Fitter and Turner
Machining, assembling, and servicing mechanical components
Fitters and turners read mechanical drawings, create metal parts using lathes/mills, and fit them precisely in assemblies. They maintain or repair equipment, adjust tolerances, and ensure moving components operate smoothly.
Key Benefits
Versatile Skill Set
Combines machining expertise with assembly and maintenance tasks.
Mechanical Problem Solving
Diagnose wear, misalignment, or part failure and implement fixes.
Industrial Applications
Employed in manufacturing, processing plants, mining, or power generation facilities.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, but fitters and turners also focus heavily on fitting parts into assemblies, gearboxes, or mechanical systems.
A Certificate III in Engineering – Mechanical Trade (Fitting and Turning) plus apprenticeship.
Some roles require basic welding knowledge, but major welding tasks may be handled by specialized welders.
Fitter and Turner
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