Mechanical Fitter

Evolve Scientific; Rutherford; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free on-site parking

Collaborative maintenance team

Exposure to GMP manufacturing

Job summary

Evolve Scientific in Rutherford, NSW, is seeking a Mechanical Fitter to join the maintenance team. The role involves preventative and planned maintenance, fault finding, breakdown repairs and equipment improvements across a busy manufacturing site.

You will report to the Maintenance Manager and contribute to safe, efficient site operations with a collaborative team.

Qualifications

• Trade-qualified Fitter or Machinist with at least 1 year post-apprenticeship experience in manufacturing.
• Dual trade qualifications (Fitter & Electrician, Mechanical & Electrical, or Machinist & Electrician) are highly regarded.
• Experience in pharmaceutical, food or GMP-regulated manufacturing environments is highly regarded.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative and planned maintenance across manufacturing and production equipment.
• Fault find, troubleshoot and respond to equipment breakdowns to minimise downtime.
• Complete equipment repairs, installations and modifications as required.
• Support equipment reliability, continuous improvement and maintenance projects.
• Prepare maintenance reports and liaise with the maintenance team to support safe operations.

Skills

Trade qualification

Fitter experience

Dual trade qualifications

Pharma/GMP exposure

Forklift ticket

Hydraulic systems

Pneumatic systems

Welding experience

Working at Heights

Safety-focused

Strong communication

Education

Trade qualification (Fitter)

Job description

About the Company & Role

Join a Leading Veterinary Pharmaceutical Company that develops and manufactures veterinary medicines used worldwide.

An exciting opportunity is available for a Mechanical Fitter to join the maintenance team in Rutherford. Reporting to the Maintenance Manager, you will be responsible for preventative and planned maintenance, fault finding, breakdown repairs and equipment improvement activities across a busy manufacturing site.

Duties

• Perform preventative and planned maintenance across manufacturing and production equipment
• Fault find, troubleshoot and respond to equipment breakdowns to minimise downtime
• Complete equipment repairs, installations and modifications as required
• Support equipment reliability, continuous improvement and maintenance projects
• Prepare maintenance reports, elevate equipment issues and liaise with the maintenance team to support safe and efficient site operations

Skills & Experience

• Trade qualified Fitter or Machinist with a minimum of 1-year post-apprenticeship experience within a manufacturing environment
• Dual trade qualifications (Fitter & Electrician, Mechanical & Electrical, or Machinist & Electrician) - highly regarded
• Experience within pharmaceutical, food or other GMP-regulated manufacturing environments - highly regarded
• Forklift Ticket - highly regarded
• Experience with hydraulic and pneumatic systems - highly regarded
• Welding experience - highly regarded
• Working at Heights or Confined Space - highly regarded
• Strong preventative maintenance, breakdown maintenance, fault finding and troubleshooting experience
• Safety-focused with strong communication skills and a collaborative approach

Culture & Benefits

• Free on-site parking for your convenience
• Be part of a collaborative and experienced maintenance team
• Gain exposure to a globally recognised veterinary pharmaceutical manufacturer
• Supportive leadership and strong team culture

Please Note:

A police check and pre-employment medical (including drug and alcohol screening) are required prior to commencement. These will be organised by the company.