The Opportunity Join our Moorebank team supporting Australia's Defence Force through the Defence Maintenance Contract (DMC). As a Fitter , you will carry out maintenance, repair, modification and reconditioning activities on a range of specialist Defence equipment to support operational readiness.

Working within a collaborative maintenance team, you'll undertake installation, inspection and repair work on military armaments, small engines and other equipment, while delivering high-quality outcomes in line with Defence, safety and manufacturer standards.

Benefits

- Permanent full-time opportunity offering long-term job stability and excellent work-life balance, including an early 12 noon finish every Friday.
- Ongoing training, upskilling and career development opportunities across Ventia and the Defence sector.
- Supportive management and positive team environment.
- Wellbeing initiatives including Fitness Passport, discounted health insurance and access to a confidential Employee Assistance Program.
- VenPerks: exclusive discounts at over 450 retailers across Australia in retail, travel, entertainment and everyday essentials.
- Tools of trade, uniforms, PPE and free on-site parking provided.

Key Accountabilities

- Maintain, repair, modify and recondition specialist Defence equipment.
- Conduct installation, inspection and servicing activities on military armaments, small engines and associated equipment.
- Interpret technical drawings, specifications and work instructions to determine job requirements.
- Operate machinery and workshop equipment to manufacture or modify parts and components.
- Assemble, fit and test mechanical components and equipment.
- Conduct quality inspections and ensure work meets Defence and manufacturer standards.
- Provide technical advice and support to equipment operators and stakeholders.




- Complete maintenance documentation and relevant data entry requirements.
- Contribute to a safe, compliant and efficient workshop environment.

About You

- Hold a Trade Certificate III in Engineering Mechanical Trade (Fitter and Turner) or equivalent.
- Hold a current C Class Driver's Licence.
- Demonstrated experience maintaining, repairing and fault-finding on mechanical equipment.
- Ability to interpret technical drawings, specifications and maintenance documentation.
- Experience using workshop machinery, tools and measuring equipment.
- Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to quickly learn and effectively use proprietary software and Computerised Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS).

You must be an Australian Citizen and able to obtain and maintain a minimum Australian Government Baseline Security Clearance. About Ventia As a leading services provider, we maintain, operate, and manage the essential infrastructure that makes modern life possible across Australia and New Zealand. With more than 35,000 employees and subcontractors across 400 sites, joining Ventia means becoming part of a team that values its people, supports growth opportunities, and helps everyone go further towards their full potential. Our commitment to Fairness, Inclusion and Respect shapes how we lead, collaborate, hire and support one another. We welcome applications from people of all ages, abilities and backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and people of all genders, identities, sexual orientations, beliefs and caring responsibilities. We are dedicated to providing an accessible recruitment process and encourage you to request adjustments at any stage.

How To Apply Click the Apply Now button to start the journey to find your further with Ventia.

Position Reference Number: 168211

📌 Mechanical Fitter (Mount Pritchard)
🏢 Ventia
📍 Mount Pritchard