Mechanical Fitter/Fabricator

About us

IOR is a family-owned business based in Brisbane, which has been fuelling Australia’s industries for nearly 40 years. The business has been growing rapidly and consistently in the last decade in particular, and is now the only fully integrated, 100% Australian-owned fuel company in the country. Our operations span the entire country and the entire fuel value chain: a crude oil refinery, two import terminals, a growing bulk delivery fleet, on-road and on-airport unmanned refuelling networks, infrastructure manufacturing, and proprietary fuel management technology.

Approaching each day through our values of Innovation: finding solutions, Our Communities: serving people, and Reliability: getting results, our team are focussed on delivering what really matters to our customers.

About the role

The Mechanical Fitter will be responsible for assembling pumping equipment, fuel dispensing equipment, and performing general fabrication and welding tasks to support our manufacturing operations. This role is based our new Lytton workshop

• Read and interpret engineering drawings and schematics.


• Assemble pumping equipment, components, such as pumps, hoses, nozzles, and control panels.


• Test and calibrate fuel dispensing systems to ensure accuracy and reliability.


• Perform welding tasks, including MIG, TIG, and Arc welding.


• Minor paint repairs - prepare tanks and parts for painting and touch-up as required.

About You

• High school certificate or equivalent; vocational training or certification in mechanical fitting, fabrication, or welding.


• Proven experience in mechanical fitting, assembly, fabrication, and welding, preferably in a manufacturing environment.


• Strong mechanical aptitude and the ability to read and interpret technical drawings.


• Proficiency in using hand and power tools, as well as welding equipment.


• Knowledge of safety protocols and a commitment to maintaining a safe work environment.

Why IOR?

IOR is proudly different. We innovate and we deliver what our customers need. We are at the forefront of technology and data capability in our industry. We invest heavily in the communities in which we operate in regional and remote Australia.

• Unbeatable culture – where people really do enjoy coming to work


• Staff and family discounts on fuel


• No day is the same, we offer a wide variety of work


• Training and development programs, alongside support, wellbeing and social activities


• A friendly, down-to-earth culture that fosters creativity, individuality and innovation.

We provide an equal employment opportunity for all; we see the value in diversity and celebrate individuality. This looks like respectful conversations, and a safe workplace, where everyone thrives.