Mechanical Fitter – Early Shift, Production Equipment Expert

AustCorp Executive; Sydney; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 92,000; Full time

Job summary

AustCorp Executive in Sydney is seeking a hands-on, trade-qualified Mechanical Fitter to join a well-established manufacturing operation.

You will own equipment performance across your shift, carry out inspections, lubrication, machine adjustments and first‑line fault‑finding on automated production lines, working with a small team and escalating major repairs as needed while maintaining WHS and GMP standards.

Qualifications

• Trade-qualified mechanical fitter with hands-on maintenance experience.

Responsibilities

• Carry out preventative and breakdown maintenance on production and packaging machinery.
• Diagnose mechanical faults and minimise equipment downtime.
• Perform mechanical repairs, component replacements and equipment adjustments.
• Maintain pumps, motors, gearboxes, bearings, conveyors and processing equipment.
• Carry out fabrication, welding and machining repairs as required.
• Assist with machinery installations, upgrades, modifications and commissioning.
• Identify recurring equipment issues and implement improvements to plant reliability.
• Complete scheduled maintenance activities and accurately record work in the CMMS.
• Work closely with production teams to support efficient line operation and minimise disruptions.
• Maintain compliance with workplace health and safety procedures, including LOTO, GMP and food safety requirements.

Skills

Trade-qualified

Hands-on

Maintenance experience

Job description

AustCorp Executive in Sydney is seeking a hands-on, trade-qualified Mechanical Fitter to join a well-established manufacturing operation.

You will own equipment performance across your shift, carry out inspections, lubrication, machine adjustments and first‑line fault‑finding on automated production lines, working with a small team and escalating major repairs as needed while maintaining WHS and GMP standards.