WA Industrial Cylinder Engineers is a privately owned industry leader specialising in the manufacture, overhaul, and repair of hydraulic cylinders for heavy mining mobile equipment. Due to continued growth, we are seeking an experienced and trade-qualified Maintenance Fitter to join our Day Shift team at our modern, well-equipped Perth workshop.
This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive tradesperson who enjoys keeping machinery and equipment operating at peak performance and is looking for long-term career stability within a busy manufacturing environment. For the right candidate, this role offers a genuine career pathway into a Maintenance Manager position as the business continues to grow.
Why Join WA Industrial Cylinder Engineers?
We believe our people are our greatest asset. That's why we invest in creating a safe, supportive, and rewarding workplace where employees can develop their skills, contribute to continuous improvement, and build long-term careers.
What We Offer
- Competitive hourly rates
- Day Shift: Monday to Friday
- Regular overtime opportunities
- Ongoing training and career development
- A genuine opportunity to progress into a Maintenance Manager role
- Clean, spacious, modern workshop with industry-leading equipment
- Strong safety culture and commitment to employee wellbeing
- Supportive team environment with an inclusive workplace culture
- Stable, long-term employment with a growing Western Australian company
About You
You are a motivated tradesperson who enjoys fault finding, preventative maintenance, and keeping production equipment operating efficiently. You will have:
- Australian recognised Mechanical Trade Certificate (Maintenance Fitter, Fitter & Turner or equivalent)
- Minimum 3 years' experience in industrial maintenance within a manufacturing or heavy engineering environment
- Strong mechanical fault-finding and diagnostic skills
- Experience maintaining CNC machinery, overhead cranes, hydraulic equipment, compressors, pumps, and general workshop plant (desirable)
- Experience working within quality management systems (ISO 9001 experience desirable)
- Current Australian C Class Driver's Licence
- Excellent attention to detail and commitment to safe work practices
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- A proactive attitude with the ability to work independently
- Leadership potential and a desire to grow into a management role
Key Responsibilities
- Perform preventative and breakdown maintenance on workshop machinery and equipment
- Diagnose and repair mechanical faults to minimise production downtime
- Service and maintain CNC machines, lathes, mills, hydraulic equipment, compressors, overhead cranes, and general workshop plant
- Coordinate planned maintenance schedules to maximise equipment reliability
- Assist with the installation and commissioning of new machinery and equipment
- Maintain accurate maintenance records and report equipment issues
- Ensure all maintenance work is completed safely and in accordance with company procedures
- Maintain high standards of housekeeping, safety, and equipment reliability
Eligibility
Applicants must be Australian citizens, permanent residents, or hold a valid Australian work visa.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $35.00 – $50.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Professional development assistance
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Bayswater WA: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)
Experience:
- Industrial maintenance: 3 years (Required)
Licence/Certification:
- Driver Licence (Required)
- Trade Cert in Fitting/Turning, or equivalent (Required)
Work Authorisation:
Work Location: In person
