Mechanical Fitter

The Company

Sanitarium is a progressive and dynamic Australian-owned business, producing some of Australia’s most recognised brands, including Weet-Bix, UP&GO, So Good and The Alternative Dairy Co.

The Role

We have an exciting opportunity for a permanent full-time Mechanical Fitter to join our Maintenance Reliability team on the either Afternoon or Night Shift. .

If you have experience within FMCG (Fast Moving Consumer Goods) manufacturing, or are looking to build your experience within the industry, this could be the opportunity for you.

We are looking for a qualified Mechanical Fitter who brings the right attitude, a strong team focus and a willingness to learn and contribute within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

The successful applicant will demonstrate strong mechanical knowledge and skills, attention to detail, reliability and effective communication within a team environment.

The successful applicant will:

• Hold a relevant qualification – Fitter Trade Certificate or equivalent
• Ideally have experience within the FMCG manufacturing industry
• Be able to work independently and proactively across preventative maintenance schedules, breakdowns and other assigned maintenance tasks
• Be available to work afternoon or night shift.
• Have flexibility to work additional shifts or weekends where required
• Have sound knowledge of mechanical equipment and the skills required to maintain, repair and install equipment
• Be competent in diagnosing faults, responding to production breakdowns and supporting production start-ups and equipment settings
• Be competent in servicing and maintaining industrial equipment
• Have a strong customer focus and team-oriented approach
• Be familiar with, or able to learn, computerised maintenance management systems
• Communicate effectively with management and operational teams regarding equipment and maintenance issues
• Demonstrate positive behaviours aligned with Sanitarium’s values and be a reliable member of the team

All applicants must be able to demonstrate that they have the legal right to work in Australia.

We are an organisation driven by our mission and values. If you share our passion for what we do, our products and our principles, this is a great opportunity to join our team.

Hear why our employees love working at Sanitarium Health & Wellbeing, where people and purpose matter:
https://www.sanitarium.com.au/about/join-our-team/working-at-sanitarium