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Mechanical fitter or pipe fitter
Installs and maintains mechanical equipment or process pipework within the trade and project scope specified in the vacancy.
Indicative 2026 annual cash$125k–$180kGross, generally before super
Common roster contextProject or shutdown rosters often include 2/1 and rotating shifts; employment may be campaign-based.
Role at a glance
What this role actually does.
Installs and maintains mechanical equipment or process pipework within the trade and project scope specified in the vacancy. The precise scope changes with the employer, asset, jurisdiction and written authorities.
The work
Core duties
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Fit and align components or pipe spools
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Check drawings, supports and tolerances
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Test and document the completed package
The assets
Equipment and systems
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Pumps and valves
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Pipe spools and supports
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Drawings, gauges and work packs
Before mobilisation
Typical foundations
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Mechanical trade or pipe-fitting qualification suited to the work
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Pressure, welding or high-risk authorisation only if assigned
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Site isolation and permit competence
Prove capability
Evidence employers can verify
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Equipment, pipe class and material
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Fit-up, alignment and test evidence
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Interface with engineering and quality
Entry pathway
A credible way into the role.
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Complete the relevant trade pathway
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Build site installation or maintenance experience
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Specialise in process piping or equipment fit-up
Earning context
What tends to move pay
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Experience and verified scope
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Roster, location and shift pattern
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Employer, contract and allowances
Before accepting
Questions to ask about the offer
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Is this base salary, gross cash or a package including super?
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Which roster, point of hire, ordinary hours and overtime terms apply?
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What duties, equipment and written authorities are included in the offer?
Progression
Possible next moves.
Supervises structural, mechanical and piping work fronts and coordinates the trades, lifting and quality interfaces.
Related role band: $160k–$225kLeads a fitter or mobile maintenance crew through safe execution, quality checks and shift handover.
Related role band: $155k–$215kProgression depends on demonstrated competence, vacancies, performance, qualifications and any appointment requirements. A related profile is a starting point, not a guarantee of that exact title or scope. Browse all 98 role profiles →
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Editorial note
Salary bands are broad 2026 Australian mining comparisons, not promised rates. Role requirements summarise common practice and do not replace legislation, regulator guidance, an employment agreement, site procedures or a written appointment. Pay presentation reviewed 27 September 2026.