Mechanical Fitter

Who are we?

Sanitarium Health Food Company is a progressive and dynamic business that is Australian owned and produces some of Australia’s leading and most trusted food products.

About the Role

We are looking for an experiencedMechanical Fitter to join our Meals Maintenance team.

Reporting to the Reliability Maintenance Manager, you will be responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, repairing and improving mechanical plant and equipment across the Meals site. You will play an important role in supporting preventative maintenance, responding to breakdowns and improving equipment reliability to minimise downtime and keep production running safely and efficiently

Key Responsibilities

• Repair, maintain and overhaul mechanical plant and equipment
• Diagnose and rectify mechanical faults across processing, packaging and conveying equipment
• Complete precision fitting, alignment, bearing replacement, gearbox maintenance and equipment rebuilds
• Install, modify and commission mechanical equipment and production assets
• Read and interpret mechanical drawings, technical manuals and equipment documentation
• Complete fabrication, welding and machining activities where appropriately trained and authorised
• Support preventative maintenance, breakdown response and continuous improvement activities
• Contribute to root cause analysis and the implementation of corrective actions
• Maintain accurate maintenance documentation and equipment records
• Work closely with Electricians, Production teams and Contractors to complete maintenance activities safely and effectively
• Identify opportunities to improve equipment reliability, maintainability and operational efficiency

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• A Trade Certificate in Engineering Mechanical Trade, Mechanical Fitting or an equivalent recognised qualification
• Experience in a mechanical maintenance role within an industrial environment
• Strong mechanical fault-finding and troubleshooting skills
• Experience working with conveyors, pumps, gearboxes, bearings and pneumatic systems
• The ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings and technical manuals
• An understanding of preventative and predictive maintenance principles
• Strong problem-solving and root cause analysis skills
• The ability to prioritise work and respond effectively to breakdown situations
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• A strong commitment to safety, quality and continuous improvement

What do we offer?

• Enjoy a 3-day weekend every week, we are looking for someone to be availableMonday – Thursday from 9am – 6.30pm
• Receive a shift allowance of 15% on top of the base rate of pay
• Work with a purpose-driven organisation that has been making a positive impact for over 125 years.
• Be part of a collaborative and supportive culture.
• Access ongoing learning and development opportunities.
• Enjoy comprehensive wellbeing initiatives and employee benefits.

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 can respect our principles then this is a great opportunity for you. 

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