Qualified Mechanical Fitter – Industrial Process Equipment

About JLE

John Leaver Engineering Services Pty Ltd (JLE) is an ISO-certified maintenance and engineering company based in St Marys, specialising in the design, fabrication, installation, and maintenance of process plant and equipment within the water and infrastructure industries.

With over 25 years of industry experience and continued growth, we are seeking an experienced Qualified Mechanical Fitter – Industrial / Process Equipment to join our skilled team.

This is an excellent opportunity for a trade-qualified Mechanical Fitter looking for varied project work across workshop fabrication, mechanical assembly, installation, and maintenance of specialised industrial equipment.

The role is primarily workshop-based, with occasional site work supporting water infrastructure, industrial facilities, and project installations across Sydney and surrounding areas.

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About the Role

As a Mechanical Fitter with JLE, you will be responsible for the mechanical assembly, installation, servicing, and maintenance of industrial process equipment and associated systems.

Your role will include:

• Mechanical fitting, assembly, installation, and maintenance of industrial equipment

• Installation and alignment of pumps, gearboxes, motors, valves, and mechanical components

• Assembly and installation of process equipment, pipework, and fabricated components

• Reading and interpreting engineering drawings, fabrication drawings, and technical documentation

• Precision fitting, measuring, drilling, grinding, and modification of components

• Troubleshooting mechanical issues and carrying out repairs and maintenance activities

• Assisting with shutdown works, site installations, and commissioning activities

• Working alongside boilermakers, welders, and project teams to deliver quality outcomes

• Ensuring all work is completed safely, efficiently, and to a high standard

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About You

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Trade qualification as a Mechanical Fitter (Certificate III Engineering – Mechanical Trade or equivalent)

• Proven experience within an industrial, manufacturing, process, or infrastructure environment

• Experience working with pumps, valves, gearboxes, motors, pipework, and mechanical systems

• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications

• Strong mechanical fault-finding and problem-solving skills

• Experience with equipment installation, alignment, and commissioning

• Ability to work independently and as part of a small, experienced team

• A strong focus on safety, quality, and attention to detail

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Essential Requirements

• Certificate III Engineering – Mechanical Trade or equivalent

• Current Driver’s Licence

• Construction White Card

• Ability to complete site inductions and comply with customer safety requirements

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Desirable Qualifications

• Forklift Licence

• Working at Heights

• Confined Space Training

• EWP Licence

• Dogging and/or Rigging Licence

• Experience within water treatment, process plants, or industrial infrastructure environments

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Why Join JLE?

• Long-term, stable employment with an established and growing engineering company

• Variety of industrial projects across fabrication, installation, and maintenance

• Clean, well-equipped workshop environment

• Supportive team culture with strong safety and quality standards

• Opportunity to work on specialised process equipment and infrastructure projects

• Work alongside experienced tradespeople in a professional engineering environment

• Competitive remuneration package based on experience and capability

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If you are a skilled Industrial Mechanical Fitter who takes pride in quality workmanship and enjoys challenging, varied project work, we would like to hear from you.