Mechanical · Skilled
Fixed-Plant Mechanical Fitter
Maintains the mechanical assets that crush, screen, convey, pump and process material across a mine or port operation.
Indicative 2026 pay$125k–$175kAnnual gross, generally before super
Common roster contextOften 8/6, 7/7 or 2/1; shutdown work may be campaign based.
Work environmentsCrushing and screening · Conveying · Milling and processing · Ports and stockyards
Role at a glance
What this role actually does.
Maintains the mechanical assets that crush, screen, convey, pump and process material across a mine or port operation. The precise scope changes with the employer, asset, jurisdiction and written authorities.
The work
Core duties
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Inspect and diagnose mechanical defects
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Remove and install components
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Align drives and rotating equipment
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Execute planned maintenance
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Support isolations and return-to-service
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Record measurements and work history
The assets
Equipment and systems
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Crushers and screens
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Conveyors
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Pumps and gearboxes
- 04
Mills
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Hydraulic systems
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Bearings and couplings
Before mobilisation
Typical foundations
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Recognised mechanical fitting trade qualification
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Site verification and task competence
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Rigging, confined-space, heights or forklift credentials only where duties require them
- 04
Current site medical and induction requirements
Prove capability
Evidence employers can verify
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Asset and component
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Measurements, tolerances and method
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Isolation and stored-energy controls
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Test run, handover and repeat-failure outcome
Entry pathway
A credible way into the role.
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Complete the mechanical trade
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Build industrial maintenance experience
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Develop fixed-plant asset knowledge
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Strengthen diagnostics, alignment and work-order evidence
Earning context
What tends to move pay
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Roster and location
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Fixed-plant breadth
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Shutdown versus permanent work
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Specialist alignment, hydraulic or reliability skills
Before accepting
Questions to ask about the offer
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Is the quoted figure base salary, total cash or a package including super?
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Which roster, shift length and point of hire does the offer assume?
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How are overtime, nights, public holidays, allowances, bonus and travel treated?
Progression
Possible next moves.
Progression depends on demonstrated competence, vacancies, performance, qualifications and any appointment requirements. It is not automatic.
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Editorial note
Salary bands are broad 2026 Australian mining market guides, not promised rates. Role requirements summarise common practice and do not replace legislation, regulator guidance, an employment agreement, site procedures or a written appointment. Last reviewed 17 September 2026.