At Ridley, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees feel valued and respected. Ridley has been an integral part of Australian agriculture for over 30 years and are dedicated to producing high quality products and fostering a culture of collaboration and innovation.
What's on offer?
We are looking for a qualified, multi-skilled Maintenance Fitter to join Ridley Agri Products at our Maroota site. If you have hands‑on maintenance experience in a high-volume manufacturing environment, we want to hear from you.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a supportive team and make a significant impact on our Maintenance Department. We provide comprehensive training to equip you with all the skills needed for this challenging role. Ridley is an Equal Opportunity Employer and offers a competitive package with a range of employee benefits.
The Role
Key Responsibilities:
- Carry out preventative maintenance activities on plant and equipment
- Respond to mechanical breakdowns and complete repairs efficiently
- Perform fault finding and troubleshooting on mechanical equipment
- Undertake welding, fabrication, and general fitting tasks
- Assist with plant upgrades, shutdowns, and project works
- Work collaboratively with maintenance and production teams
- Complete maintenance work safely and to a high standard
- Maintain accurate maintenance records and work orders
- Identify opportunities for continuous improvement and increased reliability
- Assist in maintaining a protected and clean work environment
You will have
- Trade qualified Mechanical Fitter, Fitter & Machinist, or Welder/Boilermaker
- Experience in heavy industry, manufacturing, processing, or similar environments
- Strong mechanical aptitude and fault-finding skills
- Welding and fabrication experience highly regarded
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Positive attitude and strong work ethic
- Commitment to workplace safety and continuous improvement
Ideal Candidate:
- Reliable and motivated tradesperson
- Hands‑on approach with strong problem‑solving abilities
- Team player with a positive attitude
- Takes pride in workmanship and safety
- Willingness to learn and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives
- As part of our commitment to supporting each other and our customers, weekend availability is part of the role.