Maintenance Fitter - 2nd Shift

Hazeldenes Chicken Farm; Bendigo; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Hazeldenes Chicken Farm in Bendigo, Victoria, seeks a Mechanical Maintenance role to keep plant and equipment running safely and efficiently. You will work across production areas, support maintenance staff, and drive training for apprentices in a team-focused environment.

The role emphasizes preventative work, tool control, and timely fault resolution, with a strong Zero Harm safety culture and ongoing training provided to develop skills for performance objectives.

Qualifications

• Experience in preventive maintenance of plant equipment.
• Ability to plan and schedule tasks and coordinate with team.
• Experience supervising apprentices or trainees.
• Strong focus on safety and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities

• Conduct preventative maintenance on plant and equipment, adhering to manufacturer recommendations to ensure safety, product quality, and production efficiency.
• Plan, schedule, and organize tasks independently, coordinating with other team members as necessary.
• Execute emergency work orders promptly and provide troubleshooting expertise to minimize downtime.
• Fit and assemble fabricated metal parts and subassemblies with precision measuring tools.
• Set up and operate machining tools to form stocks and castings with fine tolerances.
• Diagnose faults and perform maintenance, overhauling mechanical parts and fluid power equipment.
• Cut, thread, bend, and install hydraulic and pneumatic pipes and lines.
• Provide daily feedback on work progress and safety reports; suggest improvements.
• Supervise apprentices and participate in Safety Tool Box Meetings.
• Maintain flexibility in work hours and respond to after-hours breakdowns.
• Commit to a Zero Harm safety philosophy and maintain compliance.

Skills

Preventive maintenance

Fault diagnosis

Team supervision

Safety compliance

Maintenance planning

Tools

Machining tools

Hydraulic systems

Pneumatic systems

Job description

With over 80 years of proud history, Hazeldenes is more than just a name in poultry — we’re a trusted household brand driven by innovation, quality, and community. From our humble beginnings in Kangaroo Flat to our world-class operations across regional Victoria, we’ve built a legacy powered by passionate people.

At Hazeldenes, you’ll be part of a diverse team doing extraordinary things — whether it’s on the farm, in production, or behind the scenes in engineering, logistics, and beyond. We value every background, every skillset, and every individual who contributes to our success.

Grow your career. Be part of something bigger. Join Hazeldenes.

PRIMARY OBJECTIVE:

The role involves carrying out preventative maintenance of plant and equipment in line with manufacturer recommendations and manuals, with a strong focus on safety, quality, and maximising production outcomes. It also requires resolving operational and technical equipment issues to minimise any interruptions to processing or manufacturing that may result from breakdowns or failures, while maintaining a clear commitment to the Zero Harm philosophy. As a member of the Mechanical Maintenance team, the incumbent will contribute to a positive team environment, support colleagues, and assist in the training and development of apprentices. Hazeldene’s is committed to providing ongoing training and support to all employees, and the successful candidate will be expected to actively participate in training activities and, where required, help facilitate training to ensure maintenance staff are equipped with the skills necessary to meet performance objectives outlined in this Position Description.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Conduct preventative maintenance on plant and equipment, adhering to manufacturer recommendations to ensure safety, product quality, and production efficiency.
• Plan, schedule, and organize tasks independently, coordinating with other team members as necessary.
• Execute emergency work orders promptly and provide troubleshooting expertise to minimize downtime.
• Fit and assemble fabricated metal parts and subassemblies, ensuring accuracy and proper fit using precision measuring instruments.
• Set up and operate machining tools, including cutting, grinding, and drilling, to form metal stock and castings to fine tolerances.
• Diagnose faults and perform operational maintenance, overhauling and repairing mechanical parts and fluid power equipment.
• Cut, thread, bend, and install hydraulic and pneumatic pipes and lines.
• Provide daily feedback and reports on work progress, identifying delays and suggesting improvements to eliminate future issues.
• Supervise apprentices and contribute to a positive team environment, participating in Safety Tool Box Meetings and maintaining a safe workplace.
• Maintain flexibility in work hours, including providing shift cover and responding to after-hours breakdowns as needed.
• Commit to a Zero Harm safety philosophy, ensuring all mechanical work complies with safety standards and regulations.

Disclaimer:

The duties and responsibilities outlined above are not exhaustive and may change from time to time based on business needs. Employees may be required to perform additional tasks as directed by management.