Maintenance Fitter – South Nowra, NSWFull-Time Permanent Opportunity | Food Manufacturing | Up to $40/hr base rate + shift loading + Super
Hays are currently partnering with a well-established food manufacturing business in South Nowra to recruit an experienced Maintenance Fitter to join their Engineering team.
This is an excellent opportunity for a trade-qualified fitter who enjoys a hands-on role, working across preventative maintenance, breakdown response, equipment upgrades and continuous improvement projects within a fast-paced production setting.
About the Role
Reporting to the Engineering Manager, you will join a close-knit maintenance team consisting of Maintenance Fitters and a Maintenance Manager who oversees day-to-day operations.
Working across rotating shifts, you'll play a key role in ensuring production equipment operates safely and efficiently while supporting the installation and commissioning of a new manufacturing line.
Hours
Full-time permanent position 37.5 hours per week
Rotating shifts: 6:00am - 2:00pm 11:00am - 7:00pm
Flexibility to work both shifts is essential, although afternoon-focused arrangements may be considered following successful training.
Key Responsibilities
Carry out preventative and scheduled maintenance on manufacturing equipment
Respond to machinery breakdowns, faults, jams and equipment failures




Troubleshoot and repair mechanical systems to minimise downtime
Assist with machinery installations, upgrades and improvement projects
Support the commissioning of a new gummies production line
Ensure machinery and components meet Australian safety standards
Maintain accurate maintenance records and documentation
Promote and follow all workplace safety, GMP and food safety procedures
About You
Trade qualification as a Mechanical Fitter or Maintenance Fitter
Previous experience working within a manufacturing environment
Strong fault-finding and breakdown maintenance capability
Experience with preventative maintenance programmes
Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
Commitment to workplace safety and continuous improvement
Highly Desirable
Food manufacturing experience
Understanding of GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices)
Exposure to food safety and quality systems
Experience working with automated production equipment
Experience commissioning or installing new machinery
What's on Offer?
Permanent full-time employment
Competitive hourly rate up to $40 per hour + superannuation
Stable Monday to Friday roster
Opportunity to work on new production line installations
Supportive engineering team and leadership
Long-term career growth with a successful manufacturing business
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