Maintenance Fitter

**Join the Village Cheese Company as a Maintenance Technician**

With over 20 years of experience in the dairy industry, Village Cheese Company prides itself on delivering exceptional products enjoyed locally and internationally.

We have an exciting opportunity for a dedicated **Maintenance Technician** to join our growing team at our manufacturing facility in **Traralgon**.

**About the Role**

As a Maintenance Technician, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth operation of our equipment and facilities. Key responsibilities include:

- Promptly addressing equipment breakdowns.
- Executing preventative maintenance schedules.
- Coordinating maintenance with third-party suppliers.
- Assisting with the installation of new equipment.
- Promoting a culture of occupational health and safety.
- Performing additional duties as needed, including occasional call-out work.

**Skills and Experience**

We’re looking for a detail-oriented professional with:

- A minimum of 3 years’ hands-on experience in manufacturing maintenance.
- The ability to interpret technical documents and effectively communicate with non-technical staff.
- Proficiency in general maintenance techniques.
- A trade qualification or equivalent.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Basic computer literacy.

**What We Offer**

We provide a competitive salary package that reflects your skills and experience, along with the opportunity to join a passionate team within a thriving industry.

If you’re a problem-solver with a proactive attitude and the expertise to keep our operations running efficiently, we’d love to hear from you
- How many years' experience do you have as a maintenance fitter?
- Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia?
- Have you worked in a role which requires a sound understanding of OH&S/WHS?
- How many years' experience do you have as a Maintenance Technician?
- Have you worked in a role where you were responsible for authoring and reviewing technical documentation?
- Have you worked in a role which requires fault finding experience?
- Do you have professional welding experience?
- Which of the following forklift licences do you have?

Pay: $35.00 - $50.00 per hour

Expected hours: 38 per week

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift

Supplementary Pay:

- Overtime pay

**Experience**:

- Fitter: 1 year (required)

Licence/Certification:

- Order Picking Forklift Licence (preferred)
- Forklift Licence (preferred)
- Driver Licence (preferred)

Work Authorisation:

- Australia (preferred)

Work Location: In person

Expected Start Date: 13/01/2025