Machine Maintenance Fitter

WA Industrial Cylinder Engineers is a privately owned industry leader specialising in the manufacture, overhaul, and repair of hydraulic cylinders for heavy mining mobile equipment. Due to continued growth, we are seeking an experienced and trade-qualified Maintenance Fitter to join our Day Shift team at our modern, well-equipped Perth workshop.

This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive tradesperson who enjoys keeping machinery and equipment operating at peak performance and is looking for long-term career stability within a busy manufacturing environment. For the right candidate, this role offers a genuine career pathway into a Maintenance Manager position as the business continues to grow.

Why Join WA Industrial Cylinder Engineers?

We believe our people are our greatest asset. That's why we invest in creating a safe, supportive, and rewarding workplace where employees can develop their skills, contribute to continuous improvement, and build long-term careers.

What We Offer

• Competitive hourly rates
• Day Shift: Monday to Friday
• Regular overtime opportunities
• Ongoing training and career development
• A genuine opportunity to progress into a Maintenance Manager role
• Clean, spacious, modern workshop with industry-leading equipment
• Strong safety culture and commitment to employee wellbeing
• Supportive team environment with an inclusive workplace culture
• Stable, long-term employment with a growing Western Australian company

About You

You are a motivated tradesperson who enjoys fault finding, preventative maintenance, and keeping production equipment operating efficiently. You will have:

• Australian recognised Mechanical Trade Certificate (Maintenance Fitter, Fitter & Turner or equivalent)

• Minimum 3 years' experience in industrial maintenance within a manufacturing or heavy engineering environment

• Strong mechanical fault-finding and diagnostic skills

• Experience maintaining CNC machinery, overhead cranes, hydraulic equipment, compressors, pumps, and general workshop plant (desirable)

• Experience working within quality management systems (ISO 9001 experience desirable)

• Current Australian C Class Driver's Licence

• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to safe work practices

• Strong communication and teamwork skills

• A proactive attitude with the ability to work independently

• Leadership potential and a desire to grow into a management role

Key Responsibilities

• Perform preventative and breakdown maintenance on workshop machinery and equipment
• Diagnose and repair mechanical faults to minimise production downtime
• Service and maintain CNC machines, lathes, mills, hydraulic equipment, compressors, overhead cranes, and general workshop plant
• Coordinate planned maintenance schedules to maximise equipment reliability
• Assist with the installation and commissioning of new machinery and equipment
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and report equipment issues
• Ensure all maintenance work is completed safely and in accordance with company procedures
• Maintain high standards of housekeeping, safety, and equipment reliability

Eligibility

Applicants must be Australian citizens, permanent residents, or hold a valid Australian work visa.