$76,277 - $83,274 + up to 15.4% Superannuation Port Wakefield - SA The Role As a Fitter Machinist at Joint Proof and Experimental Unit, you will be pivotal in providing essential technical support and advice, with a keen focus on manufacturing and repairs.Your responsibilities will include executing trade-specific tasks such as turning, welding, and fitting.You will inspect, service, and repair equipment, ensuring its operational integrity and safety.Your role involves conducting preventive and periodical maintenance and utilizing specialized tooling and gauges.A significant part of your job will be to manage the repair and maintenance schedules to align with trials.Additionally, you will contribute to the design of platform modifications and the development of competency records.Your expertise will be crucial in maintaining the highest standards of functionality and safety for all equipment under your purview, making you an integral part of the JPEU operations team.About our Team The Workshop Team is critical as they provide the necessary resources for Test and Evaluation activities via static weapon mounted munitions, mobile weapon platforms and ballistic protection trials.The broader team utilise systems such as ballistic tracking radar, high speed video cameras and associated equipment to track the projectiles or capture data when explosive ordnance is dynamically fired or statically tested.P&EE Port Wakefield has a range of facilities, including the following: Swimming pool, sauna Basketball, tennis courts (24/7 hrs) Gym (24/7 hrs) Rangers Tavern for events and functions Coffee van each Wednesday morning Various eating establishments in the Port Wakefield Township, 6km north of the base Transport assistance Monday to Friday, pick up from RAAF Base Edinburgh to P&EE Port Wakefield (reduced cost for APS employees) Employment at Port Wakefield includes a Special Defence Locality Assistance allowance, $309.85 respectively per fortnight.Our Ideal Candidate The successful candidate must be able to work on an explosive ordnance Test and Evaluation firing range.They will need to provide support to various teams in the conduct of maintenance and repair of unique test equipment applying mechanical theory to design, repair, calibrate and interpret diagrams and engineering drawings.They will have good written communication skills and be able to interpret and comply with written instructions.They will work within a Quality Management System and able to comply with Work Health Safety Act and Regulations.They will also be able to work independently, as part of a team, or under limited direction within a diverse team in a highly variable environment.The right person for this role will show the flexibility to respond to the changing context and shifting priorities of JPEU, to achieve business outcomes.Information Pack Opens in new window