Maintenance Fitter

6 days ago

Newcastle Maitland Hunter, Australia Cleanaway Operations Pty Ltd Full time $60,000 - $90,000 per year

Operating out of our Kooragang Liquid Treatment Plant you will be integral in ensuring Plant Preventative and Corrective maintenance activities as well as breakdowns are carried out in a timely manner and to site standards.

  • Permanent - Fulltime position – Kooragang, NSW
  • Pay rate of $45 an hour + penalties for Overtime
  • Day Shift, Monday to Friday. Flexible start times available
  • Full uniforms provided

The Opportunity:

  • Performing all activities safely
  • Perform fault/maintenance diagnostic activities & complete repairs as required to ensure continuous operation of the plant.
  • Carry out scheduled preventative maintenance services relating to the plant.
  • Plan regular maintenance activities. Recommend and implement improvements to fixed plant and work practices
  • Supervision of contractors onsite
  • Documentation of maintenance activities, maintenance of databases and generation of purchasing requests
  • Perform fabrication activities in accordance with blueprints or schematic drawings including any minor welding repairs as required, set up and operate lathe, drill press, grinder, and other metalworking equipment.

About You:

  • Certificate III in Engineering – Mechanical Trade (AUS) or National Certificate in Automotive Machining – Level 4(NZ) or equivalent.
  • Experience with Pumps, Compressors, High pressure valves and flanges
  • Forklift license, EWP license, Confined space and working at heights are highly advantageous
  • Computer literacy is essential for this role
  • Ability to work overtime
  • Demonstrated experience in fault-finding and repairing a range of machinery

About Us

Join us at Cleanaway and contribute to making a sustainable future possible, together.

We transform waste into resources and renewable energy.  When you start to think of waste as a resource, it opens a world of possibilities.

As a high growth, ASX listed organisation with over 7500 employees, our goal is to be recognised by our customers as the most innovative and sustainable waste management company with industry leading HSE performance.  We are Australia's largest company in this sector, providing essential services to millions of customers and communities Nationally.

Why join Cleanaway?

  • Flexible working arrangements
  • Career opportunities in a high growth, Australian business
  • Supportive and safe work environment
  • Paid parental leave
  • Great company benefits: Employee share program, company discounts, salary packaging, flu vaccinations, EAP, discounts on private health insurance and more

Our Process

Our recruitment process involves a number of checks including, but not limited to, criminal history, medicals, drug & alcohol testing, as well as verification of qualifications, licences and right-to-work status.

We are dedicated to improving employment outcomes and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. We also welcome candidates of all ages, abilities, gender identities, experiences (including veterans), and cultural backgrounds.

If you require any adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact us by emailing

Join us on our exciting journey towards a sustainable future.

Simply click the Apply button below or visit and let's make a positive impact together.

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