maintenance records and work orders.
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Ensure all work is completed in accordance with safety procedures and company standards.
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Support production teams to maximise plant availability and performance.
About You
To be successful in this role, you will have:
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Mechanical Fitter trade qualification (Certificate III Engineering – Mechanical Trade or equivalent).
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Experience working in industrial processing, manufacturing, quarrying, asphalt, concrete, mining, or similar heavy industry environments.
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Strong fault-finding and troubleshooting skills.
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Welding and fabrication experience.
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Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings and schematics.
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Commitment to workplace health, safety, and environmental standards.
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Current driver's licence.
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Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Desirable-
Experience with asphalt plants, crushing and screening equipment, or bulk material handling systems.
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Confined Space and Working at Heights certifications.
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Forklift, EWP, or dogging tickets.
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Experience with preventative maintenance systems and CMMS software.
What We Offer-
Competitive remuneration package.
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Stable, long-term employment with a growing road construction business
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Supportive team environment.
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Ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
