Job Description
Dawsons Engineering is looking for a skilled Fixed Plant Fitter & Turner to join our maintenance team on a permanent FIFO basis out of Townsville. Skip the unstable shutdown cycles, this is a secure, long-term role with a robust team culture.
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What We Offer
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FIFO from Townsville: Full camp accommodation and meals provided.
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Roster: Stable 8/6 lifestyle roster.
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Stability: Permanent contract with ongoing career opportunities.
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Environment: Supportive team culture and a strong commitment to safety.
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Your Role
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Perform planned and breakdown maintenance on fixed plant gear (crushers, conveyors, screens, pumps).
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Diagnose mechanical faults and execute timely repairs to keep downtime low.
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Handle precision fitting, alignments, and equipment installations.
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Read and interpret technical drawings, schematics,
and manuals.
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Complete maintenance logs and collaborate with the wider team to improve plant reliability.
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What You Bring
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Cert III in Engineering (Mechanical Fitter & Turner) or equivalent.
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5+ years of fixed plant experience in mining, heavy industry, or quarries.
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Proven fault-finding and problem-solving skills.
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Valid driver's licence (HR is a plus).
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Confined Space and Working at Heights tickets (issued within the last 2 years, or willing to get them).
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Ability to pass a pre-employment medical and drug/alcohol screen.
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Ready for a stable FIFO career. Join Dawsons Engineering.