Mechanical Fitter

For more than 40 years Abbot Point Terminal has demonstrated its commitment to safety, efficiency, responsibility and partnership with the local community. Abbot Point is Australia’s most northerly coal port – 25 kilometres north of Bowen, 

We have an exciting opportunity to join our Maintenance team, as a Mechanical Fitter. As part of the team, you will provide routine preventative maintenance and corrective works in accordance with the scheduled outages and major shutdowns. You will be required to work on a range of heavy industrial equipment including Stacker/Reclaimers, Shiploaders, Conveyor systems, Hydraulic systems, Sampling streams and Train unloading facility in conjunction with electrical personnel in a bulk material handling facility.

You will be required to:

• Assist in carrying out scheduled maintenance and breakdown repairs
• Perform fault finding, repairing and or replacing of components as required
• Mechanical assembly of machines and components
• Sound understanding of workshop and equipment
• Use Maintenance Management Systems (SAP) 
• Coaching and Mentoring Apprentices

Ideally, you will also have the following:

• High-Risk work licence (Rigger, Franna, EWP, Dogman, Forklift, etc)
• RII Tickets (confined space, working at heights, etc)
• 3-5 years’ experience in Heavy Industrial environment
• Strong communication skills 
• Flexibility to work rotating rosters (night/day)

Essential Qualifications:

• Mechanical Trade Certificate essential (Fitter/Machinist/Turner)
• White card 

What we offer:

• One of the best views to work anywhere in the world
• Career development and exposure to opportunities across the organisation
• Competitive remuneration package
• Remote Area Housing Salary Sacrifice 
• Work/Life balance to enjoy your leisure time surrounded by the beautiful Whitsundays

The role is residentially based in Bowen, North Queensland.

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Applications close: 05th May 2024