Job Description

Our client is a well-established, globally backed manufacturer operating within the animal health and pharmaceutical manufacturing sector. With a strong international footprint and a long-term commitment to innovation and quality, the business continues to invest heavily in research, product development and operational excellence.

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The Opportunity

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Reporting to the Engineering & Production Manager, this is a standalone, site-wide maintenance role where you will take full ownership of production equipment reliability within a GMP-regulated manufacturing environment.

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This role suits a hands-on maintenance professional who enjoys autonomy, accountability and being the go-to technical expert on site.

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Key Responsibilities

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- Perform planned, preventative and emergency maintenance
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- Maintain and improve equipment reliability across: Autoclaves, filling labelling and printing machines, sterilisation equipment, ovens and mixers.
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- Diagnose PLC faults
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- Coordinate external electricians and specialist contractors when required
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- Manage spare parts sourcing, purchasing and inventory (including imported components)
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- Use MEX Maintenance Software to plan and document all activities
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- Ensure strict adherence to GMP and sterile manufacturing standards
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- Maintain accurate records and reporting
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What We're Looking For

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- 5+ years overall technical experience
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- 2–3+ years hands-on experience in a GMP environment
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- Robust mechanical maintenance background
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- Experience in food, pharmaceutical, packaging or sterile manufacturing
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- Ability to fault-find, read manuals and interpret schematics
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- Comfortable working independently as the sole site maintenance specialist
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Highly Regarded:

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- Trade qualification (Fitter & Turner / Mechanical Fitter or similar)
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- Experience with autoclaves, sterilisation or pharma packing equipment
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- Parts fabrication / machining capability
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- Exposure to maintenance systems (MEX or similar)
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About You

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- Self-directed and proactive
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- Organised and structured in approach
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- Comfortable being accountable for a full site
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- Practical, hands-on and willing to get involved
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- Strong communicator who collaborates well with production teams
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What's On Offer

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- $85,000 – $90,000 + Super
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- Time in lieu for after-hours support
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- Supportive leadership and collaborative culture
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- Training provided
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- Long-term career stability within a growing global business
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📌 Maintenance Fitter (Hornsby)
🏢 Norwest Recruitment
📍 Hornsby