Mechanical Fitter

Saputo, Inc.; Shire of Indigo; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Uniforms provided

PPE provided

Shift allowances under EBA

Job summary

Saputo Dairy Australia in Kiewa, VIC, is seeking a skilled Mechanical Fitter for an on-site role. You will maintain and repair production equipment, support faults diagnosis, and help install upgrades to maximise equipment reliability in a fast-paced dairy environment.

The role offers a 4 on/4 off roster with 12-hour shifts, opportunities for training, and a safety-focused team culture. Experience in dairy or food manufacturing is highly regarded; Australian working rights required.

Qualifications

• Trade-qualified Mechanical Fitter with experience in manufacturing or industrial environments.
• Comfortable working a 4 on and 4 off roster, and 12-hour rotating shifts (day/night).
• Strong mechanical aptitude with knowledge of pneumatic, hydraulic, and process systems.
• Experience in dairy or food manufacturing (highly regarded).
• Positive attitude toward digital systems and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on production & processing equipment.
• Diagnosing and repair mechanical faults while ensuring compliance with food safety standards to support production priorities.
• Assist with installation and commissioning of new equipment and upgrades.
• Accurately document maintenance activities using SAP (training provided).
• Collaborate with production and engineering teams to drive equipment reliability and process improvements.
• Contribute to a culture of food safety, ensuring maintenance practices consistently meet regulatory & business standards.

Skills

Mechanical fitter

4 on 4 off roster

Pneumatic systems

Hydraulic systems

Process systems

Communication

Continuous improvement

Education

Trade qualification

Tools

SAP

Job description

## Mechanical FitterApply: On-Site: Kiewa, VIC: Full time: Posted Today: End Date: October 31, 2026 (30 days left to apply): JR67383At Saputo, we bring good to the table by making high-quality products, investing in our people, and supporting communities around the world . As a top 10 global dairy processor, we value contributions that matter and strive to foster an inclusive, growth-driven work environment. Ready to bring your best?**How you will make contributions that matter:**We’re looking for a skilled and motivated Mechanical Fitter to join our team at our site in Kiewa. In this hands-on role, you’ll be responsible for maintaining and repairing mechanical systems across our production facilities. You will play a key role in ensuring equipment reliability, minimising downtime, and supporting continuous improvement in a fast-paced dairy manufacturing environment.**Key Responsibilities:*** Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on production & processing equipment* Diagnosing and repair mechanical faults while ensuring compliance with food safety standards to support production priorities* Assist with installation and commissioning of new equipment and upgrades * Ensure all work is carried out in accordance with WHS, GMP, and HACCP requirements* Accurately document maintenance activities using SAP (training provided)* Collaborate with production and engineering teams to drive equipment reliability and process improvements* Contribute to a culture of food safety, ensuring maintenance practices consistently meet regulatory & business standards**Skills & Experience:*** Trade-qualified Mechanical Fitter with experience in manufacturing or industrial environments* Comfortable working a 4 on and 4 off roster, and 12-hour rotating shifts (day/night).* Strong mechanical aptitude with knowledge of pneumatic, hydraulic, and process systems.* Experience in dairy or food manufacturing (highly regarded).* Positive attitude toward digital systems and continuous improvement.* Excellent communication skills and a proactive, hands-on approach.**We’ll support you with:*** A structured onboarding, training and transition plan.* A collaborative and safety-focused team environment.* Uniforms, PPE, and relevant shift allowances provided under the EBA.If you are interested in learning more about the role and joining our Maintenance Team in Kiewa, please click Apply!All applicants require full Australian working rights at the time of applying. Saputo Dairy Australia is an equal opportunity employer.