Mechanical Fitter

At Saputo, we bring positive 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? How you will make contributions that matter

Your responsibilities

- Undertaking proactive, preventative and reactive mechanical maintenance across the site.
- Diagnosing faults and responding to equipment breakdowns to minimise production downtime.
- Mechanical fitting, machining and repairs across production equipment.
- Welding and fabrication, including TIG welding on stainless steel.
- Supporting plant upgrades, installations and continuous improvement activities.
- Working safely and collaboratively with the broader maintenance and production teams.

About you

- Trade qualified in Mechanical Fitting, Fitting & Machining or a similar mechanical trade, with strong 4th-year apprentices also to be considered.
- Previous maintenance experience within dairy, food, FMCG or manufacturing will be highly regarded.
- Strong mechanical fault-finding skills and the ability to work confidently and autonomously.
- Experience with pneumatics is highly desirable, with hydraulic knowledge also advantageous.
- TIG welding experience would be highly regarded.
- Comfortable working a structured rotating roster that includes days, nights and weekends.

Work schedule

We’ll support you with A structured 6-week rotating roster, with two weekends worked across the six-week cycle and additional overtime opportunities available.



Ongoing training and development, including additional licences and tickets where required. The opportunity to join an established and experienced multi-trade maintenance team.

Saputo Dairy Australia is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants must have full Australian working rights.

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 Good 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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📌 Mechanical Fitter - Maintenance (Upper Burnie)
🏢 Saputo
📍 Upper Burnie