Leading Hand Mechanical Fitter - Fixed Plant
Leading Hand Mechanical Fitter - Fixed Plant
Job Location: Pinkenba, QLD
Workfast is looking for an experiencedLeading Hand Mechanical Fitterto join a Waste Management & Recycling Facility in Pinkenba, QLD.
This is a hands-on leadership role suited to an experienced Mechanical Fitter with a strong background in fixed plant maintenance.
You will lead a small maintenance team while carrying out preventative maintenance, breakdown repairs, shutdown work, and continuous improvement projects to keep the plant operating safely and efficiently.
Why choose us?
Competitive Pay: $***** - $***** per hour + penalties and allowances
Ongoing Opportunity: Long-term role with stable hours and potential for permanent employment
Leadership Role: Lead a skilled maintenance team in a fast-paced industrial workplace
Afternoon Shift: 3:00pm - 12:00am
Workfast is a labour hire company working with some of Australia's largest employers across the construction, manufacturing, transport, mining and industrial sectors.
We are currently seeking an experienced Leading Hand Mechanical Fitter to join our client's maintenance team at their Waste Management & Recycling Facility.
Key Responsibilities
Lead and supervise a small team of Mechanical Fitters and maintenance personnel
Carry out preventative maintenance, servicing and breakdown repairs on fixed plant equipment
Prioritise maintenance tasks to minimise plant downtime
Diagnose mechanical faults and coordinate repairs efficiently
Work on conveyors, shredders, screens, pumps,



gearboxes and other recycling plant equipment
Assist with shutdowns, plant upgrades and new equipment installations
Ensure all maintenance work is completed safely and in line with company procedures
Mentor apprentices and junior tradespeople where required
Communicate effectively with operations to ensure maintenance schedules are met
What You Bring to the Team
Trade Qualification as a Mechanical Fitter / Fitter & Turner
Previous experience in a Leading Hand or Senior Mechanical Fitter position
Solid background working on fixed plant within recycling, manufacturing, quarry, mining or heavy industrial environments
Proven ability to lead a maintenance team and coordinate daily workloads
Excellent fault-finding and problem-solving skills
Current Australian Driver's Licence
Full Australian working rights
Ability to pass a pre-employment medical and drug & alcohol test
Robust commitment to safety, teamwork and delivering quality workmanship
About Us
Workfast is a labour hire company working with some of Australia's largest companies.
We operate in every state across Australia and provide opportunities across a wide range of industries.
When you join Workfast, you'll be supported by a dedicated team, paid above award rates and treated in line with Australian Fair Work standards.
Workfast embraces diversity and encourages applications from people with disabilities.
If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to let us know during the application process.
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📌 Leading Hand Mechanical Fitter - Fixed Plant (Queensland)
🏢 Workfast
📍 Queensland