As a
Maintenance Fitter
- Kiln
, you will be responsible for maintaining, repairing and improving the site's kiln car fleet to ensure safe, efficient and reliable production. Kiln cars are among the plant's most valuable assets, and this role plays a key part in supporting operational excellence, production targets and continuous improvement initiatives.
Working closely with Production, Engineering and Maintenance teams, you will ensure kiln cars remain in optimal condition while maintaining high standards of safety, housekeeping and asset management.
Key Responsibilities
Maintenance & Reliability
Carry out corrective maintenance, including steel fabrication, welding and refractory repairs.
Implement and continuously improve preventive maintenance programs, including:
Wheel greasing
Expansion joint maintenance
Block positioning and refractory inspections
Monitor kiln car condition, ensuring wheels, frames and refractory components meet operational standards.
Coordinate kiln car movements with production teams to maintain optimal fleet availability.
Identify and implement improvements to maintenance systems, equipment, tools, consumables and work processes.
Planning & Asset Management
Maintain accurate kiln car service records, status reports and maintenance documentation.
Monitor and manage stock levels of maintenance consumables and spare parts, including:
Wheels, axles and bearings
Steel and welding consumables
Refractory materials and insulation products
Provide regular updates and maintenance reports to the Engineering Team.
Contribute to daily planning activities and support cost-effective maintenance practices.
Safety & Continuous Improvement
Maintain and promote WHS&E; standards at all times.
Participate in risk assessments and contribute to safe work procedures and Job Safety Analyses (JSAs).
Review and improve maintenance procedures and work instructions.
Maintain high housekeeping and 5S standards within the work area.
Actively participate in toolbox meetings, improvement initiatives and problem solving activities.
Demonstrate ownership and accountability for equipment performance and reliability.
About You
We're looking for a motivated and safety-focused tradesperson who enjoys working in a manufacturing workplace and takes pride in maintaining critical assets.
Welding experience is essential to this role.
Experience in maintenance & fabrication.
Strong hazard identification and risk management skills.
Ability to work safely and follow maintenance plans and schedules.
Good written and verbal communication skills.Strong attention to detail and record-keeping capability.
Ability to work collaboratively with operators, supervisors and site leadership teams.
A proactive approach to continuous improvement and problem solving.
Personal Attributes
Honest, reliable and acts with integrity.
Accountable and performance driven.
Self-motivated with strong initiative.
Decisive and solutions focused.
Respects and values diversity and teamwork.
Committed to safety, quality and operational excellence.
What We Offer
Stable, full-time opportunity with a leading Australian manufacturer.
Supportive team environment.
Ongoing training and development opportunities.
Career progression within a respected national organisation.
A strong safety culture and commitment to employee wellbeing.
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📌 Maintenance Fitter - Kiln (Brisbane)
🏢 Csr
📍 Brisbane