Fitter

Housing Industry Association Limited; South Australia; Remote; AUD 78,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Superannuation

Cross-state work across NSW/VIC/SA

Job summary

Stark Food Systems seeks Fitters to assemble, install, maintain and repair mechanical equipment used in food production. You will work from drawings, fit components accurately and help keep client machinery operating reliably across workshops and client sites in NSW, VIC and SA.

Applicants should hold AQF Certificate III in mechanical fitting (Certificate IV possible with 3+ years experience) and have 2–3 years of relevant fitting experience; experience with food-processing machinery is a plus.

Qualifications

• AQF Certificate III in a relevant mechanical fitting trade, plus on‑the‑job training (Certificate IV may substitute with 3+ years experience).
• Two to three years of fitting experience preferred.
• Relevant machinery installation, maintenance and repair experience is well regarded.

Responsibilities

• Interpret mechanical drawings, specs and maintenance instructions to plan fitting, assembly and repair on food-processing equipment.
• Select stock, parts, tools and measuring equipment; check materials against requirements.
• Measure and mark components, check dimensions and tolerances for accurate assembly.
• Fit and assemble metal parts and subassemblies into production machinery.
• Install and align machines at client sites; verify levels, clearances and connections before testing.
• Dismantle equipment to inspect worn components; diagnose faults and identify parts.
• Repair/adjust mechanical components and hydraulic/pneumatic assemblies per specs.
• Check assembly fit and alignment; adjust clearances and verify smooth operation.
• Carry out preventive maintenance to reduce breakdowns and extend life.
• Perform checks after repairs/installation; identify abnormal movement, noise, or leaks and adjust.
• Collaborate with engineering/project teams on overhauls, upgrades and relocations.
• Maintain service records and follow safety procedures at workshop and sites.

Skills

Read mechanical drawings

Mechanical fitting

Assembly and fault diagnosis

Preventive maintenance

Cleanliness and contamination risks

Documentation and client communication

Education

AQF Certificate III in mechanical fitting

AQF Certificate IV in a relevant discipline

Tools

Hand tools

Measuring instruments

Workshop equipment

Job description

• Assemble, install, maintain and repair mechanical equipment used in food production.
• Work from drawings and specifications to fit components accurately.
• Coordinate with engineering and project personnel to complete work to specification.

Location NSW, VIC and SA

About Stark Food Systems

Stark Food Systems provides equipment and engineering services for food manufacturers, including machinery installation, system integration, upgrades, maintenance and spare-parts supply. We have operational facilities in NSW, VIC and SA and are hiring staff for all three locations.

Our work focuses on reliable machinery, practical maintenance and careful integration of equipment into client production facilities. We value safe work, consistent quality and effective communication.

The Opportunity

We are seeking Fitters to assemble, install, maintain and repair mechanical equipment used in food production. You will work from drawings and specifications, fit components accurately and help keep client machinery operating reliably.

The position involves workshop and client-site work across NSW, VIC and SA. You will coordinate with engineering, project and maintenance personnel to complete work to specification while limiting disruption to production.

What You Will Be Responsible For

• Interpreting mechanical drawings, specifications and maintenance instructions to plan fitting, assembly and repair work on food-processing equipment.
• Selecting suitable metal stock, replacement parts, tools and measuring equipment, and checking materials and components against job requirements.
• Measuring and marking out components, checking dimensions and tolerances, and preparing parts for accurate fitting and assembly.
• Fitting and assembling metal parts and subassemblies, including applicable shafts, bearings, couplings, gearboxes and drive components, into production machinery.
• Installing and aligning machines and mechanical assemblies at client sites, checking levels, clearances, fastening and connections before testing.
• Dismantling equipment to inspect worn or damaged components, diagnosing mechanical faults and identifying parts requiring repair or replacement.
• Repairing, adjusting and replacing mechanical components and applicable hydraulic or pneumatic assemblies in accordance with specifications.
• Checking assembled parts for accuracy of fit and alignment, adjusting clearances and verifying smooth movement and operation.
• Carrying out scheduled inspections, lubrication and preventive maintenance to reduce breakdowns and extend equipment service life.
• Performing operational checks after repairs or installation, identifying abnormal movement, noise or leakage and completing approved adjustments.
• Working with engineering and project teams on equipment overhauls, upgrades and relocation, coordinating work around production schedules.
• Maintaining service records and parts requirements, and following isolation, guarding, hygiene and safe working procedures at workshop and client sites.

Skills and Professional Competencies

• Ability to read mechanical drawings and apply dimensional tolerances.
• Practical capability in mechanical fitting, alignment, assembly and fault diagnosis.
• Confidence using hand tools, workshop equipment and precision measuring instruments.
• Understanding of preventive maintenance and mechanical drive systems.
• Awareness of cleaning access and contamination risks when servicing food machinery.
• Ability to organise work, document repairs and communicate with clients and technical colleagues.

What We Look For

You are practical, methodical and careful with measurements and workmanship. You can identify mechanical problems, follow approved repair instructions and check equipment thoroughly before returning it to service.

Experience with food-processing machinery, production equipment and shutdown maintenance will be well regarded. You should be willing to work at our facilities and client sites across NSW, VIC and SA as required.

Qualifications and Experience

• An AQF Certificate III in a relevant mechanical fitting trade, including at least two years of on-the-job training, or an AQF Certificate IV in a relevant discipline. At least three years of relevant experience may substitute for the formal qualification.
• Two to three years of relevant fitting experience is preferred.
• Relevant machinery installation, maintenance and repair experience will be well regarded.

Why Join Stark Food Systems

You will contribute to practical equipment projects for food manufacturers, from installation and upgrades to ongoing repairs and maintenance. The role offers the opportunity to apply your trade skills across workshop and on-site assignments.

Preference will be given to Australian Citizens and Permanent Residents.

Full-time | $78,000–$88,000 per annum plus superannuation