About Saputo
At Saputo, we bring good to the table by making high-quality products, investing in our people, and supporting communities around the world .
As a top 10 global dairy processor, we value contributions that matter and strive to foster an inclusive, growth-driven work environment.
Ready to bring your best?
Allansford, VIC | Day Shift | Permanent Full-Time
Are you an experienced Mechanical Fitter looking to take the next step in your career while remaining hands-on?
We are seeking a Reliability Trades Coordinator to join our Allansford site in a newly created position designed to support our Reliability and Production teams.
As a key member of the Reliability team, you will act as the link between the Reliability Supervisor and the trade workforce, helping coordinate daily maintenance activities, support breakdown response, drive continuous improvement initiatives and ensure operational priorities are executed effectively.
About the Role
This position is an extension of a Fitter & Turner role and combines hands-on maintenance work with day-to-day coordination of trade resources and activities.
You will continue performing mechanical maintenance while providing support and guidance to team members and helping maintain strong communication between maintenance and production teams.
Key responsibilities include:
Coordinating daily maintenance activities and trade resources
Supporting breakdown response and troubleshooting activities
Assisting with the allocation and prioritisation of maintenance work
Providing coaching and technical support to trades personnel
Supporting shutdown planning and execution
Maintaining accurate maintenance documentation and records in SAP




What You'll Bring
Essential Certificate III in Engineering (Mechanical) or Fitter & Turner Trade Qualification
Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
Ability to work collaboratively across maintenance and production teams
Experience using maintenance management systems and Microsoft Office applications
Strong organisational and problem-solving skills
Ability to coordinate competing priorities in a fast-paced environment
Highly Regarded FMCG, food manufacturing or dairy industry experience
Previous Leading Hand, Team Leader, Coordinator or leadership experience
SAP PM and CMMS experience
Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and continuous improvement experience
Leadership experience is desirable but not essential.
What's on Offer
Day shift roster
Overtime opportunities available
Opportunity to play a key role in improving site reliability and operational performance
Supportive leadership team focused on development and succession planning
Who We Are Looking For
Trade-qualified Mechanical Fitter with strong hands-on skills, a collaborative approach, and the ability to influence others.
You thrive in manufacturing environments and are passionate about safety, reliability, and performance.
Ready to step into a leadership-focused role while staying on the tools?




We'd love to hear from you.
Saputo Dairy Australia is an equal opportunity employer.
Applications close 17th September, however, we may progress sooner.
All applicants require Australian working rights at the time of applying.
As a leading dairy processor in Australia, Saputo produces, markets, and distributes a variety of products, with a portfolio of well-loved brands such as Devondale, Liddells, CHEER, Mersey Valley and Tasmanian Heritage.
Our people bring these popular brands to life, while servicing our farming communities and through our AG Warehouse network.
Whether your expertise lies in manufacturing, operations, supply chain, sales, quality assurance, or in any other function, your role is integral to our success.
You will make contributions that matter, all while working alongside colleagues who genuinely care about your success and who will roll up their sleeves to help.
Making Positive Food Is Our Passion, and we do it responsibly.
Our caring teams process about 10 billion litres of milk annually into a diversified range of dairy and dairy alternative products sold in over 50 countries.
With 54 manufacturing facilities and over 18,100 employees, we operate our leading business in Canada, the USA, Australia, and the United Kingdom.
All dairy processors have access to the same raw material and equipment; what distinguishes us is our can-do spirit and our diverse, inclusive work culture that empowers employees to grow in their own way.
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📌 Reliability Trade Coordinator (Victoria)
🏢 Saputo
📍 Victoria