About Us

Recycling Plastics Australia is a proudly South Australian-owned business with over 40 years of experience in plastic recycling. We are committed to transforming waste into valuable resources and driving a more sustainable future. Our people are at the heart of our success, and we are looking for motivated individuals who want to be part of an innovative and growing industry. We are currently seeking an experienced Maintenance Fitter to join our team at our Kilburn recycling facility on a permanent full-time basis.

This position operates on a pitman roster, working 12-hour day shifts, 7 per fortnight, providing an excellent work-life balance while supporting a 24/7 manufacturing operation.

About the Role

Reporting to the Maintenance Supervisor, you will play a key role in ensuring the reliability and efficiency of our plant equipment through preventative maintenance, fault finding, and breakdown response.

Key Responsibilities

- Conduct preventative and breakdown maintenance on plant machinery and equipment.
- Support the operation of a 24/7 production facility to ensure maximum uptime.
- Perform routine maintenance tasks including greasing, inspections, and component replacement.
- Maintain and repair conveyors, belts, bearings, gearboxes, and electric motors.
- Carry out blade changes and conveyor maintenance activities.
- Perform minor servicing and maintenance on generators and air compressors.




- Diagnose faults and troubleshoot mechanical equipment and systems.
- Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives to enhance plant reliability and performance.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have:
- Proven experience as a Maintenance Fitter, ideally within a manufacturing or industrial environment.
- Strong mechanical fault-finding and troubleshooting skills.
- Experience working in a fast-paced, high-demand production environment.
- Sound knowledge of hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
- Conveyor maintenance experience, including:
- Belt tracking
- Clipping and re-clipping belts
- Replacing motors, gearboxes, and bearings
- Head and tail drum maintenance

- Experience diagnosing and repairing pumps.
- A proactive approach to safety, reliability, and continuous improvement.
- Welding experience (TIG, MIG and ARC) is highly regarded but not essential.

Why Join Us?

- Pitman roster providing excellent work-life balance.
- Competitive hourly rates with overtime opportunities.
- Ongoing training and career development.
- Supportive team environment and positive workplace culture.
- Opportunity to contribute to a sustainable and environmentally focused industry.

If you are a skilled Maintenance Fitter looking for your next challenge in a dynamic manufacturing environment, we would love to hear from you.

📌 Maintenance Fitter (Kilburn)
🏢 Recycling Plastics Australia
📍 Kilburn