Fitter (General)

Fitter (General)

Feaver Tools – Welshpool, WA

Position Title: Fitter (General)

ANZSCO Code: 323211

Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent (Minimum 38 hours/week)

Location: 61 Kurnall Road, Welshpool, WA 6106

Salary Range: $77,000 – $85,000 plus superannuation

About Feaver Tools

Feaver Tools WA is a well-established Australian manufacturer specialising in the design, fabrication, and servicing of high-quality drilling equipment for the exploration and waterwell industries. Our Welshpool-based facility is home to a skilled team committed to safety, engineering precision, and continuous improvement.

Position Overview

We are currently seeking a full-time Fitter (General) to join our dynamic operations team. The role is full time involving night shift and day shift roasters.  This role is essential to the maintenance, fitting, and assembly of mechanical components across various production and plant equipment. The successful applicant will bring hands-on experience in mechanical fitting, diagnostics, and preventative maintenance, with the ability to interpret technical drawings and contribute to team-based workshop processes.

Benefits

Desirable

• Experience in a workshop or mining-related environment (including FIFO or shift work).
• Exposure to hydraulic and pneumatic systems.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary package with superannuation.
• Ongoing training and career development opportunities.
• Modern and supportive work environment with a safety-first culture.
• Visa sponsorship support may be available for eligible candidates.

Task & responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

• Fit and assemble mechanical parts, sub-assemblies, and machinery using hand tools, power tools, and welding equipment.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications to determine fitting requirements.
• Inspect and diagnose mechanical systems and carry out repairs, replacements, or adjustments.
• Conduct routine maintenance on fixed plant, mobile machinery, and hydraulic systems.
• Assist in minor welding or fabrication tasks to support assembly and maintenance workflows.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety standards in all workshop tasks.
• Liaise with engineers and supervisors to optimise performance and reliability of equipment.
• Additionally working on plant equipment

Qualification & experience

Essential Criteria – Skills required. 

• Certificate III in Engineering – Mechanical Trade or equivalent.
• Minimum of 2 years of relevant full-time experience (or 3+ years without formal qualification).
• Demonstrated experience working with mechanical components, mobile plant, or industrial machinery.
• Competence in fault diagnosis, mechanical servicing, and preventative maintenance.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and mechanical schematics.
• Basic welding or fabrication experience.
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills.
• Commitment to safety and quality assurance standards.