With over 35 years’ experience in servicing local industry within metropolitan Melbourne, Inver Engineering has developed into a substantial and respected engineering firm. With our clientele base primarily within the rail industry, we also apply our expertise to the steel, ports, oil & gas and manufacturing industries. Based in Altona, we service the breadth of Australia.

New projects, ongoing operational requirements and continuous workflow has resulted in opportunities to further expand our day shift operations, and we now seek experienced and trade qualified Mechanical Fitters (Fitter/Turner) to join our operations servicing rolling stock.

What you will do:

- Working Hours of Monday to Thursday 6am to 2:30pm, Friday 6am to 12pm
- Your role will encompass a variety of different trade requirements. From inspection, measurement, disassembly and assembly, install and testing of various rolling stock (train/tram) componentry through to undertaking overhauls and repairs on train bogies and wheel sets, train/tram gear boxes along with fitting and machining work on other Rail related components;
- Those with previous operational experience in manual machining (borers/lathes) and/or gear box rebuilds will be viewed favourably;
- Strong hand and power tool use;
- Precision measurement skills, working with fine tolerances;
- Working within a diverse dynamic team environment;
- Be responsible for the quality of your work.

Qualifications & Skills:

- Applicants MUST have full Australian working rights.
- Applicants who require and/or seeking sponsorship WILL NOT be considered.




- Applicants MUST possess Australian recognised qualifications as a Fitter and Turner, Mechanical Fitter or Certificate III in Engineering – Mechanical Trade;
- Previous experience in component overhauls and rebuilds ideally in rail, automotive, defence, manufacturing, aviation, or other like industries.
- Perform mechanical related tasks such as overhaul, diagnostic maintenance, strip and reassembly of mechanical equipment.
- Use a range of precision measurement equipment, machinery, hand and power tools.
- Strong comprehension skills, ability to complete compliance documents and follow OEM specs and ITP's (Inspection & Test Plans)

To be successful you will have:

- Previous rolling stock experience (desirable)
- Safety orientation and willingness to learn and continuously develop
- Eye for detail, sound documentation and record keeping traits
- High-level problem-solving skills and ability to work as part of a dynamic team
- Exceptional work ethic and ability to follow work procedures
- Strong interpersonal skills and can-do attitude.
- Desire to drive innovation and exceed expectation.
- Valid Australian Driver’s Licence
- Full working rights within Australia.

Highly Regarded:

- Extensive mechanical fitting experience
- Valid High Risk Work Licence (preference for WP, DG, LF)

What we offer:





- Stability, security and long-term career prospects
- Competitive rates and conditions
- Comprehensive internal training, induction and orientation programs
- Supportive management and a collaborative team environment, with a family focus
- Regular overtime hours for interested parties.

Possessing a positive attitude and keen to work in a workshop environment with a strong focus on teamwork, you’ll ultimately be seeking stability, security and a solid team environment from your next employer.

Diversity

We are an equal opportunity employer and is committed to principles of diversity and inclusion. Applications from all nationalities, genders, and cultural backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders are encouraged to apply.

At Inver, we are committed to creating an environment of mutual respect, inclusion and collaboration. We value and support diversity in our workplace and we believe that our personnel remain paramount to our success.

How To Apply

If you think you have the skills and attributes we are looking for, and would like to join the team at Inver, send through your resume.

Please note, screening and interviews may take place prior to the advertised close date.

Please note that relevant screening checks will be conducted as part of the recruitment process. This includes undergoing a pre-employment medical assessment including drug and alcohol screen.

Applicants MUST have full Australian working rights.

Recruitment Agency and Labour Hire companies are not required to fulfil this role.

📌 Mechanical Fitters (Rail/Rolling Stock) Sought (Altona)
🏢 Inver Engineering
📍 Altona