About us

Australian International Foods is a food manufacturer based in the south-eastern suburbs of Melbourne, Australia, producing chilled and frozen snacks and meals for major retail chains and the foodservice sector.

About the role

We are seeking a trade-qualified Maintenance Fitter to join our in office maintenance team supporting production operations. Reporting directly to the Maintenance Manager, this role is focused on maintaining plant reliability through effective breakdown response, preventative maintenance, and continuous improvement activities. This is a hands-on manufacturing maintenance position suited to someone who enjoys fault-finding, enhancing equipment performance, and working collaboratively with production teams.

Key responsibilities
Preventive maintenance and servicing of all production equipment across the two AIF sites
Breakdown diagnosis and fault finding across production lines
Maintenance of conveyors, packaging equipment and processing machinery
Pneumatic systems troubleshooting and repair
Identify root causes of recurring equipment failures
Participate in continuous improvement initiatives




Liaise with contractors and service technicians and maintenance reports and documentation
Follow all safety, GMP and food safety standards
Participate in rotating weekend/on-call support when required

About you
Trade Qualification – Mechanical Fitter / Maintenance Fitter
Experience in manufacturing, production or FMCG settings
Maintenance experience with food manufacturing machinery—particularly GEA Forming, Battering & Crumbing Lines, Rheon Encrusting Machines, and Anko Encrusting Machines
Solid mechanical fault-finding capability
Experience working with conveyors, packaging systems, or automated equipment
CMMS experience (e.g. MaintainX or similar platforms)
Ability to work independently, especially during breakdown situations
A strong safety mindset and commitment to safe work practices

Working Hours:
Monday to Friday roster
Maintenance team currently starts at 6:00am
Some flexibility may apply as operational improvements are introduced
Rotating weekend/on-call roster being implemented

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