At a Glance
- Tasks: Diagnose and repair mechanical systems on fixed asphalt and blending facilities.
- Company: Fulton Hogan, a leader in infrastructure with a people-first culture.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, tool vehicle, health programs, and career development opportunities.
- Other info: Supportive environment with training for those new to the industry.
- Why this job: Join a team that values safety, community, and your personal growth.
- Qualifications: Trade qualified Mechanical Fitter with strong fault-finding skills.
The predicted salary is between 27.9 - 34.1 $ per hour.
For over 90 years, Fulton Hogan has been delivering high-quality infrastructure to improve the lives of people every day. Our 10,000+ team works in a range of environments, creating, connecting, and caring for communities across Australia, New Zealand and the South Pacific.
What’s on offer?
We’re looking for a Fixed Plant Fitter to join the team at Fulton Hogan supporting our asphalt plant operations across North Queensland, based out of Townsville. This is a hands-on role working on various fixed asphalt and blending facilities, ensuring reliability, safety, and optimal plant performance. Working Monday to Friday with overtime, shutdown work, away works, and occasional weekends available. This role offers a competitive hourly rate plus penalties, tool of the trade vehicle and superannuation.
Key Responsibilities
- Diagnose, repair, and maintain mechanical systems on fixed asphalt and blending facilities.
- Fault finding on plant machinery including conveyors, burners, pumps, and associated systems.
- Carry out preventative maintenance and breakdown repairs across fixed (and some mobile) plant.
- Assist with planned shutdowns and major maintenance activities outside of normal business hours.
- Complete field service repairs when required using a company-provided vehicle.
- Maintain accurate service records, job cards, and compliance documentation.
- Work collaboratively with operations and maintenance teams to minimise plant downtime.
What you will need
- Trade qualified Mechanical Fitter / Fixed Plant Mechanic (or equivalent).
- Experience with fixed plant, asphalt plant or quarry operations (highly regarded).
- Strong mechanical fault-finding and diagnostic skills.
- Ability to work independently and in field-based environments.
- Commitment to safety and quality workmanship.
- Current driver’s licence (HR, forklift, EWP and confined space tickets advantageous).
Want to be rewarded for the good work you do? Apply now to learn more about the applicable hourly rate and allowances.
Looking for a company that places people at the heart of everything? Our Living Safely culture ensures that we care for ourselves, each other and the communities that we work in.
Keen to progress your career? We invest in our people’s career development and provide pathways in the form of apprenticeships, traineeships, or certificate(s) opportunities. If additional tickets and licenses are required, we can help with that too.
Never worked in our industry before? We open new doors for people with transferable skills and experiences, helping them to thrive in the world of infrastructure construction. Where applicable, we provide training and support to help you succeed in the role.
Looking to enhance your wellbeing? We offer benefits, including corporate health and fitness programs, health insurance discounts, personal banking support, a range of retailer discounts, and access to our Employee Assistance Program (including your immediate family).
Want to help us better the communities we live and work in? Our purpose of creating, connecting, and caring for communities is more than a saying to us – it’s a way of thinking, working, and living because we're locals too, and seek to give back in ways that strengthen and build resilient communities.
Our people share the same set of values that keep us REAL. Respect, Energy and Effort, Attitude and Leadership are what we stand for at Fulton Hogan and encourage us to foster a diverse and inclusive culture where we listen to, care for, celebrate, and respect everyone.
We are committed to reconciliation and building and nurturing respectful relationships with First Nations peoples. Through our First Nations Engagement Strategy and Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP), we aim to promote opportunities, cultural understanding and partnerships that celebrate and acknowledge the contributions of Indigenous communities.
If our REAL values resonate with you, please submit an application for the position. If you’re not sure that you meet 100% of the selection criteria, that’s okay, we would still like to hear from you and potentially discuss how your skills could be utilised at Fulton Hogan.
Fixed Plant Mechanic employer: Fulton Hogan Ltd
Fulton Hogan is an exceptional employer that prioritises meaningful work and community impact, making it a fantastic place for a Commissioning Engineer to thrive. With over 90 years of experience, the company fosters a vibrant work culture that values courage, curiosity, and collaboration, while offering tailored training and leadership programs to support employee growth. Located in New South Wales, employees benefit from flexible working arrangements, comprehensive health and wellness programs, and a commitment to reconciliation and community engagement, ensuring a rewarding and fulfilling career path.
