Fixed Plant Fitter & Turner | Permanent FIFO from Townsville

Dawsons Engineering is looking for a skilled Fixed Plant Fitter & Turner to join our maintenance team on a permanent FIFO basis out of Townsville. Skip the unstable shutdown cycles—this is a secure, long-term role with a strong team culture.

What We Offer:

• FIFO from Townsville: Full camp accommodation and meals provided.

• Roster: Stable 8/6 lifestyle roster.

• Stability: Permanent contract with ongoing career opportunities.

• Environment: Supportive team culture and a strong commitment to safety.

Your Role:

• Perform planned and breakdown maintenance on fixed plant gear (crushers, conveyors, screens, pumps).

• Diagnose mechanical faults and execute timely repairs to keep downtime low.

• Handle precision fitting, alignments, and equipment installations.

• Read and interpret technical drawings, schematics, and manuals.

• Complete maintenance logs and collaborate with the wider team to improve plant reliability.

What You Bring:

• Cert III in Engineering (Mechanical Fitter & Turner) or equivalent.

• 5+ years of fixed plant experience in mining, heavy industry, or quarries.

• Proven fault-finding and problem-solving skills.

• Valid driver’s licence (HR is a plus).

• Confined Space and Working at Heights tickets (issued within the last 2 years, or willing to get them).

• Ability to pass a pre-employment medical and drug/alcohol screen.

Ready for a stable FIFO career? Apply now to join Dawsons Engineering.