Skilled Maintenance Fitter

Skilled Maintenance Fitter Location: Dandenong South, VIC

We are a proudly Australian-owned meat processing facility based in Dandenong South, currently seeking a Skilled Maintenance Fitter to join our team.

This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on, proactive individual to be part of a supportive team working in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.

Please note, we are not accepting applications from agencies or recruiters.

About the Role As a Skilled Maintenance Fitter, you will be responsible for performing daily maintenance tasks across our processing plant. This includes machine fault-finding, preventative maintenance, equipment optimisation, and general troubleshooting to ensure production targets are met with minimal downtime.

You will play a key role in supporting our proactive maintenance program, contributing to continuous improvement in both equipment performance and workplace safety.

Key Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair mechanical faults across plant machinery and equipment
• Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on production equipment
• Work with conveyors, pneumatics, hydraulics, and undertake welding repairs as needed
• Respond to breakdowns quickly to minimise disruption to operations
• Maintain clean and hygienic work areas in accordance with site standards
• Ensure safe work practices and compliance with WHS policies
• Contribute to a positive, team-oriented maintenance culture

Skills and Experience

• Trade qualified Maintenance Fitter
• Proven mechanical experience in a meat or food-processing environment
• Strong mechanical aptitude with demonstrated experience in a manufacturing or food processing environment (preferred)
• Sound knowledge of conveyors, pneumatics, hydraulics, and welding
• Excellent fault-finding and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work both autonomously and as part of a team
• Flexible with shift work and availability to work overtime when required
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety

What We Offer

• Competitive remuneration (negotiable based on experience)
• Supportive and collaborative work environment
• Opportunity for long-term employment with a stable, growing company
• Exposure to a fast-paced and rewarding industry

If this sounds like the opportunity for you, click 'Apply Now' and submit your resume outlining your experience and qualifications.

Please note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.