Job Description
As a Maintenance Fitter in poultry manufacturing, you will be responsible for
bothreactiveandpreventativemaintenance
of production equipment and machinery.
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Your role ensures high uptime, safety, reliability, and compliance with food-processing standards. This role is critical in supporting production efficiency and achieving minimal downtime.
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Key responsibilities
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Perform start-up checks and complete preventative maintenance tasks designed to minimize breakdown risks and optimize equipment longevity
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Perform preventative, planned, and reactive maintenance on machinery and equipment
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Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems
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Ensure all equipment is operating safely and efficiently in accordance with manufacturer specifications
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Respond promptly to maintenance requests to minimise downtime
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Production Line setup and ensuring all lines are running smoothly
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Solve technical problems and check to ensure smooth
production/packaging
run
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Liaise with Operations and Maintenance Management to discuss problems and improvements
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Maintain accurate records in a systematized manner of maintenance activities, including service logs and parts usage
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Identify opportunities for process improvement and cost savings
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About you
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Trade qualifications in Fitter / Turning are required
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Proven experience in maintenance within a manufacturing or food production setting
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Strong mechanical aptitude and experience with workshop activities such as lathe, machining, welding, and rebuilds
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Proficiency in troubleshooting and problem-solving mechanical systems
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Knowledge of pneumatic and hydraulic systems
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Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and schematics
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Drivers Licence and Forklift license required
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Excellent communication skills and ability to work independently or in a team
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📌 Maintenance Fitter & Turner (New South Wales)
🏢 m & J Chickens
📍 New South Wales