Marine Fitter

• Exciting new and improved rates starting at $39.99 per hour (combination of a strong base rate + economic retention allowance)
• Access to a range of Ventia's employee benefits - discounted private health insurance, paid parental leave, discounted travel etc.
• Job security, great leadership and a variety of work, no day is the same!

Ventia, in partnership with the Australian Defence Force require a permanent full-time Marine Technician / Fitter to join the team at our state-of-the-art facility in Moorebank NSW.
The successful applicant will work 7:00am - 3:45pm, Monday to Thursday, and 7:00am to 12:00pm (noon) on Fridays to kick off the weekend with family or friends!
As our Marine Technician / Fitter, you will undertake maintenance on specialist Defence equipment. This includes installation, inspection, repairs, modification and reconditioning of military armaments, watercraft, small engines, and perform general engineering tasks.
What we offer you:

• Permanent position, long standing client contracts offering job stability for the next 5 years.
• Excellent work/life balance with the ability to elect for paid overtime.
• Opportunities to upskill - Defence specific training on offer.
• Join an environment where career progression is fostered.
• Extremely supportive management and positive team environment
• Early finishes, home every day and on weekends!

Could you be our next Marine Technician / Fitter?

• Must be trade qualified in Marine Mechanical Technology (Certificate III)
• A collaborative team player
• Hold a current Drivers Licence - C class
• Small engines qualification or experience is desired.
• Experience operating lathes, millers, and other metal working machines is highly regarded.

You must be an Australian Citizen and be able to obtain an Australian Defence Clearance.
Primary duties:

• Examine detailed specifications to determine requirements of the job.
• Operate machines to produce or modify required parts or tools.
• Check quality of finished parts.
• Fit and assemble parts.
• Provide technical advice to equipment operators and conduct relevant data entry tasks.
• Repair and maintain miscellaneous equipment including small engines, general service, and marine equipment.

About the contract
Ventia is the Australian Defence Force (ADF) industry partner for the repair and maintenance of Army materiel including artillery, small arms, instrument repair, night vision equipment and all armoured vehicles and variants. We currently deliver approximately 900,000 maintenance hours annually and operate a 24/7 nationwide vehicle and equipment recovery service. As part of our contract with the ADF, Ventia provide materiel maintenance support of land-based equipment for Joint Logistics Unit (JLU). We operate in every Australian State and Territory with a 3,000-strong workforce consisting of passionate civilians and Defence Veterans.
Diversity
Ventia is enriched by the diverse experiences, talents and cultures that our people bring to the organisation, while celebrating and respecting the communities we operate in. We are committed to providing a safe and positive environment that provides equal opportunities for individuals of all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, Māori and Pasifika people, LGTBQI+, Women, Veterans and spouses, and people with disabilities.
To apply for this position, please submit your resume by clicking the 'apply now' button on this page. Alternatively, if you have enquiries about the position, please reach out to me via or 0476 794 020
Position Reference Number: 153561