Full time & Casual • Portland, VIC • Immediate Start
WHY JOIN KEMPE?
Kempe Engineering is an Australian-owned business with 17 facilities across the country, and our Portland branch is growing. We back our people with real career pathways, steady work across diverse industries, and a team culture built on trust and safety.
- Steady, long-term work — we’re an essential service provider with consistent demand
- Growth industries: renewable energy, food & dairy, smelting, and mining
- Clear career pathways into supervision, leadership
- Safety-first culture — Zero Harm is how we operate, every single day
- Friendly, well-managed team that genuinely values your trade expertise THE ROLE
Based in Portland on Victoria’s stunning Southwest Coast, you’ll work in our workshop or across a variety of fixed plant and equipment on client sites. Whether you prefer full-time stability or casual flexibility, we have options to suit your lifestyle.
Your day-to-day will include:
- Machinery installation and commissioning
- Planned and breakdown maintenance on fixed plant
- Fabrication, fitting,
and mechanical repairs across diverse industries
- Contributing to a strong safety culture on every shift
WHAT YOU’LL BRING
- Australian recognised trade qualification in Mechanical Fitting or Boiler making/Fabrication
- Proven experience in site-based maintenance or machinery installation
- Sound understanding of health, safety, and environmental responsibilities
- A proactive, can-do attitude with strong attention to detail
- Strong teamwork skills and ability to work autonomously when required
- Current driver’s licence and ability to pass a pre-employment medical
Highly regarded but not essential:
- LF (Forklift), EWP (Elevated Work Platform), Working at Heights (WAH), and Confined Space certificates
READY TO APPLY?
If you meet the essential criteria and want to join a safety-conscious, professional team with real career momentum, we’d love to hear from you.
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Kempe Engineering is an equal opportunity employer. We value a diverse workforce and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates.
📌 Boilermakers and Mechanical Fitters, Fulltime or Casual (Portland)
🏢 Kempe Engineering
📍 Portland
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