Join Ventia in a role which keeps the Australian Defence Force’s wheels turning!

A great opportunity for a Fitter Armourer to join our fully geared Defence Maintenance Contract team based at Townsville,QLD. As a Fitter/Fitter Armourer, you will use your highly detailed workmanship to inspect, repair, and recondition military hardware. It will be your responsibility to provide direct embedded support and teamwork with Defence and Defence training activities to ensure hardware is functional and training objectives are achieved.

Benefits

• $47.92 an hour plus super
• Work 38 hours per week Monday to Friday and finish at 12 pm on Fridays
• Training & Upskilling provided
• Relocation assistance for the right candidate
• Work on unique Defence vehicle and assets
• 17.5% Annual Leave Loading
• All tools, PPE and Uniforms provided
• On-site Parking

About the role

• Perform maintenance, servicing, repairs, and preventative maintenance on military hardware and Defence armaments
• Safely operate machinery to repair, manufacture or modify required parts
• Certify plant and equipment as serviceable and fit for purpose
• Provide occasional support to various Defence Bases across the state assisting with Armory maintenance. All travel, accommodation and Food paid for!

About you

• Possess a Trade Certificate III Engineering Mechanical (Fitter & Turner) or Certificate III Engineering Mechanic (General Fitter)
• Hold valid Australian Driver’s License
• MR of HR License - Desirable
• Physically fit and enjoy hands-on work
• You must be an Australian Citizen and able to maintain Defence Clearances.

About Ventia
Ventia is a leading infrastructure services company, operating across Australia and New Zealand. Our clients are the owners and operators of assets that are critical to our local communities. We pride ourselves on working smart, safely and sustainably, harnessing the latest technologies and brightest minds. With a diverse and proud heritage, we have a track record of delivering essential services to the communities in which we operate.

Diversity
Ventia is enriched by the diverse experiences, talents and cultures that our people bring to the organisation, while celebrating and respecting the communities we operate in. We are committed to providing a safe and positive environment that provides equal opportunities for individuals of all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, LGTBQIA+, Women, Veterans and spouses and people with disabilities.

To Apply
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Position Reference Number: 164902