Fitter Operator

4 days ago

Smithfield, New South Wales, Australia Drake International - Australia Full time $100,000 - $120,933 per year

Our client is a leader in the packaging and recycling industry with advanced manufacturing operations. Based in
Smithfield
, this role offers stability, a highly supportive team, and an opportunity to grow within a state-of-the-art facility.

They are seeking a qualified Fitter Operator with strong mechanical aptitude and hands-on experience in high-speed manufacturing. The ideal candidate will be proactive in maintenance, reliable with shift work, and committed to safety and teamwork. A trade qualification and a solid background in industrial environments are essential.

Pay Rate: $120,933

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

Average Hourly Rate: $52.86 per hour

OT Pay: Overtime paid above scheduled hours

Key Responsibilities:

  • Operation and maintenance of high-speed, automated FMCG machinery.
  • Preventative maintenance and mechanical troubleshooting.
  • Equipment overhauls and spare parts inventory management.
  • Accurate recording of maintenance and production data.
  • Upholding strict safety, health, and environmental standards.

Essential Requirements

  • Mechanical Trade Certificate (Plant Mechanic or similar qualification)
  • Proven experience in high-speed manufacturing or FMCG production environments
  • Proven ability to operate, maintain, and troubleshoot machinery
  • Strong communication skills and ability to work in a team environment
  • Commitment to health, safety, and environmental standards

What's on offer:

  • Full-time, permanent position with a leading manufacturer.
  • Competitive remuneration with overtime opportunities.
  • Work with state-of-the-art production equipment.
  • Strong team culture and career development support.
  • Convenient Smithfield location in a growing facility.

Apply now
to join our client's high-performing Smithfield team and advance your Maintenance career in a modern manufacturing setting.

Desired Skills and Experience
Our client is a leader in the packaging and recycling industry with advanced manufacturing operations. Based in Smithfield, this role offers stability, a highly supportive team, and an opportunity to grow within a state-of-the-art facility.

They are seeking a qualified Fitter Operator with strong mechanical aptitude and hands-on experience in high-speed manufacturing. The ideal candidate will be proactive in maintenance, reliable with shift work, and committed to safety and teamwork. A trade qualification and a solid background in industrial environments are essential.

Pay Rate: $120,933

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

Average Hourly Rate: $52.86 per hour

OT Pay: Overtime paid above scheduled hours

Key Responsibilities:

* Operation and maintenance of high-speed, automated FMCG machinery.

* Preventative maintenance and mechanical troubleshooting.

* Equipment overhauls and spare parts inventory management.

* Accurate recording of maintenance and production data.

* Upholding strict safety, health, and environmental standards.

Essential Requirements:

* Trade Qualification: Mechanical Trade Certificate, Plant Mechanic or similar.

* Experience: Worked in industrial or heavy manufacturing environments.

* Technical Skills: Proven ability to operate, maintain, and troubleshoot machinery

* Teamwork: Strong communication skills and ability to work in a team environment

* Safety Focus: Commitment to health, safety, and environmental standards

What's on offer:

* Full-time, permanent position with a leading manufacturer.

* Competitive remuneration with overtime opportunities.

* Work with state-of-the-art production equipment.

* Strong team culture and career development support.

* Convenient Smithfield location in a growing facility.

Apply now to join our client's high-performing Smithfield team and advance your maintenance career in a modern manufacturing setting.

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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