Babcock is looking for a Fitter Turner/Machinist to join the Mechanical team based in Devonport, Auckland.
About the role
We are seeking a skilled Fitter Turner/Machinist to join our team in Devonport, Auckland. This full-time, permanent role involves machining, maintaining, and overhauling key components for ship propulsion and auxiliary systems. You will operate CNC lathes, borers, and multi-axis machining centres, diagnose faults, and carry out high-quality repairs. Working within a highly skilled engineering team, you’ll contribute to complex projects in a fast-paced environment, following strict safety and operational guidelines. With ongoing training and career development, this is an opportunity to advance your skills while delivering precision engineering in a stable, well-respected organisation.
Benefits
- Full-time/40+ hours per week
- $44ph (Trade Cert Essential)
- 1.5x paid after 40hrs
- 2x paid after 43hrs
About you
You are a highly skilled and experienced fitter turner/machinist with a strong background in precision machining, mechanical fitting, and equipment maintenance. You excel at diagnosing and repairing mechanical systems, operating CNC machinery, and producing high-quality components to exact specifications. Your ability to work both independently and collaboratively ensures you contribute effectively to a professional team environment. Safety, precision, and efficiency are at the core of your work, and you take pride in delivering quality results in a fast-paced and technically demanding setting.
Key Required Skills
- CNC programming, setup, and operation (lathes, borers, machining centres)
- Precision machining and refurbishment of mechanical components
- Mechanical fitting, fault diagnosis, and repair
- Installation and maintenance of ship propulsion and auxiliary systems
- Reading and interpreting engineering drawings and technical specifications
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Ability to work under pressure and meet project deadlines
- Effective communication and teamwork in a professional setting
Key Required Qualifications
- Trade Certificate (Level 4) in Mechanical/Marine Engineering or a related field
- Full NZ Driver’s License (Class 1 minimum)
- Minimum 5 years’ experience in machining, fitting, or mechanical maintenance
- Experience with CNC machining and marine/industrial equipment maintenance
Your future at Babcock – what we offer you
- Our work life integration policy brings together leave entitlements which include annual leave, wellbeing leave, paid parental leave, defence reservist leave plus more;
- We will provide you with a supportive and engaging environment where you can grow your career, supported by our capability framework plus ongoing access to self-led learning modules through LinkedIn Learning and access to study leave;
- You’ll have access to beRewarded which will provide you with endless discounts across retail, health, entertainment, travel and much more, plus novated leasing options and corporate shares plan;
- Your wellbeing is supported through our online wellbeing program Munch, Mind, Move, Money, access to our employee assistance program plus you can access two days annually from your personal leave as wellbeing days;
- You’ll be able to participate in our weRecognise program which is an opportunity to recognise the outstanding work our people do each and every day in living our principles which are Be kind, Collaborate, Be Curious, Think Outcomes, Be Courageous and Own & Deliver
Who we are
Babcock International Group, the aerospace and defence company, has been trusted to deliver bespoke, highly skilled engineering services for over a century.
Across Australia and New Zealand, Babcock has grown to a team of over 1,600 talented people, and we are on a path of continued growth and expansion. We operate across sectors such as defence, commercial marine, aviation, airports, communications, emergency services and engineering consultancy.
Some of the programs our team across Australia and New Zealand are proud to be a part of involve:
- Providing emergency medical and search & rescue aviation services through our Aviation & Critical Services business;
- Designing and supporting key systems for submarines and surface ships through our Marine business;
- Providing fleet wide through life support and asset management services for Navy customers;
- Managing critical assets for a range of sectors through our Land Business.
So, if you would like to join us and help create a safe and secure world, together, please apply via the ‘Apply Now’ button below.
To learn more about us visit www.babcock.com.au
We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds and experience however, the successful candidate must be legally entitled to work in New Zealand and capable of obtaining a New Zealand Defence Force (NZDF) Security Clearance.
Please note, should your application progress you may be required to complete pre-employment checks. These checks may include but not limited to, reference checks, pre-employment medical, MOJ, security check, qualifications and right to work.
Babcock Australasia is a Circle Back Initiative Employer - we commit to respond to every applicant.
Job Req #62897
