Mechanical fitter
Kreskas Brothers Transport

Do you have a mechanical aptitude for fixing things, and good manual dexterity? Are you good at performing mathematical calculations? Do you enjoy working independently or in a group to get a job done to deadline? If you said yes to all of the above this could be the placement you have been searching for. Kreskas Bros is the largest road carrier of shipping containers between the Port of Melbourne and regional Victoria. Since 1968, and over four generations, this family-owned business has built a solid reputation based on honesty, integrity, reliability, quality, dedication and above all, personalised long-term partnerships.

Skills You Might Learn

Students can attain a broad range of skills while on work placement. These may include valuable general employability skills such as:
- Communication
- Teamwork
- Problem solving
- Initiative and enterprise
- Planning and organising
- Self-management
- Learning
- Technology

Students may also attain vital industry specific skills which will relate to their studies such as:
- Hands-on practical experience
- Observing and learning from industry qualified and experienced professionals
- Working in real-life scenarios and environments
- Working with tools and equipment necessary to the occupation and business
- Liaising and working with colleagues, bosses, customers/clients and suppliers.

Typical Tasks & Duties

A Mechanical Fitter fabricates, installs and repairs heavy machinery. Working to a set of precise specifications, they operate tools and machines to grind, mill and shape raw materials into a specified product. Students will learn about fabricating and machining in a busy logistics environment. The student will also have an opportunity to learn workplace communication, safe work practices and how to cooperative effectively as part of a skilled local team.

Student Requirements

Students with an interest in Engineering/Mechanical Fitter are ideal for this opportunity. Those with a mechanical aptitude for fixing things, good manual dexterity and an ability to performing mathematical calculations will get the most from this experience. The student will be willing to learn new skills and take pride in tasks undertaken. The employer values good communication skills, teamwork, punctuality and initiative.

Dress Requirements

Trade clothes, a hi vis op and safety boots are required in the workshop. During summer a hat is recommended.

Special Transport Requirements

Students will require own transport. Public transport may be available to location.

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