Mechanical Fitter in Toowoomba

RUSSELL MINERAL EQUIPMENT (RME) is a unique engineering, technology and manufacturing company.

RME provides product and service-based solutions for problems encountered in the mining and mineral processing industries.

With a history spanning more than 40 years, RME is an employer of choice employing more than 450 personnel worldwide across 12 international Sales and Service Centres.

RME is a multiple award-winning Australian exporter with a global reach of over 440 mine site locations.

RME Mill Relining Systems deliver fast, reliable and safe relines.

What is the role?

There is now an exciting opportunity for a Mechanical Fitter to join the Assembly team on a permanent full-time basis.

The Mechanical Fitter plays a key role in the efficient assembly of RME-manufactured equipment to a high standard of workmanship and safety.

The Mechanical Fitter must have a genuine interest in assembling high-quality, high-performance, special machines.

RME's 'special machines' may be any combination of mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical and electronic systems, including powerful robotic devices.

What are we looking for?

Who are we?

RUSSELL MINERAL EQUIPMENT (RME) is a unique engineering, technology and manufacturing company.

RME provides product and service-based solutions for problems encountered in the mining and mineral processing industries.

With a history spanning more than 40 years, RME is an employer of choice employing more than 450 personnel worldwide across 12 international Sales and Service Centres.

RME is a multiple award-winning Australian exporter with a global reach of over 440 mine site locations.

RME Mill Relining Systems deliver fast, reliable and safe relines.

What is the role?

There is now an exciting opportunity for a Mechanical Fitter to join the Assembly team on a permanent full-time basis.

The Mechanical Fitter plays a key role in the efficient assembly of RME-manufactured equipment to a high standard of workmanship and safety.

The Mechanical Fitter must have a genuine interest in assembling high-quality, high-performance, special machines.

RME's 'special machines' may be any combination of mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical and electronic systems, including powerful robotic devices.

What are we looking for?

• REQUIRED
• Certificate III in Engineering - Mechanical Trade or equivalent trade certificate in a relevant industry (e. g. Motor Mechanic, Diesel Fitter)
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, or a willingness to develop this skill with guidance and training.
• Basic IT skills, including MS Office Suite.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Demonstrated organisation and time management skills.
• Ability to approach situations with a positive, can-do attitude.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team-based environment.
• Commitment to Continuous Improvement initiatives.
• Proactive approach to safety, including hazard identification and Take 5s.
• Aligns with and promotes RME's values and behaviours.
• Willingness to learn, develop new skills and actively participate in training and mentoring opportunities.

DESIRABLE

• Intermediate understanding of common hydraulic systems.
• Certificate IV in Fluid Power.
• Basic understanding of electrical systems.
• Basic IT skills in MS D365 and Windchill.
• Previous experience in a manufacturing, workshop or mechanical environment (including school-based, work experience or apprenticeship placements).
• LICENCES
• Current QLD Class C Manual Driver's Licence.
• Forklift HRWL, or the ability to obtain.
• Overhead Gantry Crane Licence, or the ability to obtain.
• Dogger HRWL, or the ability to obtain.

While all relevant applications are appreciated, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Candidates applying for this role must be prepared to undergo background checks, which may include a federal police check, reference checks and a Right to Work check.