Job Brief: Nature of Employment: Permanent full-time position Working Hours: 38 hours per week Salary Range: Generous rates of pay - $85,000 and AUD $100,000 Location of Employment: 3 Arwon Court, Lonsdale SA 5160 Southern Machinery Services was established in 1986 as a specialist engineering company to provide a total engineering service to users of rotating and process machinery. We specialize in refurbishing plant and equipment and manufacture all parts in-house. We are classified as an Essential Business, some of the industries supported by SMS include Oil & Gas, Agriculture, Power Generation, Water Authorities, Steelworks, Mining, & Building Services. We are looking for a multi-skilled metal tradesman - First Class Machinist Mechanical Fitter. Responsibilities: · Analyzing blueprints and specifications to select appropriate materials, methods, operation sequences, and machine settings. · Installing fabricated metal components into products and assembling metal parts and subassemblies to create machines and equipment. · Inspecting fabricated and assembled metal parts for precision, fit, and clearance using precision measuring tools. · Adjusting guides, stops, and other controls on machining equipment, setting up necessary cutting and shaping tools and dies, and configuring controls for textile machinery. · Shaping metal stock and castings to precise tolerances using tools for pressing, cutting, grinding, planning, boring, and drilling. · Cutting, threading, bending, and installing hydraulic and pneumatic pipes and lines. · Preparing pattern mechanisms for controlling textile machinery used in spinning, weaving, knitting, sewing, and tufting fabrics. · Diagnosing faults, performing routine maintenance on machines, and overhauling and repairing mechanical components and fluid power systems. · Potentially assembling and installing machines and equipment on-site. Skills Required: Education and Qualifications: Relevant qualifications 10 years of experience Experience: At least 10 years of previous fitting or similar mechanical role experience. Hands-on experience with machinery assembly and maintenance. Technical Skills: Proficient in reading technical drawings and using precision measuring tools. Skilled in metalworking tools and equipment. Knowledge: Understanding of mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems. Familiar with safety procedures in industrial settings. Physical Abilities: Able to lift, bend, and stand for extended periods. Good hand-eye coordination and dexterity. Problem-Solving Skills: Strong at diagnosing and troubleshooting machinery faults. Efficient in repairs and maintenance. Communication Skills: Clear communicator with team members and supervisors. Competent in following and providing instructions. Attention to Detail: Accurate in measurements and assembly. Certifications and License s: Relevant trade certifications or safety training preferred. Adaptability: Flexible with different tasks and work environments.