About us
Marand is a leading global supplier of precision engineered solutions to a range of industries including Rail, Mining, Aerospace, Space, Automotive and Defence. We design and manufacture innovative and robust manufacturing solutions for predominantly blue-chip companies including Rio Tinto, BHP, Roy Hill, Boeing, Lockheed Martin, BAE Systems, Blue Scope Steel.
At Marand we count some of the world’s largest miners and rollingstock operators as our customers. We have supplied a range of automated rolling stock maintenance facilities for our clients and their operations in the Pilbara and around Australia.
These facilities operate day and night providing regular maintenance on ore cars and locomotives. Using automated cranes, lifting and jacking equipment, wheelset and wheel handling equipment and AGVs, we help to eliminate the risks of manual handling and line-of-fire operations and greatly improve productivity and efficiency in remote operations.
Marand appreciates the value created by a diverse workforce and we pride ourselves on fostering an inclusive environment. We encourage candidates of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander background to apply.
Position Overview
At Marand we believe that diversity and inclusion drive innovation and excellence. We are excited to announce an opportunity for an experienced trade qualified Fitter and Turner to join our team.
As we expand our footprint in Karratha, we strongly encourage Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander candidates to apply. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment as we advance our business to more accurately reflect the world around us.
This is an exciting opportunity to join our team based at a major client site in the Pilbara region of Western Australia.
Our family-friendly roster provides a well-managed work life balance, ensuring you spend more time with your family, by developing the flexibility and time for you to do the things outside of work, that matter most to you.
Join our inclusive and supportive team, where we prioritise your wellbeing and growth by ensuring that every team member feels valued and safe.
Key responsibilities of the role
- Represent Marand at customers’ sites.
- Perform required repairs and/or replacement of parts.
- Perform routine and preventive maintenance for the purpose of ensuring the ongoing optimal functionality of required tools and equipment.
- Assist other trades personnel as required for the purpose of completion of works activities (eg. commissioning, on-site repair/servicing, fault finding).
- Prepare documentation and reports such as pre and post service reports, SWMS, maintenance schedules, etc.
- Work closely with the customer to build relationships to maintain / improve up time on equipment.
Essential Technical Skills and Qualifications
- Proficient in the disassembly, assembly, and repair of a variety of machines and components.
- Trade qualifications in Fitting & Turning or similar and previous experience within an engineering/manufacturing environment
- Perform basic testing on all equipment systems.
- Strong interest in equipment technology, as well as demonstrated mechanical ability.
- Understanding of engineering drawings.
Desirable Skills and Qualifications
- Previous experience as a service technician will be highly regarded.
- Solid understanding and previous experience of hydraulics and pneumatics
- Confined Space Entry Qualifications.
- Forklift Driver Qualifications.
- EWP tickets.
- Heavy Ridged Truck Licence.
- Working at Heights.
Benefits of working at Marand
- Supportive of diverse experiences.
- Purpose-driven and community-minded.
- Enjoy a supportive team culture with mentoring and professional development opportunities.
- Support the integration of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander knowledge and cultural perspectives into our work.
- Career pathways for diverse team members through training programs.
- Flexible working arrangements.
- You will be eligible for subsidized housing zone allowance.
As part of our recruitment process, successful candidates will be required to complete a police check and pre-employment medical assessment.
Valid working rights in Australia are required.
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