Maintenance Technician / Mechanical Fitter

Pental; Greater Shepparton; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Exclusive discounts

Fitness Passport

20 weeks paid parental leave

Learning and development

Wellbeing Hub and EAP

Recognition programs

Job summary

Pental, proudly part of the DuluxGroup, is seeking a Shift Maintenance Technician/Fitter to join our Engineering team in Australia. You will be responsible for ensuring reliable and safe operation of production plant and equipment, minimising downtime through preventative maintenance and prompt fault-finding.

The role requires a trade qualification as Maintenance Fitter/Turner and 2+ years of manufacturing experience. Flexible to day, afternoon and night shifts, with overtime.

Qualifications

• Trade-qualified Maintenance Fitter & Turner with 2+ years experience.
• Manufacturing FMCG experience preferred; mining, gas and heavy industry backgrounds considered.
• Strong mechanical fault-finding and problem-solving.
• Welding/fabrication exposure (desirable) and pneumatics/hydraulics exposure.
• Strong written and verbal communication; competent with maintenance software.
• Understanding of quality standards and OHS safety practices.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance on production plant and equipment.
• Attend to plant and equipment issues to minimise downtime.
• Carry out installations, repairs and servicing.
• Manage changeovers and testing to maximise efficiency.

Skills

Mechanical fault-finding

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Education

Trade-qualified Maintenance Fitter & Turner

Tools

Maintenance asset management system

Computer literacy

Job description

Job Description

About Us

Proudly part of the DuluxGroup, Pental has a rich heritage spanning over a century, known for manufacturing trusted household brands such as White King, Sunlight, Velvet, Softly, and Jiffy. Pental is entering a new era of growth and innovation, backed by significant investment in local production and infrastructure.

The Pental team are proud to be part of a business that not only delivers products that genuinely work but also supports Australian manufacturing and innovation.

What You’ll Be Doing

An opportunity has arisen for a highly motivated and experienced Shift Maintenance Technician/Fitter to join our Engineering team.

You will be responsible for ensuring the reliable and safe operation of production plant and equipment, minimising downtime. Your role will involve preventative maintenance tasks, attending to plant and equipment issues, performing installations, repairs, servicing, changeovers and testing to maximise effectiveness and efficiency.

Our Benefits

• Exclusive discounts on DuluxGroup products and partner offers
• Stay active anytime, anywhere through our partnership with Fitness Passport
• 20 weeks paid parental leave (primary carers) and 2 weeks partner leave from day one
• Market leading learning, development and career pathways
• Access to our Wellbeing Hub and full EAP support
• Recognition programs that celebrate your impact

What We’re Looking for

• Trade-qualified Maintenance Fitter & Turner with 2+ years experience
• Manufacturing experience required (FMCG highly regarded) - mining, gas and heavy industry backgrounds also considered
• Strong mechanical fault-finding and problem-solving capability
• Welding/fabrication experience, pneumatics, hydraulics or machining exposure (desirable)
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Proficient using computers and maintenance asset management systems
• Understanding of quality standards and OHS safety practices

Flexibility to work day, afternoon and night shifts, plus overtime is essential.

Why Join Us?

Progressing your career with the DuluxGroup means being part of a network of over 8000 employees globally who believe in our purpose to Imagine a Better Place

With origins dating back to 1918, we are a leading marketer and manufacturer of iconic brands such as Dulux, Selleys, Cabots, Yates and B&D to name a few.

By joining us, you will be a part of a long term strategy to deliver profitable growth through brand leadership, innovation and customer intimacy. We are committed to internal mobility and growth while fostering an inclusive culture with flexible work options.

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