Mechanical Fitter

Job Description

UGL’s Mechanical Fitter role generally involves installing, maintaining, repairing and overhauling mechanical equipment at industrial, energy, resources, transport or infrastructure sites. Applicants are expected to hold a relevant mechanical trade qualification, such as Certificate III in Engineering–Mechanical Trade, and have practical experience with pumps, conveyors, rotating equipment, hydraulics or similar plant. Strong fault-finding, equipment interpretation and preventative-maintenance skills are important. Candidates should be safety-focused, physically capable, reliable and willing to work on sites, including shifts, regional locations or shutdown projects. A current driver’s licence, relevant tickets and the ability to pass medical, drug-and-alcohol and site-access requirements may also be required.

Company Info

UGL is an Australian engineering, construction and maintenance company and part of the CIMIC Group. It delivers services across energy, rail and transport, resources, water, defence, communications and industrial infrastructure. Its work includes project delivery, asset maintenance, turnarounds, upgrades and long-term operational support for government and private-sector clients. UGL employs tradespeople, engineers, project professionals and support teams across Australia, often working in complex industrial environments and regional locations. The company places strong emphasis on safety, technical capability, teamwork, environmental responsibility and reliable delivery. A Mechanical Fitter may work on fixed plant, rotating equipment, heavy machinery or major shutdown and maintenance programs, depending on the project. Employment conditions, rosters and benefits vary by contract, location and enterprise agreement.

Destination Guide

Australia offers mechanical-fitter opportunities in mining, infrastructure, rail, manufacturing, energy, defence and maintenance shutdowns, particularly in Western Australia, Queensland, New South Wales and South Australia. Workplace culture is generally practical, safety-conscious and team-oriented, with direct communication and strong expectations around punctuality and compliance. Lifestyle ranges from major-city living to remote-site accommodation and fly-in fly-out rosters. Wages can be attractive, although housing and daily expenses are high in major cities and mining regions. Skilled workers may explore employer-sponsored visas, the Temporary Skill Shortage pathway, skilled state or territory nomination, or regional programs, subject to occupation lists and eligibility. Recognition of trade qualifications, English-language evidence, health checks and police clearances may be required. Before relocating, confirm the job’s roster, allowances, accommodation, visa sponsorship, taxation, insurance and professional licensing arrangements.