Mechanical Fitter

• Join our Chemicals Team supporting critical plant water treatment systems. 


• Use your mechanical skills to improve plant reliability and performance. 


• Based at Earing Power Station 

Join a team that's All Kinds of Useful

At Origin, being useful is more than a tagline - it’s how we approach work every day. As a collective, we’re a team that thrives on finding better ways, working together, and owning our impact. From powering homes to delivering award-winning internet and helping to lead Australia’s energy transition. If you’re driven by purpose and excited to be part of something bigger, we’d love to have you on the journey.

About the role:

As a Mechanical Fitter, you’ll deliver technical maintenance, fault finding and repair across key plant systems, including chemical and water treatment assets. Working alongside operators and maintenance teams, you’ll support safe, reliable and efficient plant performance while contributing to ongoing improvement initiatives.

Why this role matters?

• Diagnose faults, investigate issues and carry out repairs across mechanical equipment and systems


• Perform preventative and corrective maintenance to maximise plant reliability and efficiency


• Maintain and prioritise work backlog in line with operational requirements


• Support plant upgrades, modifications and commissioning activities


• Mentor apprentices and contribute to a strong team safety culture

What will you bring?

• Mechanical trade qualification with strong post-trade experience in heavy industry


• Solid fault-finding and problem-solving capability across mechanical systems


• Proven commitment to safety in industrial environments


• Experience working with maintenance systems and prioritising tasks effectively


• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team, with flexibility to meet changing work demands

So, why join us?

• 21 weeks of paid parental leave for primary carers with flexible return options.


• Thrive in a culture of personal and professional growth.


• Purchase up to four additional weeks of leave annually.


• Engage in opportunities through the Origin Foundation to support your community.


• Powering your career with unbeatable perks - Get discounted electricity, gas, and internet as an Origin employee.


• Explore unique and cost-effective employee EV Car subscriptions.

For more information, please contact Kelly Hansen - , quote Requisition ID 89919 or apply now.

Origin - Where good change happens

We are committed to fostering a diverse, gender equitable workforce, where everyone is welcome, and all applications are evaluated on merit and potential. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples, people living with disabilities, culturally diverse people, any stage in life, people with intersex variations and people within LGBTQ+ communities, including trans and gender diverse. 

 

Enjoy a challenging career in an exciting industry where you can grow and explore your potential. If you think you have transferable skills, an appetite to learn and would be a great fit, we’d love to hear from you. 

Here's a little about us: https://www.originenergy.com.au/about/careers/

Background checks may be required to determine your suitability for this position as part of the recruitment process and during your employment. These checks may include police checks, AusCheck, medical assessment and/or drug and alcohol testing.

Please note unsolicited CVs from agencies will not be accepted.

Origin recognises Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples as the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia, and we pay our respects to Elders past, present and future.