Careers & pathways
How to become a mechanical fitter in Australia
Mechanical fitters machine, fit and maintain mechanical plant and components.
The work
What the job involves
- Machine components on lathes and mills
- Fit, align and assemble mechanical plant
- Diagnose wear and mechanical failure
- Carry out scheduled maintenance
Where the work happens
Workshops and industrial plant, often on planned maintenance shutdowns.
Typical qualification pathway
The qualification usually used to enter this work
The usual entry qualification is Certificate III in Engineering - Mechanical Trade (MEM30219), a nationally recognised qualification on the national register. The registered training organisations approved to deliver and issue it are listed on training.gov.au.
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