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Maintenance Fitter
Role summary
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The Maintenance Fitter is responsible for inspecting, repairing and maintaining mechanical equipment, machinery and plant systems at BlueScope Steel’s Australian operations. Candidates generally require a relevant mechanical trade qualification, such as Certificate III in Engineering – Mechanical Trade, strong fault-finding skills and practical experience in heavy industry, manufacturing or steel production. Experience with hydraulics, pneumatics, bearings, pumps, conveyors and preventative maintenance is valuable. A commitment to workplace health and safety, quality procedures and environmental standards is essential. The successful candidate is expected to work effectively within a team, respond to breakdowns, complete maintenance records and participate in shift work, overtime or rostered schedules when required. A valid Australian work right and relevant licences may also be required.
Can I work in Australia?
Never pay anyone for a visa or a job offer. A real employer pays the permit costs and never asks you for money.
How it works
How it works: Production workers and machine operators are not on the Core Skills list; fitters, welders, metal fabricators, engineers and production managers are, at AUD 79,423+.
Before you apply: Some places test factory skills first: Japan's Specified Skilled Worker visa usually asks for a skills test and basic Japanese, and in Singapore, metal workers on a Work Permit must pass a safety course within 3 months of arriving.
Watch for: Factory floor jobs cannot be sponsored; trades such as fitters and welders can be, if pay reaches AUD 79,423 a year; check whether your trade needs an assessment.
Official source: Federal Register of Legislation: Core Skills Occupation List (Subclass 482 instrument, LIN 24/089). Checked November 2026.
What the job usually comes with in Australia
Usual for Manufacturing jobs in Australia, varies by employer. Checked November 2026.
| Housing | Varies by employer |
|---|---|
| Permit and relocation | Employer pays the nomination fee and training levy (by law); visa fee AUD 4,015, paid by you or the employer |
| Flights | Varies by employer |
| Overtime and shifts | Manufacturing award: shifts +15%, permanent nights +30%, overtime 150% for 3 hours then 200% (by law) |
| Contract | Visa up to 4 years; permanent residence possible after 2 years of sponsored work (usually under 45) |
| Leave | Full-time and part-time: 4 weeks' leave, 10 paid sick days, paid public holidays (by law); casuals none |
| Income tax | Residents: 0% to AUD 18,200, 15% to 45,000, 30% to 135,000, 37% to 190,000, then 45%; plus 2% Medicare levy |
Senior staff often get more than line staff, for example a single room or a yearly home flight. Ask the employer what the job includes before you accept.
Guidance, not legal advice. Rules change; your employer confirms the details for your case.
About Bluescope Steel
BlueScope is a leading Australian steel manufacturer and a major supplier of flat steel products, building solutions and coated steel materials across Australia and international markets. Established in Australia, the company operates manufacturing, processing and distribution facilities and serves industries including construction, infrastructure, automotive and manufacturing. BlueScope is known for brands and products used in roofing, walling, structural steel and industrial applications. Its operations place strong emphasis on safety, operational reliability, sustainability, quality and employee development. Maintenance Fitter roles support the dependable operation of production equipment and help keep plants safe, efficient and productive. The company typically values practical trade expertise, teamwork, continuous improvement and a proactive approach to identifying equipment risks. Employment conditions may vary by site, with some positions involving rotating shifts, shutdown work, overtime and exposure to demanding industrial environments.