The Opportunity:
Apply and expand your skills as a Trade Qualified Mechanical Fitter, Fitter Machinist or Fitter & Turner with permanent, local work offering variety and flexibility with the team at Kewpie Steel in Kingaroy.
The position can be tailored to preferences for full-time, part-time or casual to assist with workshop-based projects in Kingaroy and on-site work within the South Burnett.
The Benefits:
- Flexible full-time, part-time or casual engagement.
- Above Award pay rates reflecting your qualifications, trade skills and experience.
- Project and workplace diversity.
- Strong team culture with supportive leadership.
- Monday to Friday work week, with occasional weekend overtime available as needed.
Scope of the Role:
Duties will vary within the Kingaroy workshop and on-site within the South Burnett to include a variety of:
- Mechanical fitting and plant maintenance.
- Component assembly and fabrication.
- Facility maintenance and modifications.
- Interpreting plans and conceptual drawings.
- Mentoring Apprentices
- Maintaining high workplace safety standards.
The Successful Applicant:
The successful applicant will be able to demonstrate:
- Trade Qualifications as a Mechanical Fitter, Fitter Machinist or Fitter & Turner.
- Practical problem-solving skills with a strong mechanical aptitude.
- Welding and fabrication skills.
- Ability to read and interpret technical drawings.
- Experience in working independently to meet project deadlines.
- A reliable, team-oriented approach in the workplace.
- Availability for both workshop and client on-site work within the South Burnett.
- The ability to support and pass on skills to Apprentices.
- Strong commitment to a safe workplace.
- Current manual driver licence.
Although not essential requirements, preference will be shown to applicants also able to offer any of the following:
- Other relevant trade certificates.
- Experience with bulk handling equipment.
- A farming or rural background.
- A current forklift licence.
The Employer:
Kewpie commenced as a locally owned South Burnett business in 1968 and now includes several enterprises, including Kewpie Steel, that are operated under the iconic Kewpie banner servicing a diverse range of rural interests.
The Hours:
The workshop is open between 7.00 to 5.00 Monday to Friday with the flexibility to accommodate individually preferred working hours for full-time, part-time or casual employment.
The Pay:
An above Award pay rate will apply to reflect the level of experience, skills and qualifications available.
Applications:
Applications with a current resume should be submitted directly from this website.
Enquiries:
Enquiries may be directed to Employment Matters by calling Bob on 0429 000 139 or Edson on 0416 725 389.
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