Mechanical Fitter: Reliability, Repairs & Projects

Hakka; Sydney; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Hakka is seeking a trade-qualified Mechanical Fitter to maintain and improve equipment across our food manufacturing operations. Reporting to the Maintenance Supervisor, this hands-on role covers breakdown response, preventive maintenance and practical reliability improvements.

You’ll work across fault finding, repairs, machining, installation and project work, with safety and GMP requirements guiding every task. Experience in food manufacturing and a strong team approach are valued.

Qualifications

• Must hold a recognised Mechanical Fitter or Fitter and Turner trade qualification.
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in mechanical maintenance and repairs.
• Ability to read mechanical drawings and interpret specifications.

Responsibilities

• Respond to breakdowns and diagnose faults to minimise downtime.
• Carry out scheduled preventative maintenance and inspections.
• Install, assemble and align mechanical equipment including pumps, motors and gearboxes.
• Utilise lathes, milling machines, and hand/power tools.
• Record work, parts used and follow-up actions in maintenance systems.
• Collaborate with Production, QA and other maintenance trades while maintaining GMP compliance.

Skills

Fault finding

Machining

Equipment alignment

Reading drawings

Problem solving

Teamwork

Education

Mechanical Fitter trade qualification

Tools

Lathes

Milling machines

Welding TIG/MIG

Hydraulic/Pneumatic knowledge

Job description

Hakka is seeking a trade-qualified Mechanical Fitter to maintain and improve equipment across our food manufacturing operations. Reporting to the Maintenance Supervisor, this hands-on role covers breakdown response, preventive maintenance and practical reliability improvements.

You’ll work across fault finding, repairs, machining, installation and project work, with safety and GMP requirements guiding every task. Experience in food manufacturing and a strong team approach are valued.