AGL

energy and essential services

MechanicalFitter

Mount Beauty, Victoria, Australia FULL TIME
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

Neural analysis suggests this role is
optimal for Mid+ candidates.

The Brief

“Mechanical Fitter at AGL. Skills: Mechanical Fitting, maintenance of hydro‑electric plant, hydraulic and pneumatic systems, diagnostic and fault‑finding. Undertake routine, preventative and breakdown maintenance on hydro‑electric plant, including turbines, valves, pumps and associated mechanical systems. Conduct inspections of plant and infrastructure, identifying defects, wear and performance issues”

What You'll Achieve.

optimise plant performance; enhance reliability, safety and efficiency

Industry & Context.

energy and essential services
Problems you'll solve

diagnostic and fault‑finding capability across mechanical systems and equipment; troubleshoot hydraulic and pneumatic systems

Eligibility Requirements

Participate in on‑call and availability rosters

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

Trade qualification in Mechanical Fitting (or equivalent), Experience maintaining power generation assets or heavy industrial plant, diagnostic and fault‑finding capability across mechanical systems and equipment, Experience working with hydraulic and pneumatic systems, Demonstrated commitment to health, safety and environmental standards, Ability to work autonomously and as part of a multi‑disciplinary team, communication skills with the ability to engage effectively with stakeholders, Experience using maintenance systems such as SAP or similar CMMS

Nice to Have

large rotating equipment highly regarded

What You'll Do.

preventative and breakdown maintenance on hydro‑electric plant

pumps and associated mechanical systems

Conduct inspections of plant and infrastructure

wear and performance issues

Assist with installation

upgrades and commissioning of mechanical plant and equipment

Maintain and troubleshoot hydraulic and pneumatic systems critical to hydro operations

maintenance records and reports using systems such as SAP

Complete hazard assessments (JSA/HRA) and follow Safe Access Rules to ensure all work is performed safely

Supervise contractors to ensure work is completed safely and to required standards

Work collaboratively with operators

engineers and maintenance teams to optimise plant performance

Participate in on‑call and availability rosters to support unplanned works and operational needs

Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives to enhance reliability

safety and efficiency

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Work collaboratively with operators, engineers and maintenance teams to optimise plant performance; Ability to work as part of a multi‑disciplinary team

Communication Scope

communication skills with the ability to engage effectively with stakeholders

Full Job Description

**Join the change. Electrify your future!** We've been proudly Aussie since 1837, always finding new ways to innovate in energy and essential services. Now, we're moving towards a sustainable future through electrification and investing in renewable energy—and we’d like you to join us. Whether you're on-site, in the office, or somewhere in between, you'll find opportunities to grow your career here. You'll work with a team that's passionate about powering Australian lives, in a culture that values inclusivity, respect, and learning. Help us create a cleaner energy future, and we’ll back you every step of the way as you build your career. Join the change. Electrify your future. **About the role** AGL has an exciting opportunity for a **Mechanical Fitter** to join AGL’s Renewables division, supporting the maintenance and reliability of hydro‑electric power generation assets across North East Victoria. **Location:** This position is based at AGL’s Hydro Head Office in **Mount Beauty** , located in the heart of the Kiewa Valley with the Alpine National Park and Falls Creek close by. Mount Beauty offers exceptional access to mountain biking, hiking, skiing/snowboarding and year‑round outdoor recreation, alongside quality education and health facilities. **What you will be doing** * Undertake routine, preventative and breakdown maintenance on hydro‑electric plant, including turbines, valves, pumps and associated mechanical systems * Conduct inspections of plant and infrastructure, identifying defects, wear and performance issues * Assist with installation, upgrades and commissioning of mechanical plant and equipment * Maintain and troubleshoot hydraulic and pneumatic systems critical to hydro operations * Prepare work orders, maintenance records and reports using systems such as SAP * Complete hazard assessments (JSA/HRA) and follow Safe Access Rules to ensure all work is performed safely * Supervise contractors to ensure work is completed safely and to required standards

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