Maintenance Fitter

Trade · Fremantle, Perth WA, Australia · Full-Time · $57/hr

Production only runs as well as its machinery. An established FMCG manufacturer in Western Australia needs a qualified Maintenance Fitter who can find problems early, prevent failures and keep equipment working efficiently.

This is a hands-on mechanical role for someone with genuine trade experience who understands why preventative maintenance matters in a fast-moving plant. You will handle planned maintenance, fault-finding, repairs, inspections and improvement work, not just breakdowns. Recruitment focuses on verifiable qualifications, real employment history and technical capability, so apply only with experience and documents you can back up.

Key Responsibilities

Apply workplace health and safety requirements at all times
Follow food manufacturing, hygiene and site-specific procedures
Do preventative maintenance on production machinery and fixed plant
Respond fast to mechanical breakdowns and equipment failures
Diagnose faults, work out the right repair, and carry out mechanical repairs that limit production interruptions
Inspect machinery and catch mechanical issues as they develop
Maintain conveyors, pumps, gearboxes, motors, bearings and pneumatic gear
Complete scheduled servicing, inspections and other maintenance activities
Assist with changeovers and modifications to production equipment
Support continuous improvement projects and equipment upgrades
Investigate repeat faults and recommend corrective action, keeping maintenance and service documentation accurate
Work closely with production personnel to keep the plant operating reliably
Contribute to a proactive, professional maintenance environment

Requirements & Eligibility

Genuine and verifiable trade qualifications and employment experience
Certificate III in Engineering – Mechanical Trade, Mechanical Fitting or equivalent qualification
Proven experience as a qualified Maintenance Fitter in FMCG, food manufacturing or high-volume production environments
Strong mechanical troubleshooting and fault-finding ability
Experience maintaining automated production equipment and fixed plant
Working knowledge of conveyors, pumps, gearboxes, motors, bearings and pneumatic systems
Practical understanding of preventative maintenance strategies, and confidence in both planned and breakdown maintenance
Strong focus on machinery reliability, safety and production efficiency
Able to work independently and contribute effectively within a maintenance team, with good communication and practical problem-solving skills
Willingness to work rotating day and afternoon shifts
Applicants currently holding an Australian visa are encouraged to apply; candidates seeking relocation to Western Australia may also be considered
Sponsorship available for suitably qualified candidates who meet employer and visa requirements

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