04th November, 2026

Maintenance Fitter –
Food Manufacturing
Melton South
Permanent Full-Time
$108,000–$119,500 + Super
Join a leading food manufacturer in Melton South and secure a permanent role with an established production team.

We're seeking an experienced Maintenance Fitter with strong mechanical fault-finding skills to maintain high-speed production machinery and support a busy manufacturing operation.

What's on Offer?
$108,000–$119,500 per annum
Permanent, full-time employment
Rotating day and afternoon shifts each week
Established food manufacturing operation
Hands-on role with wide-ranging mechanical maintenance challenges

Shift Times
Day Shift: 5:30am – 2:00pm
Afternoon Shift: 3:00pm – 11:30pm
Weekly rotation between shifts

The Role Working closely with production teams, you'll play a key role in maintaining equipment reliability, minimising downtime and ensuring production targets are achieved.
Your responsibilities will include:
Carrying out preventative and breakdown maintenance across production machinery.
Diagnosing mechanical faults and implementing effective repairs.
Maintaining ovens,



mixers, conveyors and automated packaging equipment.
Supporting equipment reliability and continuous improvement initiatives.
Working collaboratively with production teams to minimise interruptions.
Maintaining high standards of workplace safety, hygiene and food safety.

About You You'll be a mechanically minded, hands-on tradesperson who enjoys working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Ideally, you'll bring:
A recognised Mechanical Fitter trade qualification or equivalent.
Experience in food, beverage, FMCG or high-speed manufacturing.
Robust mechanical fault-finding and troubleshooting capabilities.
Experience maintaining conveyors, automated equipment and production machinery.
A proactive approach to preventative maintenance and continuous improvement.
A strong commitment to workplace safety and food safety standards.

Interested? If you're an experienced Maintenance Fitter looking for a permanent chance with a leading food manufacturer, apply today.

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