5B is ramping up manufacturing in Adelaide and installing a brand-recent production line. We’re looking for two experienced Mechanical Fitters to help us install and commission it.
About 5B 5B is a clean technology powerhouse accelerating access to low-cost, safely deployed, gigawatt-scale solar energy. Our prefabricated solar solution, the 5B Maverick, is transforming how solar projects are built around the world by making solar simpler, faster, smarter and safer.
The Role This is a fixed-term project role of about 6 weeks, starting early January 2027. You’ll work alongside our project fitter to install a recent rollforming production line at our Salisbury South facility.
Key Responsibilities
Mechanically install, align and set up new production line equipment
Assemble and fit hydraulic, pneumatic and mechanical systems
Support commissioning, fault-finding and early troubleshooting of the line
Read and work from drawings and installation documentation
Work closely with the maintenance,
production and engineering teams to keep the project on schedule
Safety & Standards At 5B, safety comes first. You will follow all safety procedures, keep your work area secure and make sure your work meets our quality and safety standards.
What You’ll Bring
Trade qualification as a Mechanical Fitter, Fitter & Turner or Fitter/Machinist
Experience with machine or production line installation, ideally rollforming or manufacturing
Robust mechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic skills
Valid driver’s licence
Forklift and scissor/boom lift licences (highly regarded)
Available from early January 2027 for the full project
Why Join 5B? You’ll get hands-on with new manufacturing technology at a growing clean-tech company and help power the global transition to renewable energy.
Our Values: Be Safe. Be Bold. Be True. Make a Difference.
📌 Mechanical Fitter Salisbury South
🏢 5B
📍 Salisbury