Senior Maintenance Fabricator – Meat Processing Plant

Rashi Joshi; Broken Hill; On-site; AUD 85,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Ongoing training

Dynamic team

Inclusive work environment

Job summary

Hirino Pty Ltd t/a Gundagai Meat Processors (GMP) is seeking a Maintenance Fabricator for a full-time position at the Gundagai site in NSW. The role involves interpreting drawings, fabricating and repairing plant equipment, and performing preventive maintenance in a meat processing environment.

The ideal candidate has welding skills (MIG/TIG/Stick), relevant engineering qualifications or strong fabrication experience, and a commitment to safety and quality standards.

Qualifications

• Certificate III in Engineering (Fabrication Trade) or Certificate IV in a relevant engineering discipline; or 3+ years fabrication/maintenance experience in lieu of formal quals.
• Experience with stick, MIG and TIG welding on metal components, including stainless steel.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and schematics.
• Strong fault-finding and diagnostic skills; able to work under time pressure.
• Good communication and teamwork; careful with safety and quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Study and interpret engineering drawings to determine fabrication/repair requirements across GMP site.
• Prepare metal stock (stainless/mild steel) and cut to size using appropriate tools.
• Assemble and align fabricated parts, weld components, and finish to meet hygiene standards.
• Perform routine and preventive maintenance on conveyors, motors, and machinery.
• Respond to emergency breakdowns and conduct root-cause analysis to minimise downtime.
• Assist in installation/commissioning of new equipment and training of apprentices.

Skills

Welding (MIG/TIG)

Fabrication experience

Reading drawings/blueprints

Fault finding/diagnostics

Teamwork/communication

Education

Certificate III in Engineering (Fabrication Trade)

Certificate IV in Engineering discipline

Tools

Stick welding

MIG welding

TIG welding

Job description

Hirino Pty Ltd t/a Gundagai Meat Processors (GMP) is seeking a Maintenance Fabricator for a full-time position at the Gundagai site in NSW. The role involves interpreting drawings, fabricating and repairing plant equipment, and performing preventive maintenance in a meat processing environment.

The ideal candidate has welding skills (MIG/TIG/Stick), relevant engineering qualifications or strong fabrication experience, and a commitment to safety and quality standards.