Maintenance Fitter

Melbourne - Australia

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 23 days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Thinking Careers Discover Opal!

We stand for innovation smart solutions and sustainability and this is an exciting time to join us as we build our own unique culture fuelled by confidence energy and passion.

Discover the Opportunity...

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced maintenance fitter to join the Opal Specialty Packaging team at our site in Oakleigh South!

Be the main point of contact for the maintenance operations and play a key role in the continuous improvement of maintenance activities for our close tight-knit site!

Reporting to the Operations Manager this role will be responsible for preventative and breakdown maintenance across the site in a safe cost effective and efficient manner.

The Maintenance Fitter role includes but is not limited to:

Be the key point of contact for all maintenance related activities at the site
Carrying out site maintenance and corrective tasks to ensure reliability of plant and equipment
Utilize relevant data such as machine metrics and conduct root cause analysis to plan and prioritize required maintenance
Planning maintenance activities and maintaining clear communication with relevant stakeholders (such as the production team)
Play a key role in CAPEX activities/ maintenance projects such as; machinery upgrades & installations
Following & upholding safe work practices at all times
Promptly attend breakdowns and resolve operational or technical problems to minimise business interruptions resulting from equipment breakdowns/failures
Provide trouble-shooting expertise as required
Perform modification work as well as general facility maintenance
Provide reasonable support outside of normal working hours as required

Discover Yourself

We are able to offer a varied career journey with experiential learning gained from cross-functional and lateral moves. We embrace diversity in all its forms and we look for curious individuals who thrive in an environment of change.

For this role we would ideally like you to have:

Possess a relevant mechanical trade qualification - such as a fitter & turner or mechanical engineering
Multiple years of experience in maintaining similar machinery such as; digital printers flexo folder gluers conveyors palletisers rotary & flatbed die cutters hydraulic and pneumatic systems
Knowledge & experience in safe working practices/procedures
Ability to understand technical drawings
Being dual-trade qualified or possessing a welding certification would be highly regarded (but is not a requirement)
Reliable self-motivated and able to work unsupervised in a team environment
Be a team player who is trustworthy and positive

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Applications are now open to internal and external candidates so apply now!

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Thinking Careers Discover Opal!We stand for innovation smart solutions and sustainability and this is an exciting time to join us as we build our own unique culture fuelled by confidence energy and passion.Discover the Opportunity...An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced maintenance f...