Location: Railton, Tasmania Duration: Approx. 6 weeks - 12 hr shifts Shutdown maintenance project Location: Railton, Tasmania Employment Type: Casual (Shutdown Project) About the Role Programmed Skilled Workforce are seeking experienced and safety-focused Shut Down Fitters for an upcoming shutdown in Railton, Tasmania. The shutdown will start at the end of May and run for around 6 weeks. This is a casual, project-based opportunity suited to skilled tradespeople who can work efficiently in a fast-paced environment while maintaining high safety and quality standards. You will play a key role in executing critical maintenance tasks to ensure plant equipment is serviced, repaired, and operational within strict shutdown timeframes. Key Responsibilities Perform mechanical maintenance, repairs, and component change-outs Strip, inspect, and rebuild plant and production equipment Fault find and troubleshoot mechanical issues Work from technical drawings and maintenance plans Adhere strictly to site safety procedures and shutdown schedules Collaborate effectively within a maintenance team to meet deadlines Requirements Trade qualification in Mechanical Fitting (or equivalent) Must be available from End of May for around 6 weeks work Proven shutdown experience within manufacturing or heavy industry Valid Confined Space Ticket (essential) Strong commitment to workplace health and safety Ability to work extended hours during shutdown periods Reliable transport to site Important Information No accommodation provided Casual engagement for the duration of the shutdown Competitive hourly rates (based on experience) How to Apply If you meet the above criteria and are available for shutdown work in Railton, Tasmania, please apply via seek or submit your CV detailing your relevant experience and certifications to opsburnie@programmed.com.au. Applications close 24th April 2026 Who we are As one of Australia's largest employers, we work with great companies all around Australia and New Zealand to give you the best opportunities to work when and where you want to. At Programmed, we are committed to creating a safe and inclusive environment which values and respects diverse styles, backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. We welcome and encourage women, people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent and people from diverse backgrounds to apply. So it's over to you. If you would like to join our team, APPLY now. To learn more about working with Programmed, we encourage you to visit our website. Consultant opsburnie@programmed.com.au Reference number: 210369937 Profession:TradesFitting & Welding Company: Programmed Skilled Workforce Date posted: 17th Mar, 2026
