Job Brief:Nature of Employment: Permanent full time positionWorking Hours: 38 hours per weekSalary Range: Generous rates of pay - $85,000 and AUD $100,000Location of Employment: 3 Arwon Court, Lonsdale SA **** Southern Machinery Services was established in **** as a specialist engineering company to provide a total engineering service to users of rotating and process machinery.
We specialize in refurbishing plant and equipment and manufacture all parts in-house.
We are classified as an Essential Business, some of the industries supported by SMS include Oil & Gas, Agriculture, Power Generation, Water Authorities, Steelworks, Mining, & Building Services.
We are looking for a multi-skilled metal tradesman - First Class Machinist Mechanical Fitter.Responsibilities:· Analyzing blueprints and specifications to select appropriate materials, methods, operation sequences, and machine settings.
· Installing fabricated metal components into products and assembling metal parts and subassemblies to create machines and equipment.
· Inspecting fabricated and assembled metal parts for precision, fit, and clearance using precision measuring tools.
· Adjusting guides, stops, and other controls on machining equipment, setting up necessary cutting and shaping tools and dies, and configuring controls for textile machinery.
· Shaping metal stock and castings to precise tolerances using tools for pressing, cutting, grinding, planning, boring, and drilling.
· Cutting, threading, bending,



and installing hydraulic and pneumatic pipes and lines.
· Preparing pattern mechanisms for controlling textile machinery used in spinning, weaving, knitting, sewing, and tufting fabrics.
· Diagnosing faults, performing routine maintenance on machines, and overhauling and repairing mechanical components and fluid power systems.
· Potentially assembling and installing machines and equipment on-site.Skills Required:Education and Qualifications:Relevant qualifications 10 years of experience Experience: At least 10 years of previous fitting or similar mechanical role experience.
Hands-on experience with machinery assembly and maintenance.Technical Skills: Proficient in reading technical drawings and using precision measuring tools.
Skilled in metalworking tools and equipment.Knowledge: Understanding of mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
Familiar with safety procedures in industrial settings.Physical Abilities: Able to lift, bend, and stand for extended periods.
Good hand-eye coordination and dexterity.Problem-Solving Skills: Strong at diagnosing and troubleshooting machinery faults.
Efficient in repairs and maintenance.Communication Skills: Clear communicator with team members and supervisors.
Competent in following and providing instructions.Attention to Detail: Accurate in measurements and assembly.Certifications and Licenses: Relevant trade certifications or safety training preferred.Adaptability: Flexible with different tasks and work environments.

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