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Rockhampton

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Mechanical Fitter
Weir Minerals 
Rockhampton
Full Time - Permanent
Workshop based


We are searching for an experienced Mechanical Fitter to assist with repairing and maintaining products delivered to the Service Centre and in Customer operations.

Offering a family friendly Monday to Friday roster and much more:

  • Monday - Thursday 6am - 2.30pm

  • Friday 6am - 12pm

  • Overtime available weekly

  • All uniforms, tools and PPE provided.

  • Above industry standard superannuation of 12%

Key Responsibilities:

  • Stripping, repairing and reporting on pumps at our Service Centre

  • Maintaining and repairing all products in accordance with the Service Centre Quality Manual.

  • Making recommendations for improvements to current products, services and procedures.

  • Be fully and actively involved in implementing the Weir Production System at their Rebuild Centre

  • Visiting mine sites during shutdown periods to provide additional support. Stripping, repairing and reporting on Customer pumps delivered to the Rockhampton Service Centre.

  • Occasionally, stripping, repairing and reporting on pumps at Customer operations.

  • Occasional travelling to and from Customer operations, with periods away from home.

Job Knowledge / Education and Qualifications

  • Cert III – Mechanical Engineering/Fitting & Turning 

  • Experience in mechanical fitting in a workshop and onsite environments

  • Experience leading and mentoring a team of fitters

  • Well developed written and verbal communication skills

  • High Risk Fork lift ticket - required

  • Overhead crane & doggers ticket - highly desirable

  • Current Drivers License

Applications will close 15th February 2026

Why choose Weir: 
Be part of a global organization dedicated to building a better future: At Weir, the growing world depends on us. It depends on us constantly reinventing, quickly adapting and continually finding better, faster, more sustainable ways to access the resources it needs to thrive. And it depends on each of us doing the best work of our lives. It’s a big challenge – but it is exciting. 
 
An opportunity to grow your own way: Everything moves fast in the dynamic world of Weir. This creates opportunities for us to take on new challenges, explore new areas, learn, progress and excel. Best of all, there is no set path that our people must take. Instead, everyone is given the support and freedom to tailor-make their own career and do the best work of their lives. 
 
Feel empowered to be yourself and belong: Weir is a welcoming, inclusive place, where each individual’s contribution is recognized and all employees are encouraged to innovate, collaborate and be themselves. We continually focus on people and their wellbeing. We believe in fairness and choose to be honest, transparent and authentic in everything we do. 

Founded in 1871, Weir is a world leading engineering business with a purpose to make mining operations smarter, more efficient and sustainable. Thanks to Weir’s technology, our customers can produce essential metals and minerals using less energy, water and waste at lower cost. With the increasing need for metals and minerals for climate change solutions, Weir colleagues are playing their part in powering a low carbon future. We are a global family of 11,000 uniquely talented people in over 60 counties, inspiring each other to do the best work of our lives.


For additional information about what it is like to work at Weir, please visit our Career Page and LinkedIn Life Page.

Weir is committed to an inclusive and diverse workplace. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, age, or any other legally protected status. 

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Other facts

Tech stack
Mechanical Fitting,Repairing Pumps,Maintaining Products,Quality Manual Compliance,Team Leadership,Mentoring,Communication Skills,Forklift Operation,Overhead Crane Operation

About Weir

Weir MOTION METRICS™ is a Canadian mining technology division that enables a new generation of safe, smart, and sustainable mining. Based in Vancouver, B.C., the company joined forces with Weir, one of the world’s leading engineering businesses, to empower mines by developing and deploying advanced monitoring solutions that address the industry’s toughest challenges.

A diverse and tight-knit team of 100+ engineers, scientists, and professionals, Weir Motion Metrics colleagues share a passion for driving industry change through innovation by leveraging leading-edge, rugged camera technology and artificial intelligence. Through deep collaboration and industry expertise, Weir MOTION METRICS™ prioritizes customer partnerships in productivity and safety. Serving the mining market since 1999, then joining Weir in 2021, MOTION METRICS™ is proud to be Weir’s first-ever center of excellence for artificial intelligence and machine vision technology.

Visit our Careers page: https://weir.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/WeirExternalCareers/jobs?q=Weir+Motion+Metrics

Team size: 51-200 employees
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Industry: Mining

What you'll do

  • The Mechanical Fitter will be responsible for stripping, repairing, and reporting on pumps at the Service Centre and customer operations. They will also maintain products according to the Service Centre Quality Manual and implement improvements.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does a Fitter do at Weir?

As a Fitter at Weir, you will: the Mechanical Fitter will be responsible for stripping, repairing, and reporting on pumps at the Service Centre and customer operations. They will also maintain products according to the Service Centre Quality Manual and implement improvements..

Why join Weir as a Fitter?

Weir is a leading Mining company.

Is the Fitter position at Weir remote?

The Fitter position at Weir is based in Rockhampton, Queensland, Australia. Contact the company through Clera for specific work arrangement details.

How do I apply for the Fitter position at Weir?

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