Fitter (Smeaton Grange)

We are a Heavy Vehicle Repair workshop expanding rapidly. Our highly organised and fast-paced team works together to repair and rebuild trucks for our customers. No job is too small or too complex. The experience you will get when working at Prancer will be second to none.
- Perform precision fitting of engineering components in fixed & mobile plant.
- Maintain, test and repair diesel motors and the mechanical parts of heavy equipment such as transmissions, suspension, steering mechanisms and brakes.
- Carry out manual handling of parts, use hand-tool & special tools for precision works
- Carry out scheduled maintenance, which includes oil and filter changes, engine tuning, lubricating mechanical parts, testing the engine, hydraulics, powertrain, brakes, and electrical systems, and ensuring compliance with pollution regulations.
- Perform Preventive Maintenance Checks, Assembly, and Dismantling (Overhauling) of Components like Engines, Hydraulic pumps, transmissions, final drives, etc.
- Read and interpret Engineering drawings, technical specifications and schematics.
- Attend breakdown issues and solve them by following diagnostic procedures as per the repair manual.
- Perform engineering measurements & computations.
- Maintain & repair engine cooling systems and lubrication systems in fixed & mobile plants.
- Test/charge, replace or jump-start batteries, rectify low voltage sensors & circuits.
- Diagnose and test parts with the assistance of computers
- Conduct thorough tests after being repaired for optimum performance.
- Diagnose & repair fieldbus circuits, electronic controlling system
- Repair and replace worn and defective parts, reassemble engine and mechanical components, and refer to service manuals as needed.
- Diagnose, repair & replace diesel engines, including top-end overhaul
- Service exhaust & emission control system.
- Ensure proper usage and maintenance of various measuring equipment, hand tools and special tools in the workshop.
- Update and highlight all major and repeated failures to the Workshop Manager/ Service Supervisor.
- Use personal protective equipment (PPE) and ensure protective clothing is used when required.
- Ensure all tools and equipment are in good working order and correctly calibrated measuring instruments.
- Complete work safely, ensuring all Safe Work, hazard-free and environmental requirements are met.
- Update and highlight all major and repeated failures to the Workshop Manager/ Service Supervisor.
- Actively engage in professional development to stay informed on recent technologies, methods, and industry trends, contributing to continual improvement.
- Ensure good time management is kept on all jobs and work carried out

**Qualification & Licences**:

- Trade qualification as Cert-III in Engineering (Fixed & mobile plant) is preferred.
- 5 years plus experience in service and maintenance equipment.
- Strong problem-solving/ troubleshooting skills.
- Strong attention to detail.
- Strong customer service focus.
- Forklift Licence and Safe Working at Heights (Desirable)
- Current driver’s licence (Desirable)

**Skills**:

- Have a strong adherence to WHSE and in keeping a secure workplace.
- Self-motivated and able to work independently as required.

Pay: $75,000.00
- $80,000.00 per year

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift

Work Authorisation:

- Australia (preferred)

Work Location: In person Apply on Kit Job: kitjobau.com/job/3qumyt