Maintenance Fitter (Mechanical)

Mitolo Family Farms; Penfield; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Mitolo Family Farms in Penfield, SA seeks a Maintenance Fitter to keep our packing facility running at peak efficiency. Reporting to the Maintenance Manager, you will execute preventative programs and quickly diagnose and resolve breakdowns to minimise downtime.

Ideal candidates have FMCG experience, trade qualifications, and strong fabrication skills (MIG/TIG/Stick). Monday–Friday 3pm–11pm, with induction weeks 7am–3pm; occasional weekend work may be required.

Qualifications

• Trade qualifications relevant to maintenance in FMCG environment.
• Experience with fabrication processes (MIG/TIG/Stick) is advantageous.
• Understanding of Lean principles and WHS guidelines.
• Strong troubleshooting and rapid breakdown response capabilities.
• Experience using MEX or similar CMMS tooling.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine maintenance, repairs, and servicing of processing facility equipment.
• Conduct preventative maintenance and inspections to minimise downtime.
• Diagnose mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic issues and resolve them efficiently.
• Assist in installation, modification, and commissioning of new machinery.
• Ensure compliance with food safety standards and regulations.
• Maintain maintenance records using MEX or similar CMMS.
• Carry out welding, fabrication, and machining tasks as required (MIG/TIG/Stick).
• Monitor spare parts inventory and support Lean improvement initiatives.

Skills

Trade qualifications

Fabrication skills (MIG/TIG/Stick)

Lean principles

WHS compliance

Troubleshooting

Fault finding

MEX/CMMS experience

Rapid breakdown response

Tools

MEX/CMMS

Job description

Are you a highly motivated individual wanting to join a fast-paced environment? Join our team as a Maintenance Fitter, located are our packing facility in Penfield, SA.

Reporting to the Maintenance Manager, you will play a pivotal in ensuring the seamless operation and optimal performance of all equipment within the processing facility. The role involves executing the site’s preventative maintenance programs and promptly addressing breakdowns, leveraging your technical expertise and problem-solving abilities to swiftly diagnose and resolve issues, ensuring minimal downtime and maximum efficiency.

You will ideally have experience gained in an FMCG environment.

Your hours of work will be Monday - Friday day shift 3pm -11pm. (Please note that for the first two weeks you must be available to work 7am to 3pm for induction purposes).

You will be required to undertake some weekend work from time to time.

Key Responsibilities

You will perform routine maintenance, repairs, and servicing of all equipment to ensure smooth production operations. In addition you will:

• Conduct preventative maintenance and inspections in accordance with established schedules to minimise downtime
• Diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems to resolve issues efficiently
• Assist in the installation, modification, and commissioning of new machinery and equipment
• Ensure compliance with food safety standards, quality control, and industry regulations during all maintenance activities
• Maintain accurate records of all maintenance activities, including repairs, inspections, and replacements, using MEX or similar systems
• Perform welding, fabrication, and machining tasks as required (e.g., MIG, TIG, and Stick welding)
• Monitor and maintain spare parts inventory to ensure critical components are readily available
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, including the implementation of Lean practices

What we are looking for

• Relevant trade qualifications
• Prior experience in a food production environment is highly desirable.
• Strong fabrication skills (MIG, TIG, and Stick welding)
• Experience in hydraulics and pneumatics
  Previous experience using MEX, or similar CMMS
• Solid understanding of Lean principles
• Capacity to work in strict compliance with WHS guidelines
• Strong troubleshooting abilities with a proactive approach to teamwork
• Extensive experience in fault-finding and rapid breakdown response

About Mitolo Family Farms

Since 1972, we’ve been at the forefront of growing and packaging premium potatoes and onions, supplying Australia’s leading supermarkets and produce markets. As a forward-thinking and dynamic company, we combine time-honoured farming traditions with cutting-edge technology, ensuring the highest standards of quality through continuous innovation and dedication. At Mitolo Family Farms, farming is in our blood, and every product is meticulously harvested, sorted, cleaned, and packed by our skilled team and state-of-the-art machinery to deliver the best to your table.

We are unwavering in our commitment to delivering exceptional quality produce every time.