Mechanical Maintainers

Extractas Bioscience (EB)- A global leader in the pharmaceutical industry, recently celebrated their 50th anniversary; showcasing why they are WORLD LEADERS in their space An exciting time is now underway with EB offering significant growth and employment opportunities at their Westbury Tasmania Site.

Role Summary

EB are seeking suitably qualified & career minded Mechanical Maintainers to join the Maintenance team in a permanent, full-time capacity at their manufacturing facility based in Westbury, Tasmania.

As part of this growth phase, EB has two newly created positions available for Maintainers. These positions will be working on day shift and will have the added benefit of monthly RDO's.

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensure maximum equipment uptime is achieved by providing effective and efficient mechanical preventative and breakdown maintenance.
• Undertaking fitting, fabrication or repair to fixed plant and equipment.
• Installation and commissioning of new plant and equipment.
• Ensure that all mechanical work is carried out to meet the company safety and housekeeping requirements and conforms to all relevant regulations.
• Complete work orders to appropriate standards as directed in accordance with all safety and permit requirements.
• Identify and troubleshoot defective or failed plant or equipment in conjunction with other qualified trades.
• Work in a safe and environmentally conscious manner in accordance with cGMP.

About You

You will be someone aligned to the EB values, People Matter, Transformation Matters and Outcomes Matter. In addition, successful candidates will be accountable, flexible and adaptable, someone who takes pride in their work together with an unwavering commitment to safety and an eye for detail. Specific qualifications, experience and abilities will include:

• Certificate III Mechanical trade qualifications (Australian recognised) with broad post trade heavy industrial experience highly regarded.
• Understanding of work planning and scheduling procedures.
• Understanding of financial implications of maintenance at a job level.
• A thorough understanding of contemporary maintenance work management practices.
• Experience within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Well-developed communication and interpersonal skills.
• Sound computer literacy.
• The ability to work independently/unsupervised and as part of a team.
• The ability to provide out of hours support.
• A working understanding and knowledge of WHS regulations/procedures.
• A Forklift licence and EWP ticket are highly desirable.
• Confined Space and Working at Height experience and certification are desirable.

Extractas Bioscience will provide on-the-job training in systems to support the successful candidate in their role, such as Citect, Delta V, Maximo, AMS & Chemwatch. Experience working with these systems, whilst desirable, is not essential.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary package & RDO's.
• Opportunities for ongoing training and development.
• Commitment to employee well-being and development.
• Voluntary superannuation contributions matching, up to 2.5%.
• Access to company provided Income Protection and Death Insurance.
• Collaborative and supportive work environment with a focus on teamwork.

Application Process

Please apply online by submitting a brief cover letter together with a current CV which addresses the requirements listed under the 'About You' section above. Applications must be received by 9am on 29th September 2025. We will be running an agile recruitment process and will engage with suitable candidates as soon as we have reviewed applications. As such the closing date for applications may change without notice.

*The desired commencement date for these positions is the beginning of December 2025.

For further information or to request the position description please contact:

April Paton - Permanent Recruitment Consultant:

Please note completion of a National Police Check as well as a Credit Check (where applicable) will be required to comply with Extractas' licensing requirements. A full, pre-employment medical also forms part of the recruitment process.

Who we are

As one of Australia's largest employers, we work with great companies all around Australia and New Zealand to give you the best opportunities to work when and where you want to.

At Programmed, we are committed to creating a safe and inclusive environment which values and respects diverse styles, backgrounds, experiences and perspectives.

We welcome and encourage women, people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent and people from diverse backgrounds to apply.

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