Maintenance Fitter

_{03rd May, 2026}

We are currently seeking an experienced and qualified Maintenance Fitter for an exciting opportunity with a global manufacturing company based in Lilydale.
This is a day shift role with immediate commencement, offering a 3-4 month tenure in a well-established and supportive environment.

About the Role:
You will be responsible for both preventative and reactive maintenance across a range of advanced manufacturing equipment, ensuring optimal performance, minimal downtime, and adherence to safety standards.
Key Responsibilities:

• Perform preventative, predictive, and breakdown maintenance on:
• Plastic extrusion machinery
• packing systems
• Heavy-duty reeling equipment
• Diagnose faults and carry out root cause analysis on mechanical failures
• Strip, assess, rebuild, and install gearboxes, motors, pumps, and conveyors
• Conduct bearing replacements, alignment, lubrication, and adjustments
• Perform welding, fabrication, and minor machining as required
• Maintain and repair hydraulic and pneumatic systems
• Assist with PLC fault finding in conjunction with electricians/automation teams
• Work with maintenance software systems for:
  • Logging work orders
  • Recording completed maintenance
  • Managing spare parts and inventory
• Support planned shutdowns, line changeovers, and equipment upgrades
• Participate in continuous improvement and reliability initiatives
• Ensure all work is completed in line with safety, quality, and compliance standards
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and reporting documentation

• Trade qualified Maintenance Fitter
• Proven experience in a manufacturing/industrial environment
• Strong fault-finding and troubleshooting capability
• Knowledge of PLC-controlled machinery highly regarded
• Experience with drives, motors, and gearbox overhauls/repairs
• Exposure to hydraulics and pneumatics
• Strong commitment to safety and housekeeping standards
• Ability to work autonomously and within a team

• Immediate start
• Day shift hours (Monday to Friday)
• Clean, safe, and well-maintained working environment
• Opportunity to work with a leading global manufacturer