Machinist / Fitter and Turner (Hydraulic Cylinders)
Join a dynamic team working on heavy equipment maintenance and hydraulic systems in a fast-paced mining environment.
Position Date: 14th April, 2025
Cooper Fluid Systems, with a national network across Australia, provides hydraulic, pneumatic, lubrication, and fluid transfer solutions. We specialise in designing, manufacturing, installing, and commissioning cutting-edge systems and technologies for customers throughout Australia.
About Your New Role:
Due to continued growth, we are seeking an experienced workshop-based Fitter / Machinist to join our high-performing team in Port Hedland, Western Australia.
Responsibilities include:
* Performing work to required standards within set timeframes
* Reading and interpreting job specifications, technical drawings, and schematics
* Operating heavy machinery, hand tools, and lifting equipment
* Manufacturing parts to drawings, making sketches
* Maintaining equipment, tools, and work area
* Maintaining documentation and service records
* Mentoring apprentices
* General mechanical fitting work
* Ensuring safety and compliance with WHS procedures
* Reconditioning hydraulic cylinders
* Disassembly, inspection, measurement, and reporting
* Assembly and testing of cylinders
Qualifications and Skills:
* Relevant Trade Qualifications: Machinist or First-Class Machinist
* Experience in a workshop environment and machining procedures
* Ability to read technical specifications and drawings
* Experience operating manual lathe and milling machines
* Precision work with fine tolerances
* Proficiency in screw cutting, boring, and grooving
* Experience machining various materials
* Forklift ticket and MIG welding (desirable)
* Good communication, time management, and organization skills
* Valid driver’s license, own transport, safety-conscious mindset
Benefits:
* Attractive remuneration and bonus incentives
* Flexible rosters
* FIFO or residential housing options
* Long-term career growth opportunities
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to safe work practices. Potential employees may undergo pre-employment medical, drug and alcohol testing, and police checks. We value your privacy and handle all personal information according to the Privacy Act.
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