Maintenance Fitter - Darwin

Mayday Technical ·www.maydaytechnical.com

Location Darwin, New South Wales, Australia
Salary AUD 120,000 - 180,000 / year
Type Full time
Level Mid
Source Shazamme
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The Company
This established heavy industrial operation plays a key role in supplying essential materials into the construction, manufacturing and infrastructure sectors across NT. With a large-scale processing environment and significant onsite plant, they offer stable long-term employment where maintenance reliability is critical to keeping operations moving.

The Benefits
  • Permanent Day shift Mon – Fr 7am-4pm
  • $55–$65 per hour base
  • Salary range: $135k–$175k + super
  • Fully maintained vehicle + phone
  • Consistent generous weekend overtime available
  • Southeast Darwin location

The Role
You’ll be you’ll be responsible for keeping heavy equipment and processing assets running reliably across a busy industrial site.
This is a tight-knit facility with a crew of around 10 onsite, offering a highly autonomous environment where you’ll play a key role in keeping operations running. You’ll be the only mechanical tradesperson on site, supported by operators and an electrical leading hand/supervisor.

Day to day you will be involved in:
  • Maintenance and repairs on trucks, mobile plant and fixed equipment
  • Fault finding, servicing and preventative maintenance on heavy machinery
  • Supporting shutdowns, breakdown response and reliability work
  • Working closely with operations teams to minimise downtime
  • Maintaining safe work practices and compliance with site procedures
  • Manage contractors on-site to ensure work is carried out to plan
  • Supporting a small team environment, working closely with operators who assist during shutdowns
  • Carrying out basic welding (MIG, Stick, occasional TIG), with additional contractor support where required

The Requirements
  • Trade qualification in Mechanical Fitting or similar
  • Strong experience in heavy industry — manufacturing, quarry, mining, logistics or large-scale industrial environments
  • Drivers Licence
  • Experience working on Fixed and Mobile Plant Equipment
  • High Risk licences (or willingness to obtain) advantageous

Why This Role?
This is a highly autonomous position suited to a fitter who enjoys taking ownership of a site. Ideal for someone who thrives in a hands-on environment and wants variety, responsibility, and strong earning potential through overtime.

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Who is hiring for the Maintenance Fitter - Darwin role?
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Where is the Maintenance Fitter - Darwin job located?
The Maintenance Fitter - Darwin role with Mayday Technical is based in Darwin, NSW, AU.
What does the Maintenance Fitter - Darwin role pay?
Mayday Technical lists the Maintenance Fitter - Darwin role at AUD 120,000–180,000 per year.
Is the Maintenance Fitter - Darwin role full-time or contract?
This is a full time position at Mayday Technical.
What experience level is the Maintenance Fitter - Darwin role?
The Maintenance Fitter - Darwin position is aimed at mid-level candidates.
How do I apply for the Maintenance Fitter - Darwin role at Mayday Technical?
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