Shutdown Fitter

Multiple Shutdowns & Projects | Competitive Rates | Ongoing Opportunities

We are looking for experienced Mechanical Fitters to join our team for a busy shutdown and project season across Auckland and the Central North Island.

With multiple industrial shutdowns and projects coming up, we are looking for reliable fitters who are keen to secure good hours and move between projects throughout the season.

The Work

Depending on the shutdown or project, your work may include:

• Industrial mechanical fitting and maintenance
• Plant shutdown and preventative maintenance
• Removal, repair and installation of mechanical equipment
• Pumps, motors, bearings, conveyors and gearboxes
• Pipework, valves and associated equipment
• Equipment strip-downs and rebuilds
• Working alongside welding, fabrication and maintenance crews
• General shutdown and project mechanical work

What We’re Looking For

Ideally, you will have:

• Mechanical Fitter / Fitter Turner trade qualification or strong equivalent experience
• Previous shutdown, heavy industrial or plant maintenance experience
• Strong mechanical fault-finding and fitting skills
• Confined Space and Gas Testing – advantageous
• Working at Heights – advantageous
• Current Site Safe – advantageous
• Ability to pass pre-employment requirements
• Reliable transport and a strong work ethic

What’s On Offer

• Competitive shutdown rates
• Multiple shutdowns and projects across Auckland and the Central North Island
• Opportunities for ongoing work throughout the shutdown/project season
• Good hours with overtime available on selected projects
• Opportunity to work with established engineering and industrial contractors
• Potential to move from one shutdown/project directly onto the next

Whether you are looking to fill gaps between projects or want to line up multiple shutdowns for the season, we want to hear from you.

Apply now with your CV and current tickets/certifications, or email [email protected] and we’ll discuss the upcoming shutdowns that best suit your experience and availability.