FMCG Maintenance Technician
About the role
Keith's Quality Foods is seeking an experienced FMCG Maintenance Technician with an electrical trade qualification or appropriate restricted electrical licence to join our team.
This hands‐on role is responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting and optimising production machinery, equipment and facilities.
Key areas of focus include electrical fault‐finding, preventative maintenance and breakdown response, ensuring our equipment operates safely, reliably and efficiently.
The successful candidate will have demonstrated experience working with electrical systems and equipment in a fast‐paced manufacturing environment.
You will play an important role in minimising downtime, improving equipment reliability and supporting continuous improvement while maintaining the highest standards of workplace safety, product quality and food safety.
Key responsibilities
Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on production equipment and facilities
Diagnose and repair electrical faults involving motors, sensors, controls and wiring
Respond to electrical and mechanical breakdowns and complete repairs efficiently
Conduct electrical testing, inspections and fault‐finding
Diagnose and repair pneumatic, hydraulic and mechanical faults as required
Assist with the installation, modification and commissioning of new equipment
Identify recurring faults and support root‐cause analysis
Maintain accurate maintenance records and documentation
Follow electrical safety, isolation, lockout/tagout and PPE requirements




Work closely with production staff to minimise downtime and optimise equipment performance
Ensure all maintenance activities comply with WHS, food safety, HACCP and GMP requirements
Identify opportunities to improve equipment reliability, processes and overall efficiency
About you
You will have:
An electrical trade qualification or appropriate restricted electrical licence—essential
Proven maintenance experience within an FMCG or manufacturing environment
Solid electrical fault‐finding, diagnostic and problem‐solving skills
The ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and wiring diagrams
Sound mechanical, pneumatic and hydraulic troubleshooting skills
The ability to work autonomously, prioritise tasks and respond effectively to breakdowns
Strong communication and teamwork skills
A proactive, hands‐on approach and a strong focus on equipment reliability
Excellent attention to detail and a commitment to workplace safety, product quality and food safety
Flexibility to work afternoon shifts and respond to callouts when required
Computer literacy and familiarity with Computerised Maintenance Management systems (CMMS)
Benefits
Join a growing Australian food manufacturing business
Electrical‐focused maintenance role with varied hands‐on work
Supportive and collaborative team environment
Company uniform provided
Free on‐site parking
Employee discounts on our delicious products
About us
Keith's Quality Foods is a leading Australian food manufacturer and distributor, producing and supplying a range of high‐quality products to major distributors and retail outlets across Australia and New Zealand.
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📌 Fmcg Maintenance Technician (Gold Coast)
🏢 Keith's Quality Foods
📍 Gold Coast