Fitter

Ventia, in partnership with the Australian Defence Force are currently seeking a Fitter to join the team at Bandiana Defence Base located near Wodonga.

This role will see you perform all trade related tasks associated with the maintenance and repair of vehicles, plant and equipment. In addition to this, you will operate machinery and assist in non-mechanical maintenance and construction tasks as required.

This full-time opportunity offers 38 hours a week, Monday to Friday with a total payrate of $40.86 per hour.  

About the role:

• Perform maintenance, servicing, repairs, and preventative maintenance on base
• Undertake as instructed by the Site Supervisor other tasks
• Safely operate machinery and tools and assist in non-mechanical maintenance and construction as required
• Certify plant and equipment as serviceable and fit for purpose
• Complete tasks within assigned time and budgetary constraints, escalating matters that will compromise these constraints at the earliest opportunity
• Uniform, training and tools will be provided

About you:

• Possess a recognisable Trade Certificate III of Proficiency in Engineering Mechanical (Fitter & Turner) or equivalent
• Previous relevant experience
• Willing to complete Defence specific training courses
• Must have valid Driver’s License
• Physically fit and enjoy hands-on and physically demanding work

What We Offer You:

Ventia have also partnered with some reputable organisations to be able to offer discounts on Health Insurance, Banking (new home loans, credit cards, everyday bank accounts), flights & accommodation, car hire, car leasing and much more, we also offer the following:

• A flexible, supportive and inclusive work environment where you matter.
• We take our people's careers seriously, helping them to learn and grow.
• There's nothing more important to us than keeping our people and the public safe.
• We look after each other and foster our people's wellbeing.

Ventia is enriched by the diverse experiences, talents and cultures that our people bring to the organisation, while celebrating and respecting the communities we operate in. We are committed to providing a safe and positive environment that provides equal opportunities for individuals of all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, Māori and Pasifika people, LGTBQI+, Women, Veterans and spouses and people with disabilities.

You must be an Australian Citizen and have the ability to maintain a Defence clearance in order to be eligible for these positions, as well as be able to pass an Australian Federal Police Check.

Click APPLY NOW if this sounds like you or email milan.johnstone@skoutsolutions.com for further information.

Position Reference Number: 159681