Maintenance Fitter

The primary purpose of the Fitter is to provide production support on plant machinery, including breakdown troubleshooting, project implementation, and continuous improvement initiatives. This role is part of a maintenance team covering 24-hour operations, 5 days a week, with additional support for weekend production as required.

Responsibilities

Perform routine maintenance and repairs on manufacturing equipment and machinery to ensure optimal operation; Drive continuous improvement of maintenance processes to support operational goals; Coordinate with the production team to minimize downtime and ensure effective support for safety, quality, and operational improvements; Install, assemble and test new machinery and equipment as required, ensuring compliance with safety standards and regulations; Collaborate with OEM manufacturers to install and commission equipment; Diagnose and resolve mechanical issues promptly to minimize downtime; Perform Root Cause Analysis on all critical failures of plant and ensure action items derived are implemented and sustained; Ensure all equipment complies with Australian Safety Standards; Adhere to all safety protocols and regulations, conducting regular safety inspections and risk assessments; Maintain accurate records of all maintenance and repair work, including parts used and time spent

Requirements

Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in a maintenance role within a manufacturing environment; Relevant trade qualification as a Fitter and Turner or similar; Prior experience in latest technology and automation within a manufacturing environment; General mechanical troubleshooting, maintenance & repairs on manufacturing production lines; Proven ability to problem solve for emergency maintenance and repair; A team player with a positive, self-motivated and proactive attitude is essential; Able to read and interpret technical drawings and manuals; Stock control of relevant spare parts

Nice to have

Certificate III in Engineering – Mechanical Trade or equivalent (desirable); Forklift license (desirable)