Maintenance Mechanical Fitter

Job Description

Maintenance Mechanical Fitter

Job Location: Osborne, SA

Who we are:

Join BAE Systems and you’ll be part of something bigger. As a valued member of our global colleague network, you’ll bring your unique skills and perspectives to help pioneer progress and protect what matters most. You’ll be trusted to play your part in delivering the advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions of tomorrow – shaping a safer future, for all of us.

From the depths of the ocean, to the far reaches of space – there’s no limit to where a career at BAE Systems could take you.

Role Description:

We have an exciting opportunity for a Maintenance Tradesperson (Facilities) to join the team based in Osborne Shipyard in South Australia.

You will be responsible for the maintenance of the shipyard facilities to satisfy the legislative and project requirements.

The role is principally one of maintenance for production equipment which includes servicing and maintaining electrical and mechanical equipment, planned maintenance and defect rectification to ensure quality and technical standards are maintained for equipment used by production.

Core Duties:

Reporting to the Workshop Supervisor you will be responsible for:

• Maintain safe, environmentally responsible, and non-discriminatory work practices in accordance with relevant company procedures and legislative requirements
• Ability to read and understand drawings and instructions
• Understand legislative and compliance standards for critical equipment
• Apply Mechanical trade skills to operate lathe, Mill, and other workshop machinery
• Ensure all work is executed in accordance with company processes, procedures, and instructions
• Ensure that quality and technical standards are met or exceeded
• Ensure the timely achievement of specified goals and objectives

Essential Skills:

• An understanding of shipyard operations (desirable)
• Cert IV Trade based qualifications in Mechanical or Equivalent
• Appropriate licencing for the equipment used within the shipyard
• Demonstrated experience in shipyard maintenance (desirable)
• Excellent communication, influencing and stakeholder management skills
• Diagnostic/fault finding and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work in confined spaces
• Must be eligible to apply for NV1 Australian Defence Security Clearance
• NSSIC Clearance (Naval Shipbuilding and Sustainment Identification Card)
• International Traffic in Arms (ITAR) Regulations

Why BAE Systems?

Here you’ll build a career with purpose and limitless possibilities. With lifelong learning and meaningful work – this is a place where you can grow your career with confidence and be empowered to be your best. You’ll be recognised for your contribution and enjoy rewards tailored to what’s most important to you and your family – support for your financial and personal wellbeing, as well as a balanced lifestyle. In an environment embracing sustainable ways of working and with a strong sense of shared purpose, our supportive culture is a place you can feel you belong and proud of the difference you make.

A place where everyone can thrive

We’re committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We know that a diversity of backgrounds, perspectives and experiences strengthens our teams and is vital to the work we do.

We support our veteran community through VetNet Australia, along with initiatives such as Reserve Service Leave, a Veteran Mentoring Program, and partner-supported programs.

We welcome applications from all candidates and strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to apply.

We are proud to be recognised as an employer of choice for women by WORK180 and recipients of the Benchmarcx Top Employer for Candidate Experience Excellence 2026. As members of the Circle Back Initiative, we commit to responding to every applicant.

If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact our recruitment team to discuss the support you may need. You can also connect with us via Careers and Employment.

Security statement

Please note, as a defence security clearance is required for this role, applicants must be Australian citizens and either possess or be eligible to obtain and maintain one. Further information regarding security clearances. International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) are applicable and as such, your nationality may be a factor in determining your suitability for this role. Please visit this webpage for more information