Fitter (General) Location: Karratha, Western Australia
Employment Type: Full-Time
Salary: AUD $70,000–$90,000 per annum

About the Opportunity

Our client, NORWEST, is a growing Civil Construction & Logistics Company based in the Karratha and Wickham area of Western Australia. They are currently seeking a qualified and experienced Fitter (General) to join their growing team.
This is an excellent prospect for a reliable, motivated and safety-focused fitter seeking a stable full-time position with a supportive, down-to-earth team.
About the Role As a Fitter (General), you will be responsible for the inspection, maintenance, repair and servicing of a range of plant, machinery and equipment used across civil construction and logistics operations.
Key responsibilities include:

- Inspect, maintain and repair mechanical plant, machinery and equipment
- Diagnose mechanical faults and determine appropriate repair and maintenance requirements
- Carry out preventative and scheduled maintenance on equipment
- Dismantle, inspect, repair and reassemble mechanical components and machinery
- Perform mechanical repairs and adjustments to plant and equipment
- Conduct servicing and routine maintenance in accordance with manufacturer and workplace requirements
- Carry out welding, fabrication and fitting work where required
- Inspect machinery and equipment to identify faults, wear and potential safety issues
- Replace worn, damaged or defective mechanical components
- Conduct testing and operational checks following repairs and maintenance
- Complete maintenance records, service reports and other required documentation accurately
- Conduct pre-start inspections and report equipment faults or maintenance requirements
- Ensure all work is completed in accordance with workplace health and safety procedures
- Maintain tools,



equipment and work areas in a safe and orderly condition
- Liaise professionally with supervisors, operators and other team members
- Assist with general mechanical and maintenance activities as required
- Perform overtime when required to meet operational requirements

Skills and Experience To be successful in this role, you will have:

- Relevant trade qualification as a Fitter (General) or equivalent
- Previous experience working as a fitter in civil construction, heavy equipment, mining, logistics or a related industry
- Demonstrated experience in mechanical maintenance, repairs and servicing
- Strong fault-finding and diagnostic skills
- Experience working with mobile plant, machinery and mechanical equipment
- Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, manuals and specifications
- Experience with preventative and scheduled maintenance
- Strong understanding of safe mechanical work practices and workplace safety requirements
- Ability to use a range of mechanical tools and equipment safely and effectively
- Good organisational and time-management skills
- Ability to complete maintenance records and documentation accurately
- Good communication skills and ability to work effectively with others
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
- Reliable, positive and professional attitude
- Flexibility and willingness to perform overtime when required

Essential Requirements
- Relevant trade qualification in Fitting and/or Mechanical Engineering
- Demonstrated experience as a Fitter (General)
- Relevant experience maintaining and repairing plant, machinery and mechanical equipment
- Ability to meet workplace and site safety requirements
- Ability to successfully complete a pre-employment medical
- Ability to successfully complete a drug and alcohol screen
- Two contactable employment referees

📌 Fitter General (Karratha)
🏢 MW Employment Solutions
📍 Karratha