Maintenance Fitter - Day Shift

AutoPacific Group; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive rate

Employee benefits

Job summary

AutoPacific Group in Keysborough is seeking a Maintenance Fitter for day shift at our primary manufacturing plant. You will perform preventive maintenance, inspections, and repairs on plant equipment and machinery to improve safety, reliability, and functionality.

You will fault-find hydraulic, pneumatic and mechanical systems and support automation across Laser, Brake Press, Robotics, and CNC equipment. The role requires a recognized Mechanical Fitter trade and proven experience in fast-paced

Qualifications

• Australian recognised Trade qualification (Mechanical Fitter) or related discipline.
• Demonstrated working background as Maintenance Fitter in fast paced manufacturing environment (Heavy Industrial/ Steel fabrication or Automotive).
• Experience in Fault finding on hydraulic, pneumatic and mechanical systems.
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing and problem-solving methodologies.
• Computer literate and able to navigate MEX preventative maintenance program.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance, inspections, and repairs on plant equipment and machinery.
• Fault-find and repair mechanical issues across automated equipment including Laser and Brake Press, Robotics, CNC driven machinery.
• Support operations to maintain uptime and reliability; assist with breakdown and corrective maintenance.
• Contribute to safety and continuous improvement initiatives; close out MEX requests.

Skills

Maintenance fitter

Fault finding

Hydraulic systems

Pneumatic systems

Mechanical systems

Lean manufacturing

Interpersonal skills

Education

Trade qualification: Mechanical Fitter

Tools

MEX CMMS

Laser and Brake Press equipment

Welding equipment (MIG/TIG/ARC)

Forklift license (LF)

Job description

As an integral part of our Day Shift - Maintenance crew at our Primary manufacturing plant based in Keysborough, you will provide operational support, perform planned preventative maintenance and troubleshooting that improves safety, reliability and functionality of the plant.

A typical shift will see you:

• Perform preventive maintenance, inspections, and repairs on plant equipment and machineryas allocated
• Fault-find and repair mechanical issues across automated equipment including Laser and Brake Press, Robotics, CNC driven machinery
• Support operations teams to maintain uptime and reliability
• Assist with breakdown response and corrective maintenance when required
• Pro-actively contribute to safety and continuous improvement initiatives
• Production maintenance, fabrication, repair and close out of MEX requests

What will get you to the next stage:

• Australian recognised Trade qualification (Mechanical Fitter) or related discipline
• Demonstrated working background as Maintenance Fitter in fast paced manufacturing environment (Heavy Industrial/ Steel fabrication or Automotive)
• All in the attitude - open to learning and being a contributing team member
• Experience in Fault finding on hydraulic, pneumatic and mechanical systems
• Current and Valid Driver's Licenses and Scissor lift or boom license
• Working experience in Welding and minor steel fabrication (MIG/TIG and/or ARC)
• Experience in lean manufacturing is beneficial, particularly problem-solving methodologies.
• Computer literate & ability to navigate your way around our preventative maintenance program, MEX
• Demonstrated commitment and understanding of OHS practices
• Sound interpersonal skills with the ability to develop relationships, communicate and collaborate effectively with key stakeholders
• Experience with a CMMS would be an advantage (Mex preferred)

Nice to have:

• Confined Space and Working at Heights Ticket
• Current and Valid LF Forklift license
• E-coat and Powder coat paint systems experience
• Laser and Press brake knowledge (LVD & Trumpf),
• Motorman and ABB Robotics experience
• First Aid Certificate would be advantageous or ability toacquire.

What’s in it for you:

• Competitive Rate + Employee benefits, including staff discounts and employee assistance programs
• Fast-paced environment where days move quickly
• Long-term opportunity within a stable manufacturing operation