Maintenance Fitter

engineering people · Dandenong VIC 3175 · Full time
Posted 2d ago

Maintenance Fitter

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~$109k - $119k(Estimated)
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KEY POINTS WE FOUND
  • Perform preventative and reactive maintenance on high-speed production and packaging machinery, including conveyors, gearboxes and roller presses.
  • Troubleshoot mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic and related control faults; interpret engineering drawings and assist with installations and upgrades.
  • Work full-time in a South-East Melbourne manufacturing facility, starting on day shift before moving to a rotating roster with occasional night shifts.

Job Description

Maintenance Fitter – High-Speed Packaging & Manufacturing

Temp to Perm Full-Time Position | South-East Melbourne | $55-$60/hr

The Opportunity

We are seeking a trade-qualified Maintenance Fitter to join an Australian-owned, high-speed manufacturing and processing facility based in Melbourne’s south-east.

This is an excellent opportunity to join an large established manufacturing operation offering long-term job security, a supportive working environment and the opportunity to further develop your technical skills within a fast-paced production environment.

Working as part of the maintenance team, you will be responsible for carrying out preventative and reactive maintenance, troubleshooting production machinery and assisting with new equipment installations and upgrades.

The position will initially commence on day shift before transitioning into a rotating roster incorporating day and occasional night shifts.

Key Responsibilities

  • Carry out preventative and reactive maintenance across high-speed production and packaging equipment.

  • Diagnose and repair mechanical faults on conveyors, gearboxes, roller presses and production line machinery.

  • Fault-find and troubleshoot motors, hydraulics and pneumatic systems.

  • Assist with new machinery installations, equipment upgrades and continuous improvement projects.

  • Read and interpret engineering and mechanical drawings.

  • Maintain production equipment to minimise downtime and maximise operational efficiency.

  • Work collaboratively with production and maintenance teams to ensure safe and reliable plant operations.

Skills & Experience

Ideally, you will bring experience working within a high-speed manufacturing, food processing or packaging environment, with a strong mechanical maintenance background.

You will ideally possess:

  • Trade qualification in Mechanical Fitting or a relevant mechanical trade.

  • Experience maintaining high-speed manufacturing or packaging machinery.

  • Strong knowledge of conveyors, motors, gearboxes and mechanical drive systems.

  • Experience with hydraulics and pneumatics.

  • Fault-finding experience with electronic controllers, switches and instrumentation.

  • Ability to interpret engineering drawings.

  • Basic MIG welding experience.

  • A proactive approach to troubleshooting and preventative maintenance.

What's on Offer?

  • Temp to Perm with an Australian-owned business.

  • Competitive hourly rate of $55-60per hour.

  • Outstanding workplace culture and supportive team environment.

  • Opportunity to develop your technical skills across a diverse range of machinery.

  • Long-term career opportunities within an established manufacturing facility.

  • Varied maintenance work involving both existing equipment and new installations.

How to Apply

If you're a qualified Maintenance Fitter looking for your next opportunity within a fast-paced manufacturing environment, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now.

Please note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Position Details:

  • Location: Melbourne's South-East suburbs

  • Employment Type: Temp - Perm , Full-Time

  • Hours: 5 days per week, 8 hours per day

  • Shift Pattern: Initially day shift,

  • Rate: $55-60

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Skills

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Continuous improvementConveyorsElectronic controllersEngineering drawing interpretationGearboxesHydraulicsInstrumentationMachinery installationMechanical fault diagnosisMechanical maintenanceMig weldingMotorsPackaging machineryPreventative maintenanceReactive maintenanceRoller pressesTeamworkTroubleshooting

Licenses & certifications

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Trade qualification in mechanical fitting or a relevant mechanical trade

Perks & benefits

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Career opportunitiesLong-term job securitySupportive team environmentTechnical skills development

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