As a global key player in yeasts and fermentation, Lesaffre designs, manufactures and markets cutting-edge solutions for baking, food taste & pleasure, health care and biotechnology. The Lesaffre family group is built around solid fundamentals backed by 160 years of experience. Lesaffre Australia Pacific is the subsidiary of Lesaffre and was established in 1993.

We are now seeking an experienced Maintenance Fitter for our Maintenance team in Dandenong South.

Job Description

Only applicants with the legal right to live and work in Australia will be considered.

Responsibilities

- Carry out preventive and reactive maintenance of or repairs to plant and buildings as required.
- Actively involved in the implementation, understanding and maintenance of all quality and food safety policies and procedures relating to the maintenance function.
- Actively involved in Workplace Health and Safety, particularly with Confined Space Entry, Lock‑out Procedures and Working at Heights.
- Apply mechanical skill to repair and maintenance of all plant items.
- Be available for afterhours plant maintenance via participation in Call‑out Roster.
- Have proven Maintenance Fitter experience in a FMCG, GMP and HACCP environment.

Skills and Experience





- Qualified Fitter and Turner with proven experience in:
- Packing lines
- Pumps, motors and gearboxes
- Tanks and Vessels
- Knowledge of HACCP
- General machining – lathe and mill
- TIG welding
- Knowledge of LEAN principles

- Ability to work in confined spaces and at heights.
- Able to work with a team and approach others in a tactful and professional manner.
- Flexibility in hours to work overtime, including weekends.
- Ability to participate in a Call‑Out Roster.
- Proactive and use initiative without direction from Management or others.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, both written and verbal.
- Have a positive attitude.
- Confined Space ticketed.
- CMMS experience.
- Possession of a valid driver's license.
- Possession of a forklift driving license.

Benefits

- Company paid Life and TPD Insurance
- Join a Global FMCG business
- Available Overtime
- Collaborative, inclusive, innovative and stimulating environment
- Projects where your footprint will be visible
- A committed, dynamic, field‑close team

Qualifications

- Australia Qualified Fitter and Turner
- Confined Space Ticket
- CMMS Experience
- Driver's License

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📌 Maintenance Fitter (City of Greater Dandenong)
🏢 Lesaffre Iberica
📍 City of Greater Dandenong