About the role

Mater Engineering and Maintenance currently has an opportunity for a Fitter & Turner/Machinist to join the team in a permanent full time position.

The successful candidate will carry out repairs and maintenance tasks to Mater facilities.  You will be responsible for ensuring that customer needs are met whilst performing work in a timely, cost effective manner to the prescribed quality standards.

Salary range: $39.90 - $46 per hour plus 12% superannuation and access to not-for-profit salary packaging up to $15,900  + access to many staff benefits! 

What you’ll be doing

• Repairs and Maintenance to all Mechanical Plant and Equipment including Steam Plant.
• Ensure repairs are conducted according to manufacturer specifications.
• Participate in the process of ordering and maintaining stock levels as required.
• Effective communication with internal and External Stakeholders
• Ensure that all work done on a daily basis is completed in a timely and cost effective manner and the appropriate documentation is completed
• Participate in a rotating weekly on call roster as required
• Comply with all authorised duties as directed by the Water and Mechanical Services Manager or Fitters Trade Coordinator
• Record accurate data on all work completed utilising the systems provided
• Comply with Mater’s safe work systems

About you

Experience and Qualifications in the following areas are required:

• Certificate 3 Engineering, Fitting & Turning/Machinist
• Experience with manual Lathe and manual Milling machine
• Boiler Ticket desirable
• Restricted Electrical Licence desirable
• A current “C” Class Motor Driver’s Licence
• An understanding of Occupational, Health, Safety and Welfare Legislation and Regulations pertaining to engineering
• Health care experience desirable but not essential
• Demonstrated experience in mechanical maintenance
• Welding experience in MIG, TIG, STICK with Stainless Steel, Mild Steel and Aluminium, Silver Solder with Copper/Brass

Why join us?

Mater is Queensland’s largest not-for-profit healthcare provider, delivering exceptional care to nearly 700,000 patients each year across 11 (soon to be 12) hospitals. We’re leaders in healthcare, education, fundraising & philanthropy and research — and it’s our people who make the difference.

We’re looking for passionate individuals to join our team and help shape the future of care. At Mater, you’ll be part of a purpose-driven organisation that values innovation, compassion, and excellence.

• Increase your take-home pay with generous salary packaging options, including meal and entertainment benefits
• Wellbeing support through our Employee Assistance Program and on-site pastoral care teams
• Access a range of health and wellbeing services with a corporate discount on private health insurance
• Exclusive discounts across dining, retail, travel, accommodation (just to name a few!)
• Stay active with unlimited access to discounted gyms via the Fitness Passport program
• Convenient, discounted on-site parking
• Join Queensland’s Largest and Most Innovative Not-for-Profit Healthcare Team.

Be part of something bigger. Make your move with Mater. #MAKEYOURMATERMOVE

Applications close on 10th August 2025. Please note, we may contact applications prior to the closing date, please do not hesitate to APPLY NOW!

Mater is committed to the wellbeing of their staff, and it is underpinned by our flexible and remote working policies.

Please Note: We will not require any support from Recruitment Agencies at this time and kindly request no contact is made. Only direct applications will be considered.

Mater Group is dedicated to creating a workplace that values diversity and inclusion. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and abilities. We believe in providing equal opportunities for all qualified candidates.

For more information regarding Reconciliation at Mater, please visit our Reconciliation webpage.