About the Company
Ahrens is a fifth-generation, Australian family-owned company, with over 120 years’ experience in delivering a wide range of high-quality and cost-effective products and projects across Australia, with footprints overseas.
From humble beginnings in regional South Australia, we have grown into a full Construction, Engineering, Mining & Industrial Services, Sheds & Silos and Water Storage company which provides complete turnkey project solutions, supported by our 26 divisions.
As we continue to evolve, so does our need to heavily invest in our people and facilities for continued success.
With 450 employees across our WA divisions and close to 2,000 nationally, we are united by a positive and supportive team culture, a commitment to look after each other, be the best we can and represent a diverse range of backgrounds and skills. In return, we reward those who passionately work with us towards our vision.
About the Role
Ahrens is seeking experienced Fitters and Machinists to join our growing Mining & Industrial Services team based in Kwinana, WA.
In this role you'll be hands-on with the full range of mechanical maintenance, installation, and machining work — keeping plant and equipment running at full capacity across our industrial operations and client sites. From routine maintenance through to reactive fault-finding and shutdown work, you'll be a key part of a team that takes quality and safety seriously.
Key Accountabilities
* Fitting, assembling, and installing mechanical components including pumps, piping, valves, and rotating equipment
* Performing routine and reactive maintenance on plant equipment — pumps, motors, gearboxes, conveyors, and crushers
* Diagnosing faults, dismantling machinery, and repairing or replacing defective parts
* Aligning and levelling machinery using precision tools such as dial indicators and laser alignment equipment
* Conducting lubrication, seal changes, and bearing replacements
* Operating lathes, milling machines, and CNC machines where required
* Loading and editing CNC programs and troubleshooting machining processes
* Measuring and inspecting components using precision instruments — micrometers, vernier calipers, dial indicators
* Installing new mechanical systems during planned shutdowns
* Testing repaired equipment and completing commissioning documentation before returning to service
* Reading and interpreting mechanical drawings, schematics, and technical manuals
Essential Criteria
* Certificate III in Engineering — Mechanical Trade (Fitting & Machining or Machining) or equivalent
* Demonstrated experience in mechanical maintenance and/or machining in an industrial or mining services environment
* Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications
* Working at Heights and Confined Spaces tickets
* Current Australian driver's licence
* Strong attention to detail with a hands-on, results-focused approach
Desirable Criteria
* HRWL — Forklift and/or EWP
* Experience with CNC machining, G-code editing, and program adjustments
* Willingness to travel to other Ahrens project sites as required
Why Work at Ahrens
We are continually evolving and investing in our people and facilities to achieve satisfying outcomes. We strive for a positive and supportive team culture which embraces diversity and innovation, and aligns with our core values including commitment, integrity, and safety. In return, we reward those who passionately work towards realising our vision.
Benefits
* Employee Assistance Program, supporting you and your family’s health & wellbeing
* Discounts to some of Australia’s leading corporate partners in private health insurance, gyms, travel, clothing, vehicles and more
* Generous paid parental leave entitlements to support you and your family
* Annual Employee Donation Scheme to support a charity/cause of your choice
* Family, social and team building events
* Opportunities for career progression
How to Apply
To apply click the \"Apply Now\" to submit your updated resume and cover letter, further enquiries can be directed to ***********@ahrens.com.au
Ahrens is an Equal Opportunity employers who recognise the value in a diverse workforce. We are dedicated to promote an inclusive workplace and encourage applications from all genders and people of Indigenous backgrounds.