Maintenance - Trade Assistant

Sunpork Group; Murray Bridge; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

SunPork Group in Murray Bridge, SA is seeking a Level 1 Maintenance Technician to join our team across multiple farms. This permanent, full-time role focuses on routine maintenance, inspections, and efficient troubleshooting to keep equipment running and safe.

The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with basic hand and power tools, strong problem-solving, and good communication to work within a team while following health and safety regulations. Welding experience is a bonus.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in performing routine maintenance tasks (welding experience is a huge benefit).
• Familiarity with basic hand and power tools.
• Ability to follow technical instructions and manuals accurately.
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations in a maintenance environment.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
• Aptitude for learning new maintenance techniques and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Performing routine maintenance on equipment and machinery
• Conducting inspections to identify and address potential issues
• Assisting with repairs and troubleshooting mechanical and electrical systems
• Ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations
• Recording maintenance activities and reporting any defects or malfunctions
• Collaborating with other team members to achieve departmental goals
• Participating in training programs to enhance technical skills and knowledge

Skills

Maintenance experience

Welding experience

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Communication

Teamwork

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

Job Description

SunPork Group is Australia's leading farmer-owned and operated pork producer, committed to delivering the highest quality fresh Australian pork to market. With over 1,500 employees across 52 locations in Australia and New Zealand, we take pride in being a trusted name in the industry.

We're passionate about what we do through our commitment to growth, to our people and to the responsible and ethical care of our animals—ensuring their wellbeing and health and comfort is at the heart of everything we do.

In joining us, you will become part of an ever-growing business – passionate about producing the best quality Aussie pork for Aussie plates – from farm to plate.

Job Description

Sunpork is seeking a dedicated individual to join our team in Murray Bridge, SA as a Level 1 Maintenance Technician working across multiple farms. This permanent, full-time position offers an exciting opportunity for the right candidate to contribute to our Maintenance division. Key responsibilities and tasks include:

• Performing routine maintenance on equipment and machinery
• Conducting inspections to identify and address potential issues
• Assisting with repairs and troubleshooting mechanical and electrical systems
• Ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations
• Recording maintenance activities and reporting any defects or malfunctions
• Collaborating with other team members to achieve departmental goals
• Participating in training programs to enhance technical skills and knowledge

The successful candidate will demonstrate a proactive approach to maintenance tasks, possess strong attention to detail, and exhibit excellent problem-solving abilities. Additionally, effective communication skills and the ability to work well within a team are essential for this role.

Desired Skills and Experience

• Proven experience in performing routine maintenance tasks (welding experience is a huge benefit)
• Familiarity with basic hand and power tools
• Ability to follow technical instructions and manuals accurately
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations in a maintenance environment
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
• Aptitude for learning new maintenance techniques and procedures