Maintenance Technician (Fitter or Boilermaker)

Join a 2026 AFR BOSS Best Places to Work Gold Winner and 2026 Sustainability Champion recognised by the World Steel Association. Play a key role in shaping our performance across our InfraBuildManufacturing business.

As a Maintenance Improvement Technician at our Newcastle site, you will play a key role in improving equipment reliability and reducing downtime through practical, hands‑on mechanical work. You will work closely with maintenance technicians, operators, and engineering teams to identify recurring issues, implement targeted fixes, trial improvement initiatives, and support projects that enhance the performance and safety of the Contistretch plant.

This role is ideal for an experienced Fitter or Boilermaker who enjoys problem solving, continuous improvement, and hands on mechanical work. While primarily focused on practical, on‑the‑tools improvements, you will also contribute to planning and maintenance systems where required.

What you will be doing:

Identify chronic mechanical issues and deliver practical solutions to improve reliability

Conduct hands‑on mechanical repairs, modifications, and improvement works

Assist in implementing preventive strategies and provide input into maintenance plans

Support the Contistretch Superintendent to improve equipment performance and reliability

Contribute to the management and upkeep of master data, CMMS inputs, and improvement records

Assist with contractor coordination or small project tasks as required

Monitor critical spares and equipment condition

Apply and promote safe work practices to support a strong safety culture

You will be rewarded with:





Full time permanent position with paid personal and annual leave

Participation in Quarterly Incentive Plan

Genuine career progression and development opportunities

A supportive, collaborative and close-knit team environment

Fortnightly team BBQ’s

About the role

Join a 2026 AFR BOSS Best Places to Work Gold Winner and 2026 Sustainability Champion recognised by the World Steel Association. Play a key role in shaping our performance across our InfraBuildManufacturing business.

As a Maintenance Improvement Technician at our Newcastle site, you will play a key role in improving equipment reliability and reducing downtime through practical, hands‑on mechanical work. You will work closely with maintenance technicians, operators, and engineering teams to identify recurring issues, implement targeted fixes, trial improvement initiatives, and support projects that enhance the performance and safety of the Contistretch plant.

This role is ideal for an experienced Fitter or Boilermaker who enjoys problem solving, continuous improvement, and hands on mechanical work. While primarily focused on practical, on‑the‑tools improvements, you will also contribute to planning and maintenance systems where required.

What you will be doing:

- Identify chronic mechanical issues and deliver practical solutions to improve reliability




- Conduct hands‑on mechanical repairs, modifications, and improvement works
- Assist in implementing preventive strategies and provide input into maintenance plans
- Support the Contistretch Superintendent to improve equipment performance and reliability
- Contribute to the management and upkeep of master data, CMMS inputs, and improvement records
- Assist with contractor coordination or small project tasks as required
- Monitor critical spares and equipment condition
- Apply and promote safe work practices to support a strong safety culture

You will be rewarded with:

- Full time permanent position with paid personal and annual leave
- Participation in Quarterly Incentive Plan
- Genuine career progression and development opportunities
- A supportive, collaborative and close-knit team workplace
- Fortnightly team BBQ’s

Primary Benefits:

We offer a range of benefits designed to support you at work and beyond:

- Access to long service leave after 5 years: Employees who are not covered by an Enterprise Agreement can access accrued Long Service Leave (LSL) at the rate of 1.3 weeks per year of service after 5 years continuous service.
- Paid parental leave that goes further - 20 weeks paid Primary Carer Leave and 3 weeks Partner Leave, plus superannuation contributions during unpaid leave (eligibility applies)
- Health cover at discounted rates - Access corporate rates with nib Health Insurance to support you and your family
- Everyday savings - Access a wide range of employee discounts across major brands including retail, travel and lifestyle
- Support when you need it - Confidential counselling and wellbein

📌 Maintenance Technician (Newcastle)
🏢 Infrabuild
📍 Newcastle