About Select Plant Australia

Select Plant Australia is one of the largest specialist plant hire service providers in Australia, playing an integral role in the delivery of a wide variety of high-quality and innovative construction projects as part of the Laing O'Rourke Group.

Our primary driver is to guarantee the provision of the highest quality plant and associated services to Laing O'Rourke construction projects and the wider market. Select Plant Australia provides a full service offering through it six major plant categories of Rail, Civil/Heavy Plant, Cranes, Fleet, General Plant and Site Solutions (accommodation and buildings).

Laing O'Rourke has grown into a $6 billion international engineering enterprise dedicated to challenging and changing the face of construction worldwide, Select Plant Australia has mirrored the growth of the parent company, servicing a larger portfolio of projects with a significant growth strategy in coming years.

Select Plant Australia is the only total solutions provider within the plant industry and continues to grow and maintain one of the broadest plant ranges and capabilities within its global markets.

About The Role

Select Plant Australia is currently recruiting for an experienced Mechanical Fitter with rail industry experience/qualifications. This role will be located at the Select Plant Australia – Laverton Depot on a full-time basis.

The role is to diagnose, fault find and repair equipment in a timely manner and effective customer service whilst on site. You'll be part of a broader team of like minded individuals working in a dynamic environment.

Key Responsibilities

To work as a team member in carrying out the activities of the workshop team which include (but are not limited to):

 Applying technical skills as per trade in all areas of work;

• Hire equipment maintenance and repairs
• Repairs, major and minor, to equipment, machinery, plant and vehicles
• Utilise/Maintain small items of equipment, plant, personal protective equipment and clothing and tools (hand and power)
• Contribute to the maintenance and scheduling of equipment within service interval schedules (as per the internal processes)
• Willingness to travel to support remote projects (as required)
• Testing on equipment, machinery, plant and vehicles
• Obtain consumables and parts from the store manager and complete all paperwork (as necessary)
• Ensuring environmental compliance with cleaning, workshop waste products etc.

Undertake with the directions, general guidance and objectives conveyed by the Leading Hand and Workshop Manager, and ensuring all work is conducted safely and to the required standard;

• Support the role of the Leading Hand by providing assistance with developing and implementing workshop programs
• Undertake administrative responsibilities, including completion of standard workplace documentation (e.g. site safety documentation, standard forms, timesheets etc), to the required standard and within the required timeframes
• Ensure compliance with occupational health and safety (OH&S) and environmental requirements specific to the branch
• Undertake other relevant duties as directed, consistent within your skill competence and training

About You

In order to be considered for the role, you'll need to hold the minimum requirements below:

• Previous rail-track experience (essential)
• Mechanical Trade Certificate (or equivalent)
• Australian Driver's Licence - Manual C Class (minimum)
• Australian Construction Induction Card (Blue/White Card)
• Current Fire Extinguisher Test and Tag Certificate (ideal, but not essential)
• Current Test and Tag Certificate (ideal, but not essential)
• Rail Industry Worker (RIW) Card (ideal, but not essential)
• Able to complete and pass a pre-employment medical

Benefits

We work hard to create an environment that brings out the best in our people. We believe in building careers through providing a safe, connected and innovative culture that supports ongoing growth and development. We offer industry-leading benefits such as specialised learning and development programs, a mental health and wellbeing program, industry leading paid parental leave policy, family friendly work practices, additional purchased leave option and coaching programs for staff on parental leave.

Diversity & Inclusion

We are committed to building a workforce that reflects the diverse society in which we live and work. We recognise the increasing importance of flexible work arrangements and family friendly work practices to enable and maintain a diverse, adaptive and high performing workforce.

As a proud RAP organisation, Laing O'Rourke is committed to achieving a diverse workforce and strongly encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders and people from culturally diverse backgrounds. Download our Innovate Reconciliation Action Plan at www.laingorourke.com.

***Applications from recruitment agencies will not be considered***