Maintenance Technician

RGIT Australia; City of Greater Shepparton; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retail Perks

Wellness Discounts

Lifestyle Benefits

Fresh Produce Giveaways

Recognition & Rewards

Community Involvement

Job summary

Flavorite is seeking an experienced Maintenance Technician to join our team on a Monday to Friday basis, with participation in an on-call roster every 6–8 weeks. This is a hands-on role for someone who takes pride in keeping plant, equipment, and buildings running safely and efficiently.

The ideal candidate will be a qualified fitter and turner or hold a similar trade, have strong mechanical aptitude, a valid driver’s licence, and CMMS MEX experience; forklift license and EWP ticket are highly

Qualifications

• Be a qualified fitter and turner, fitter welder, boilermaker, mechanical fitter, or hold a similar trade qualification, or demonstrate relevant experience.
• Demonstrate a strong mechanical aptitude.
• Hold a current driver’s licence.
• Experience with CMMS MEX, or similar software system; a forklift license and EWP ticket are highly desirable.
• Flexible with weekend work when necessary, during emergency breakdowns.

Responsibilities

• Maintain fixed and mobile plant, equipment, and buildings in line with work orders via the CMMS (MEX) system.
• Fabricate and assemble metal components with precision, ensuring correct fit, clearance, and alignment.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot faults in plant and equipment.
• Source and procure required parts and materials efficiently.
• Perform scheduled preventative maintenance and respond promptly to critical breakdowns.
• Safely operate a range of maintenance plant and equipment.
• Participate in a roster to provide timely support during emergency breakdowns across the farm.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Education

Trade qualification in metal trades

Tools

CMMS MEX

Forklift license

EWP ticket

Job description

At Flavorite,we’reproud to be Australia’s largest glasshouse producer of fresh, premium produce. We grow, market, distribute, and supply high-quality produce both nationally and internationally, driven by a commitment to sustainability, innovation, and excellence in plant cultivation. The driving force behind our story is our people. With over 1,200 team members across our sites,we’repassionate about supporting personal growth and career development. Our goal is to grow the most flavoursome produce in the most sustainable way. We foster a safe, inclusive, and connected environment where every individual feels empowered to contribute and grow alongside us. We invest in innovation, growth, and most importantly, our people!

What you will be doing and delivering

Flavorite is looking for an experienced Maintenance Technician to join our team on a Monday to Friday basis, with participation in an on-call roster every 6–8 weeks. This is a hands-on role for someone who takes pride in keeping plant, equipment, and buildings running safely and efficiently.

• Maintain fixed and mobile plant, equipment, and buildings in line with work orders via the CMMS (MEX) system
• Fabricate and assemble metal components with precision, ensuring correct fit, clearance, and alignment
• Diagnose and troubleshoot faults in plant and equipment
• Source andprocurerequired parts and materials efficiently
• Perform scheduled preventative maintenance and respond promptly to critical breakdowns
• Safelyoperatea range of maintenance plant and equipment
• Participate in a roster to providetimelysupport during emergency breakdowns across the farm

What you will bring to the role

The ideal candidate brings strong technical maintenance capability, sound diagnostic and problem-solving skills, and a reliable, safety-first work ethic. You have excellent attention to detail, can work autonomously as well as within a team, and take ownership of the quality of your work. Your positive attitude, adaptability during changing priorities, and commitment to delivering high-quality, reliable maintenance outcomes make you a valuable member of the maintenance team.

Here’swhat will help you succeed:

Qualifications & Experience:

• Be a qualified Fitter and Turner, Fitter Welder, Boilermaker, Mechanical Fitter, or hold a similar trade qualification, ordemonstraterelevant experience
• Demonstrate a strong mechanical aptitude
• Hold a current driver’s licence
• Experience with CMMS MEX, or similar software system, a forklift license and EWP ticket is highly desirable
• Flexible with weekend work whennecessary,during emergency breakdowns

At Flavorite,we’recommitted to building an inclusive and diverse team that reflects the communities that enjoy our fresh and delicious produce. We want people to feel they belong and can bring their whole selves to work.We provide a collaborative environment for our people with a keen focus on innovation,growthand continuous improvement.

• Retail Perks:Save on hundreds of everyday items, including groceries, fuel, movie tickets, homewares, electronics and more through exclusive discounts.
• Wellness Discounts:Access a variety of offers to support your physical, mental, and financial well-being, plus helpful resources on topics like budgeting, saving for your first home, and improving sleep.
• Lifestyle Benefits:Enjoy savings on health insurance, gym memberships, superannuation, and home loans, with easy access to our wellness resources and discounts.
• Fresh Produce Giveaways:Regular team giveaways of fresh produce at our farm sites
• Recognition & Rewards:We celebrate service anniversaries, special milestones, and team achievements with recognition and rewards.
• Community Involvement:Get involved in our volunteering initiatives and give back to our community.

We’regrowing – That means you can too!

We’reexpanding beyond 100 hectares in the next five years andwe’regrowing careers just as fast. Whetheryou’reupskilling, stepping up, or chasing new goals,we’rehere to grow with you.

We’reSerious About Sustainability

As second-generation Australian growers, we have been growing fresh produce for over 30 years, and our journey is unpinned by flavour and sustainability. We are dedicated to leading the way in sustainable agriculture with our glasshouse-grown produce and our investment incutting-edgetechnology is what sets us apart.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Flavorite is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion.