Mechanical Fitter

Job Description

Mechanical Fitter / Hydraulic Hose Fitter \n

Newcastle | Monday–Friday Days | 6:00am–2:00pm (Flexible)

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$45 per hour (negotiable) + OT + Super

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Are you a Mechanical Fitter with strong hydraulic experience looking for a Monday–Friday day shift role?

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We are currently seeking an experienced Mechanical Fitter / Hydraulic Hose Fitter to join a well-established company specialising in the installation and fit-out of crane and lifting systems onto trucks and HGVs .

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This is a hands‑on workshop position where hydraulic hose fitting and hydraulic system installation will make up a large part of your day‑to‑day work.

The Role \n

Working as part of a skilled workshop team, you will be responsible for the mechanical installation, assembly and servicing of truck‑mounted crane systems and associated equipment.

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Key responsibilities include:

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• Hydraulic hose fitting, routing and installation
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• Installation of hydraulic components and systems
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• Mechanical fitting and assembly of truck‑mounted crane systems
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• Installation and modification of vehicle loading cranes and hookloaders
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• Assembly and installation of subframes and associated components
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• Assembly and disassembly of crane and hookloader equipment
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• Mechanical and hydraulic pre‑delivery inspections
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• Servicing and maintenance of new and used crane equipment
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• Assisting with crane and hookloader installations
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• Reading and working from engineering specifications
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• Ensuring all work meets quality and safety standards
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• Working closely with other workshop fitters and the wider team
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What We're Looking For \n

The ideal candidate will have a mechanical trade background with solid hands‑on hydraulic experience .

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You will ideally have:

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• Trade qualification in Mechanical Fitting, Fitting & Turning, Heavy Vehicle, Engineering or a related discipline
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• Strong experience with hydraulics and hydraulic hose fitting
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• Mechanical fitting and assembly experience
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• Experience working on trucks, heavy vehicles, trailers, mobile equipment or similar
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• Previous experience with cranes, hookloaders or lifting equipment would be highly regarded
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• Ability to read and follow engineering drawings/specifications
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• Strong mechanical aptitude and attention to detail
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• Ability to work independently as well as part of a small workshop team
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• Current driver's licence
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• MR or HR licence would be advantageous
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• Forklift licence would be advantageous
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What’s On Offer \n

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• $45–$49 per hour + overtime + super
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• Monday–Friday day shift
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• 6:00am–2:00pm, with some flexibility
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• Newcastle location
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• Full-time permanent opportunity
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• Hands‑on work with specialist crane and hydraulic equipment
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• Opportunity to develop further skills across mechanical, hydraulic and crane systems
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• Stable workshop environment with a skilled team
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