Production Fitter

HYNE TIMBER; Maryborough; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Hyne Timber in Maryborough, QLD, is seeking a Production Fitter to join the rotating day/afternoon shift. You will work across the production line, provide trade-level mechanical support, diagnose faults and minimize downtime, collaborating with maintenance and wood machinists to keep the plant running safely and reliably.

Trade-qualified fitters with strong fault-finding, proactive lean thinking and CMMS experience are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Trade-qualified Fitter with experience in manufacturing or industrial settings.
• Strong fault-finding and diagnostic skills for mechanical issues.
• Experience with planned, preventive and reactive maintenance.
• Proactive approach to plant reliability and Lean problem solving.
• Effective communication and teamwork under pressure.
• Experience using CMMS (Pronto or similar) is advantageous.
• First Aid Certificate or ability to obtain it.

Responsibilities

• Work hands-on and rotate across the production line.
• Provide trade support for equipment breakdowns and disruptions.
• Diagnose, repair and adjust mechanical faults to restore production.
• Complete planned and preventative maintenance activities.
• Identify and resolve recurring equipment issues to improve reliability.
• Provide technical guidance and on-the-job coaching to Operator Maintainers.
• Contribute to continuous improvement and Lean manufacturing initiatives.

Skills

Trade-qualified Fitter

Fault-finding

Maintenance planning

Lean problem-solving

Communication

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Education

Trade certificate / apprenticeship

Tools

Pronto CMMS

Job description

• Make a real impact by supporting smooth, on-time delivery every day
• Proactive approach to plant reliability, continuous improvement and Lean problem

• Tuan QLD - Full-Time
• Make a real impact by supporting smooth, on-time delivery every day
• Proactive approach to plant reliability, continuous improvement and Lean problem

About us

Hyne Group is a collective of industry-leading businesses operating across Australia and New Zealand, with a history spanning over 140 years. From its beginnings as a sawmill on the Mary River, Hyne Group has grown into a pioneer of sustainable timber product manufacturing. The Hyne Group is supported by its partnership with global timber processors, James Jones & Sons, bringing together a combined 320 years of family-owned sawmilling heritage.

The Group, which includes Hyne Timber, XLam, Rocky Point, and Hyne Pallets, serves key sectors such as construction, garden care, horticulture and logistics. Through innovative processes and sustainable practices, the Hyne Group transforms each log into high-quality products that meet the diverse needs of our customers. This holistic approach reflects a dedication to environmental stewardship and industry-leading innovation, ensuring that every centimetre of each log turns into an opportunity for excellence.

Your Next Role - Production Fitter

As a Production Fitter, you’ll be a key part of our production team, working a rotating day/afternoon shift and actively working across the production line, while also providing trade-level mechanical support to keep our plant running safely and reliably.

You’ll combine hands-on production work with your trade expertise, providing first-response support for equipment issues, diagnosing faults, completing repairs and helping minimise downtime. Working closely with the Dry Mill Trades Lead, Maintenance team and Wood Machinists, you’ll be an important link between production and maintenance.

Key responsibilities include:

• Working hands-on and rotating across the production line
• Providing trade support for equipment breakdowns and disruptions
• Diagnosing, repairing and adjusting mechanical faults to safely restore production
• Completing planned and preventative maintenance activities
• Identifying and resolving recurring equipment issues to improve plant reliability
• Providing technical guidance and on-the-job coaching to Operator Maintainers
• Contributing to continuous improvement and Lean manufacturing initiatives

You will bring:

• Trade qualified Fitter with experience in a similar manufacturing, processing or industrial environment.
• Strong fault-finding skills and the ability to independently diagnose complex or recurring equipment issues.
• Experience delivering planned, preventative and reactive mechanical maintenance.
• Proactive approach to plant reliability, continuous improvement and Lean problem-solving practices.
• Strong communication, teamwork, organisation and problem-solving skills, with the ability to remain calm under pressure.
• Experience using Pronto or another CMMS is advantageous.
• First Aid Certificate, or ability to obtain, and flexibility to cover leave periods or rotate shifts as required.

Why Hyne Timber?

As a Hyne Timber employee, you'll enjoy:

• Above-award wages
• Paid parental leave - up to 26 weeks at full pay
• Ongoing training and career development opportunities
• Supportive, people-focused leadership
• Wellbeing programs, including access to an Employee Assistance Program for you and your immediate family
• Secure, long-term employment with opportunities to grow

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