Downer
Leading provider of integrated services across Australia and New Zealand, delivering infrastructure solutions.
Mechanical Fitter
Perform mechanical fitting, repairs and preventative maintenance for base services.
Job Highlights
About the Role
The role offers a broad scope of responsibilities, including mechanical fitting, repairs, and minor machinery maintenance in support of base‑specific PAS activities. It requires ensuring plant, equipment, and systems are maintained to required standards through responsive and preventative maintenance. The incumbent will apply trade expertise to maintain operational readiness, contribute to hazard and risk management, and support a safe and compliant working environment. Downer plans, creates, and sustains essential public services across Australia and New Zealand, managing critical infrastructure from hospitals to data centres and defence partnerships. The sovereign‑owned, ASX‑listed company has received the Estate & Infrastructure Business of the Year award (2025) and Prime Contractor of the Year (2024, 2025). With over 80 years supporting the Australian Defence Force, its Base and Estate Management team delivers innovative solutions to both the ADF and New Zealand Defence Force. • Perform mechanical fitting, repairs, and minor machinery maintenance for base PAS activities • Maintain plant, equipment, and systems to required standards with responsive and preventative maintenance • Apply trade expertise to ensure operational readiness, manage hazards and risks, and support a safe compliant environment • Provide proven preventative and corrective maintenance of mechanical plant and equipment
Key Responsibilities
- ▸mechanical fitting
- ▸machinery repairs
- ▸preventative maintenance
- ▸corrective maintenance
- ▸hazard management
- ▸safety compliance
What You Bring
Candidates should have post‑trade experience in mechanical fitting or maintenance services and demonstrated experience in preventative and corrective maintenance of mechanical plant and equipment. Required qualifications include a Certificate III in Engineering – Mechanical Trade, a current open driver’s licence, and the ability to obtain and retain Defence Security Clearance (Australian citizenship required). Desirable certifications are Confined Space Entry and White Card. A strong work ethic, positive attitude, and commitment to high‑quality outcomes are essential. • Demonstrate post‑trade experience in mechanical fitting or maintenance services • Hold a Certificate III in Engineering – Mechanical Trade • Possess Confined Space Entry Certification and White Card (desired) • Maintain a current open driver’s licence • Obtain and retain Defence Security Clearance (Australian citizenship required) • Exhibit strong work ethic, positive attitude, and commitment to high‑quality outcomes
Requirements
- ▸mechanical fitting
- ▸certificate iii
- ▸confined space
- ▸white card
- ▸driver's licence
- ▸security clearance
Benefits
Downer promotes a high‑performance culture and a strong commitment to diversity. Employees benefit from training and development to diversify their careers, with 30 % of vacancies filled internally, providing real advancement opportunities. Perks@Downer includes healthcare discounts, retail and car purchase savings, and an Employee Assistance Program offering professional support for staff and families. As a WORK180 endorsed employer, Downer offers flexible work arrangements, inclusive leadership, and equitable access to opportunities. • Access training and development programs to diversify your career • Benefit from internal career progression with 30 % of vacancies filled internally • Enjoy Perks@Downer such as healthcare discounts, retail and car purchase savings • Receive Employee Assistance Program support for you and your family • Work with flexible arrangements and inclusive leadership as a WORK180 endorsed employer
Work Environment
Onsite