Mechanical Fitter
- Install, align and set up a new rollforming production line at 5B’s Salisbury South facility.
- Assemble hydraulic, pneumatic and mechanical systems, and support commissioning and troubleshooting.
- Work safely with maintenance, production and engineering teams during a fixed-term project starting in early January 2027.
Description
5B is ramping up manufacturing in Adelaide and installing a brand-new production line. We’re looking for two experienced Mechanical Fitters to help us install and commission it.
About 5B 5B is a clean technology powerhouse accelerating access to low-cost, safely deployed, gigawatt-scale solar energy. Our prefabricated solar solution, the 5B Maverick, is transforming how solar projects are built around the world by making solar simpler, faster, smarter and safer.
The Role This is a fixed-term project role of about 6 weeks, starting early January 2027. You’ll work alongside our project fitter to install a new rollforming production line at our Salisbury South facility.
Key Responsibilities
- Mechanically install, align and set up new production line equipment
- Assemble and fit hydraulic, pneumatic and mechanical systems
- Support commissioning, fault-finding and early troubleshooting of the line
- Read and work from drawings and installation documentation
- Work closely with the maintenance, production and engineering teams to keep the project on schedule
Safety & Standards At 5B, safety comes first. You will follow all safety procedures, keep your work area safe and make sure your work meets our quality and safety standards.
What You’ll Bring
- Trade qualification as a Mechanical Fitter, Fitter & Turner or Fitter/Machinist
- Experience with machine or production line installation, ideally rollforming or manufacturing
- Strong mechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic skills
- Valid driver’s licence
- Forklift and scissor/boom lift licences (highly regarded)
- Available from early January 2027 for the full project
Why Join 5B? You’ll get hands-on with new manufacturing technology at a growing clean-tech company and help power the global transition to renewable energy.
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