Maintenance Officer

We believe in playing our part - as an Australian leader in aquaculture and leading seafood brand - to ensure a prosperous, healthy planet for future generations. Every day, we proudly play our role in the global production of responsibly farmed salmon and prawns that enables us to make a valuable contribution to feeding Australians and the world.

With over 35 years' experience, we are industry leaders, innovators, safe and diligent producers and first and foremost, we are responsible farmers who prioritise our people, their safety and their communities. Tassal has a long history of supporting local organisations and is committed to supporting groups that foster and enhance the engagement and connectivity of the communities where they operate.

**We love the seafood, but we really love people. They are our heartbeat. Our communities form our heartland.**

**About the job**

We are seeking an experienced and skilled Maintenance Officer to join our Tassal team.

As a Maintenance Officer at our Storm Bay zone in Nubeena, you will be spending a significant amount of time on the water. You will be responsible for responding to breakdowns and ensuring our resources and equipment are running smoothly with limited downtime with a positive and proactive attitude.

Reporting to the maintenance manager, this role will suit a proactive, hands-on enthusiastic person who takes pride in their work and sets themselves high standards. You will be exposed to a diverse and exciting range of duties, perfect for a self-motivated and technically minded individual.

Duties can include;
- Conducting regular maintenance on machinery and equipment to ensure they are operating efficiently and effectively.
- Diagnosing and repairing faults and breakdowns in machinery and equipment.
- Responding to emergency breakdowns to minimize downtime.
- Ensuring all work is completed in a safe and efficient manner, adhering to all safety regulations and procedures.
- Communicating with the wider business to schedule maintenance work and minimize downtime.

***About you**

To be successful in this role you will need:

- Mechanical trade qualified or 3rd/4th year apprentice.
- Previous experience as a Maintenance Officer or similar role.
- Experience with Diesel mechanics, Automotive or Fabrication.
- Experience in 12V electrical, hydraulics, and welding will be advantageous.
- Proven experience in finding mechanical faults.
- Ensure compliance with all legislative requirements.
- Ensure compliance with all legislative requirements.
- Current drivers' licence.
- Strong communication skills.
- Rights to work in Australia; and
- Successfully pass pre-employment medical and drug test.

**Benefits for you**
- **Bonus** paid day off for your Birthday
- Access to Maxxia Rewards - an online app where you can receive a discount on your weekly supermarket shop and purchase discounted movie tickets plus more
- Discounted Private Health Insurance with waived waiting periods.
- Work with some of the latest technology and be part of the blue ag tech evolution.
- Foster personal connections across our teams & businesses - there are 1900 of us and counting
- Voluntary Annual Flu vaccinations at selected sites or full reimbursement from your Medical Clinic
- Free access to Workplace, Health and Wellbeing Support for yourself **and** your family including but not limited to Personal Challenges, Mental Health, Grief, Separation or Financial challenges.
- And of course, Deliciously Discounted Seafood from our shop and truck

**About us**:
Today Tassal is valued as a world leader in Blue AgTech, sustainably feeding Australia and the world. It's our people that have made this happen. As an Employer of Choice we strive for excellence across the business. To learn more about our business, people and products visit
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**Applications close 9am Friday 12**th** May**

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