Maintenance Fitter

3 hours ago

Smithfield, New South Wales, Australia Drake International - Australia Full time $80,000 - $120,933 per year

Our client is a
leading force in the packaging and recycling industry
, operating advanced manufacturing facilities. Based in
Smithfield
, this position offers
long-term stability
, a
supportive team environment
, and the chance to
develop your career
within a
modern, high-tech facility
.

They are currently seeking an
experienced Fitter Operator
with strong mechanical skills and hands-on experience in
high-speed production environments
. The ideal candidate will take a proactive approach to maintenance, demonstrate reliability with shift work, and show a strong commitment to
safety and teamwork
. A relevant
trade qualification
and solid
industrial experience
are essential.

MUST HAVE AUSTRALIAN TRADE QUALIFICATIONS AND LOCAL INDUSTRY EXPERIENCE.

Pay Rate:
$120,933

Shifts:
6am-6pm & 6pm-6am

Roster:
5.5-day rotating roster as follows:

  • 2 x day shifts
  • 3 x night shifts
  • 4 days off
  • 3 x day shifts
  • 1 day off
  • 3 x night shifts
  • 5 days off

Average Hourly Rate:
$52.86 per hour

OT Pay:
Overtime paid for hours worked beyond scheduled shifts

Key Responsibilities:

  • Operate and maintain high-speed, automated FMCG machinery.
  • Perform preventative maintenance and troubleshoot mechanical issues.
  • Conduct equipment overhauls and manage spare parts inventory.
  • Accurately record maintenance activities and production data.
  • Uphold strict safety, health, and environmental standards.

Essential Requirements:

  • Mechanical Trade Certificate (Plant Mechanic or equivalent)
  • Proven experience in high-speed manufacturing or FMCG production
  • Demonstrated ability to operate, maintain, and troubleshoot machinery
  • Strong communication and teamwork skills
  • Commitment to health, safety, and environmental compliance

What's on Offer:

  • Full-time, permanent role with an industry-leading manufacturer
  • Competitive pay with regular overtime opportunities
  • Access to state-of-the-art machinery and technology
  • Supportive team culture with ongoing training and development
  • Convenient
    Smithfield
    location in a rapidly expanding facility

Apply now
to join our client's high-performing Smithfield team and take the next step in your maintenance career within a world-class manufacturing environment.

Desired Skills and Experience
Our client is a leading force in the packaging and recycling industry, operating advanced manufacturing facilities. Based in Smithfield, this position offers long-term stability, a supportive team environment, and the chance to develop your career within a modern, high-tech facility.

They are currently seeking an experienced Fitter Operator with strong mechanical skills and hands-on experience in high-speed production environments. The ideal candidate will take a proactive approach to maintenance, demonstrate reliability with shift work, and show a strong commitment to safety and teamwork. A relevant trade qualification and solid industrial experience are essential.

MUST HAVE AUSTRALIAN TRADE QUALIFICATIONS AND LOCAL INDUSTRY EXPERIENCE.

Pay Rate: $120,933

Shifts: 6am-6pm & 6pm-6am

Roster: 5.5-day rotating roster as follows:

2 x day shifts

3 x night shifts

4 days off

3 x day shifts

1 day off

3 x night shifts

5 days off

Average Hourly Rate: $52.86 per hour

OT Pay: Overtime paid for hours worked beyond scheduled shifts

Key Responsibilities:

Operate and maintain high-speed, automated FMCG machinery.

Perform preventative maintenance and troubleshoot mechanical issues.

Conduct equipment overhauls and manage spare parts inventory.

Accurately record maintenance activities and production data.

Uphold strict safety, health, and environmental standards.

Essential Requirements:

Mechanical Trade Certificate (Plant Mechanic or equivalent)

Proven experience in high-speed manufacturing or FMCG production

Demonstrated ability to operate, maintain, and troubleshoot machinery

Strong communication and teamwork skills

Commitment to health, safety, and environmental compliance

What's on Offer:

Full-time, permanent role with an industry-leading manufacturer

Competitive pay with regular overtime opportunities

Access to state-of-the-art machinery and technology

Supportive team culture with ongoing training and development

Convenient Smithfield location in a rapidly expanding facility

Apply now to join our client's high-performing Smithfield team and take the next step in your maintenance career within a world-class manufacturing environment.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

At Drake, we are committed to fostering diversity, inclusion, and equity. While our journey is ongoing, our shared goal is to create an environment where every individual is respected and valued. We are a community that recognises the strength of diversity.

Right to Work

The above position is open only to applicants who have a current right to work in Australia. Applicants who do not have a current right to work In Australia will unfortunately not be considered and are respectfully asked not to apply.

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