Maintenance Technician

Nutrien Ag Solutions, Inc.; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Nutrien Day

Competitive pay

Parental leave

Salary sacrifice options

Extra leave

Employee assistance programs

Job summary

Nutrien Ltd. in Laverton North, VIC, seeks a Maintenance Technician to support upkeep, repair and preventative maintenance of equipment and systems on-site. The role requires coordinating with production, maintaining records and ensuring safety compliance for efficient operations.

Applicants should have mechanical engineering credentials, 5+ years in a similar role, and forklift/EWPA licences, plus strong problem-solving and communication skills. Growth and benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Engineering degree in Mechanical and/or Fitter & Turner qualification.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in a similar maintenance role.
• Understanding of manufacturing processes and safety requirements.
• Experience with MEX, fabrication, hot works or chemical manufacturing highly regarded.

Responsibilities

• Conduct regular inspections, servicing and preventative/reactive maintenance across plant equipment.
• Respond to equipment failures and support safe, timely restoration of operations.
• Assist with installation and commissioning of new and existing equipment.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records, including work orders, permits and logs.
• Work with production to align maintenance with operational schedules.
• Support audits, SOPs, training records and maintenance procedures.
• Contribute to continuous improvement focused on plant reliability and efficiency.
• Maintain supplier relationships and coordinate contractors for plant activities.
• Ensure maintenance complies with OH&S and hazardous substances standards.

Skills

Mechanical engineering

Fitter & Turner

Forklift Licence

EWPA Licence

MS Word

MS Excel

Inventory management

Safety awareness

Problem solving

Education

Mechanical engineering degree

Job description

Location: Laverton North, VIC, AUS, 3026

Workplace Type: On-Site

Experience Level:

Job Type: Full Time

Why Nutrien?

If you want a career that makes a difference, come work with us at Nutrien, where your purpose every day is real and impactful - Going Further for Australian farmers.

We’re a local employer with a local heartbeat, backed by global resources. We’re guided by our culture of care and our core values: We put safety first; We act with integrity; We are stronger together; We deliver with excellence.

Loveland Agri Products is part of Nutrien, supporting Australian agriculture through a range of proprietary agricultural products across plant nutrition, crop protection, adjuvants and seed treatments.

What You'll Do:

We are looking for a Maintenance Technician to support the upkeep, repair and preventative maintenance of equipment and systems at our Laverton Manufacturing Facility. This role plays a practical part in keeping operations running safely, efficiently and in line with production needs by:

• Conducting regular inspections, servicing and preventative/reactive maintenance across plant equipment.
• Responding to equipment failures and supporting the safe, timely restoration of operations.
• Assisting with the installation and commissioning of new and existing equipment.
• Maintaining accurate maintenance records, including work orders, permits, equipment logs and spare parts inventory.
• Working closely with production and manufacturing leaders to align maintenance activities with operational schedules.
• Supporting audits, engineering SOPs, training records and maintenance-related procedures.
• Contributing to continuous improvement initiatives focused on plant reliability, downtime and production efficiency.
• Maintaining supplier relationships and coordinating contractors required for plant activities.
• Ensuring maintenance activities comply with OH&S requirements and company standards for hazardous substances.

What You'll Bring:

• Engineering degree in Mechanical and/or Fitter & Turner qualification.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in the same or a similar maintenance role.
• Understanding of manufacturing or engineering processes and safety requirements.
• Forklift Licence and Yellow Card - EWPA Licence.
• Medium to advanced Microsoft Word and Excel skills.
• Inventory management capability, attention to detail and clear communication skills.
• A safe working approach and practical problem-solving skills.
• Experience with MEX, fabrication, hot works or chemical manufacturing would be highly regarded.

What You'll Get:

• Purpose-Driven Work - Make an impact as part of a global team supporting agriculture and going further for Australian farmers.
• Competitive Pay & Benefits - Enjoy a competitive pay and benefits package, an extra day of leave (Nutrien Day), gender-neutral parental leave, salary sacrifice options, and more.
• Performance-Based Rewards - Eligible roles participate in incentive programs that recognize individual and business contributions.
• Grow Your Career - Develop through on-the-job learning, mentoring opportunities, structured development programs, and support for further education.
• Support When it Matters - Access Employee Assistance Programs, help finding general practitioners (GPs), and other resources designed to support you and your family's health and wellbeing.
• Thrive in a Strong Culture - Our core values shape how we work: putting safety first, acting with integrity, being stronger together and delivering excellence.
  Please note that benefits packages may be different depending on employment status and location. For more information about our employee benefits and wellbeing programs, visit our Benefits page.

At Nutrien, we’re committed to Feeding the Future. As a global leader in agriculture, we go further for Australian farmers, and we believe our people are our greatest asset! Join a purpose-driven organisation where your work directly supports sustainable farming and food production.

Nutrien Ag Solutions is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive workplace that welcomes applicants of all ages, genders, and backgrounds. This role will remain posted until filled, and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted directly; others will be notified via email at the end of the recruitment process. To be considered, applicants must have unrestricted, ongoing working rights in Australia and may be required to complete pre-employment background checks. Please note that unsolicited CVs will not be accepted, and Nutrien Ag Solutions is not liable for any received.

At Nutrien, we never stop growing, because our world never does. Our size can help us weather a storm, but with that ability comes a great responsibility—to our growers and customers, our employees and shareholders, our communities, and the planet.