Industrial Fitter

3 days ago


Ulverstone, Tasmania, Australia Simplot Full time

At Simplot, we're driven by our purpose: Feeding the World. As a leading food manufacturer and agricultural business, we're committed to working with like-minded individuals who share our passion for delivering high-quality products to our customers.

About Our Company

We have 17 food manufacturing and processing sites across Australia and New Zealand, serving major retail and foodservice customers in 37 countries. With a workforce of 8,000 people across North America, Latin America, and Asia Pacific, we're dedicated to creating a better future through sustainable food production.

Our Role

An exciting opportunity exists for a skilled Industrial Fitter to join our high-performing maintenance team at our Ulverstone facility. Reporting to the Maintenance Area Manager, you'll provide mechanical support to our large-scale production operations, working on a variety of days across Monday to Friday (07:00-15:30).

What You Will Do
  • You'll participate in site safety activities and ensure that plant and equipment, including food preparation, cutting equipment, and packaging machinery, are maintained according to schedules.
  • Assist with preventative, predictive, breakdown, and corrective maintenance activities, working collaboratively with electricians and contractors to achieve job objectives.
  • Contribute to continual improvement processes, utilizing automated equipment and software such as MEX (CMMS) and Windows-based systems.
  • Support annual site shutdown maintenance activities and maintain accurate records.
About You
  • You hold a current Cert III Engineering (Mechanical) qualification and possess excellent safety commitment, communication, and problem-solving skills.
  • Awareness of pneumatics and hydraulics is advantageous, while experience within an FMCG industry plant will be highly regarded.
  • Sound judgment and decision-making ability, combined with time management skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, will also be essential.
The Perks
  • Fully supplied uniform, boots, PPE, and on-site parking facilities.
  • Opportunities for professional growth and development within a supportive team environment.
  • On-site canteen and soft tissue specialist appointments.

This is an outstanding chance to build your industrial fitter career with a global leader in food processing, where you can contribute to innovative solutions and drive success.



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