Mechanical Fitter

GOTERRA

At Goterra, we believe climate change is the crisis of our time. We exist to help solve it. We are reimagining a future where nature and automation work in tandem to solve complex problems like reducing food waste and securing our food supply chain.

We are the change we want to see in the world. We strive and push as hard as we can for our economy and environment to reap the benefits of our dedicated research, relentless testing and state-of-the-art automated robotic infrastructure. At our headquarters in Hume, we design and build modular robotic infrastructure (MIB) that process food waste using insects to turn food waste into products - animal protein and high grade fertilizer..

Our diverse, multidisciplinary team has expertise in engineering, manufacturing, software, electronics, agriculture and biology, and work collaboratively to help make the world better, Billions of Tonnes Better.

THE ROLE

We are seeking a skilled Mechanical Fitter to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for assembling, installing, and maintaining mechanical systems and equipment. The ideal candidate will have a strong mechanical aptitude, excellent problem-solving skills, and the ability to work independently as part of a team - ensuring timely updates, reporting and ongoing communication with other team members.

Working as a part of our maintenance team you will be required to travel interstate from time to time to help solve problems that arise on various sites. Flexibility with interstate travel and ability to be on call when needed is a non-negotiable for this role.

For the right candidate this role offers a great opportunity to own your work, progress in your career and be part of a growing climate tech start-up that is working hard to help improve the world we are living in.

Main Responsibilities

• Assemble and install mechanical systems and equipment according to specifications
• Perform routine maintenance and repairs on mechanical systems and equipment to ensure operational consistency
• Troubleshoot and diagnose mechanical issues working to quickly resolve issues to avoid lengthy shutdowns
• Work collaboratively with the larger manufacturing and maintenance team to ensure project targets and expectations are met
• Travel interstate when needed for maintenance of equipment (rolling roster)
• Read and interpret technical drawings and schematics to better diagnose issues and find resolution
• Maintain a safe and clean work environment
• Keep accurate records of work performed using our digital tools (Notion)

Key Skills and Qualifications

• Experience with mechanical fault finding
• Strong mechanical aptitude with a great understanding of mechanical principles
• Experience working on pneumatic and hydraulic equipment and systems
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and schematics
• Experience working on pump systems
• Good welding skills (Stick/MIG)
• Good general fabrication skills
• Completion of a mechanical apprenticeship program or equivalent experience
• Ability to work autonomously
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and effectively meet deadlines
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

We pride ourselves on being an inclusive organisation and encourage applications from anyone with passion for our mission, particularly from women, veterans, people with disability, the LGBTIQ+ community, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds