Job Description
Mechanical Fitters - South AustraliaBuild Australia's Future Defence Capability
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Major Defence Project | Great Rates | Ongoing Work | FIFO Option Available
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Join a Team That Builds Something Bigger
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At Shadbolt Group, we're not just completing projects—we're helping build Australia's future. As a proudly Australian engineering and manufacturing company, we deliver critical infrastructure and Defence projects that strengthen Australia's sovereign capability.
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If you're looking for meaningful work, excellent conditions, and the opportunity to be part of a high-performing team delivering nationally significant projects, we'd like to hear from you.
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The Opportunity
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We are seeking experienced Mechanical Fitters to join our team on a major Defence project in South Australia.
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This opportunity offers ongoing work, excellent earning potential, and the chance to work alongside highly skilled tradespeople on complex mechanical systems in a secure Defence environment.
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Whether you're looking for your next project or a longer-term opportunity, this role offers stability, great conditions, and the chance to contribute to work that truly matters.
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Employment Type: Casual
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Project Duration: Minimum 3 months, with opportunities to extend up to 12 months.
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FIFO arrangements are available for suitable candidates living in regional South Australia or interstate.
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Why You'll Want This Job
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Work on one of Australia's most important Defence projects
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Excellent hourly rates under our Enterprise Agreement
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Ongoing project work with extension opportunities
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Overtime available to maximise your earnings
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Accommodation, travel and living-away support available for eligible FIFO employees
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Join a respected Australian engineering company delivering nationally significant Defence and infrastructure projects
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What's On Offer
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Roster
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Monday to Friday
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8.44-hour days
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Overtime available on weekdays and weekends
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Pay
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$***** - $***** per hour (depending on skills and experience - as per our enterprise agreement)
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Plus Superannuation
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$40 per day Client Site Allowance
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For Eligible FIFO Employees
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Flights provided
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Accommodation fully supplied
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Transport to and from site provided
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Paid travel time (4 hours each way at ordinary rates)
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Living Away From Home Allowance of $89 per day (capped at $341 per week)
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Return flights home every four weeks for the weekend
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About the Role
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Working within a highly skilled mechanical team, you'll undertake the installation, maintenance, overhaul and repair of critical mechanical equipment supporting Australia's Defence capability.
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You'll work to the highest standards of safety, quality and precision within a regulated Defence environment, helping deliver projects that directly support the Australian Defence industry.
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About You
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You'll be a trade-qualified Mechanical Fitter who takes pride in quality workmanship and enjoys working as part of a qualified, high-performing team.
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You'll Have
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Certificate III in Engineering - Mechanical Trade (or equivalent)
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Experience in mechanical installation, maintenance and overhaul
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Strong fault-finding and diagnostic skills
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Experience with pumps, valves, compressors, gearboxes, rotating equipment and piping systems
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Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and technical
documentationExperience
with precision fitting and mechanical alignment
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Strong commitment to safety and quality
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Current Australian Driver's Licence
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📌 Mechanical Fitter | Defence Work - Fifo To South Australia (Queensland)
🏢 Shadbolt Group
📍 Queensland