Fitter / Plant Mechanic
Job No:
KGE84
Location:
Rutherford
FITTER / PLANT MECHANIC
Working with Kings Engineering
Kings Engineering is a leading NSW engineering business that is Australian owned and operated. Founded in 1923, Kings has a proud history of providing engineering solutions across a range of industries. Located at Rutherford, Kings works across a range of industries including tunneling and infrastructure, open cut and underground mining, rail and manufacturing.
We are committed to diversity in the workplace and we invest in our people so that they can deliver for our customers. Our inclusive Apprenticeship Training Program has been developing the next generation of tradespeople and leaders for more than 40 years.
About the role
Kings Engineering has an exciting opportunity in its team for a Fitter or Plant Mechanic, with experience in maintaining heavy earthmoving equipment.
The successful person will be responsible for supporting the achievement of safety and production targets by providing high quality and timely, maintenance service to a wide spectrum of industries including Mining, Transport, Construction, Rail, and Manufacturing. The role may involve the operation, maintenance, or repair of surface mining equipment and fixed equipment and assets.
This is a great opportunity to get exposure to a wide variety of plant and equipment, be supported whilst achieving a great work/life balance with the wide range of flexible work options available!
Your Benefits
- Competitive hourly rates
- Roster choices (4 day week/9 day fortnight or 5 day week with monthly RDO)
- Shift loading and attractive site rates
- PPE Allowance and laundered clothing
- Discounted gym memberships
- Training and upskilling
- Supportive paid parental leave packages
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver safe, effective, and efficient mechanical maintenance services to customers.
- Achieve required targets with safety as the top priority.
- Provide maintenance and breakdown support for both mobile and fixed plant.
- Conduct quality inspections of machinery and document in accordance with legislative and operational requirements.
Essential Criteria
- Demonstrated commitment to safe work practices
- Mechanical Trade Certificate (Fitter or Plant Mechanic)
- Experience in maintaining heavy earthmoving equipment
- Ability to effectively communicate within and between work teams, demonstrating positive interpersonal skills
- Current valid NSW Driver's Licence
Desirable Criteria
- High Risk WorkCover tickets such as Dogging, Basic Rigging, Forklift, Elevated Work Platform, and Working at Heights training
- Experience in component rebuild
Investing in our people and the community
At Kings Engineering, part of The Bloomfield Group, we invest in our people and we invest in the community.
Underpinning how we go about our work are our company values: We Care. We Deliver.
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We respect and care about the safety and wellbeing of our people, our local community and the environment.
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We work together with integrity to deliver safety, operational best practice, customer satisfaction and compliance.
This position requires an individual aligned to the values of our company
To Apply
To apply for the position please answer the screening questions and attach your resume. In providing your CV to Bloomfield you acknowledge acceptance to be included in its recruitment processes as defined by the business and available at www.bloomcoll.com.au.
Applications are open to Sunday 22 November 2026 (please note early applications are encouraged as the position may close early following a suitable candidate being found).
To find out more about Kings Engineering, please visit www.pwgking.com.au
The Bloomfield Group is committed to equal employment opportunity and diversity, priding itself on an inclusive workplace. All applicants must be able to evidence their Right To Work in Australia.
