We are crazy about mushrooms and love growing them. We operate a large indoor climate controlled, computerised growing facility based in Londonderry, close to Penrith. Our produce is supplied to all major Australian supermarket chains, as well as independent grocers and a range of food industry stakeholders.

We are looking for a Fulltime Mechanical Fitter to join our team.

As part of a growing business the role will need someone with experience and passion but also a willingness to learn and accept new challenges.

About the role

TRADE QUALIFICATION ESSENTIAL

Permanent full-time position

9am start, until +/- 5pm

$45-$50 per hour

Objective of the role

• Maintenance is an important part of a maintenance Fitter/Fabrication job skill set, Problem solving skills and machine designing equipment are routinely used on the farm in troubleshooting machinery and design.
• To contribute to the safe, efficient & effective operation of all Plant Equipment by performing all aspects of maintenance activities, ensuring all work is completed to the highest standard & strictly within OH&S requirements

Safety

• To accept and abide by the Occupational Health & Safety and Environment Policies and Principles.
• Report any defective/unsafe tools or plant equipment.
• Ensure others are working Safely
• Hazard and Near Miss reporting

Housekeeping

• Apply Good Housekeeping Rules to Workshop & Other Areas
• Always apply Good Housekeeping Practices before, during & after any activities.
• Ensure all tools & equipment are kept in good, clean & safe condition.
• Ensure all tools & equipment are returned to Workshop after use.

Maintenance

• Undertake Preventative & Scheduled Maintenance Activities as defined by CMMS
• Respond to break down situations to repair to all plant equipment as requested.
• Fabrication and design equipment

Improvements

• Liaise with Maintenace Manger about performance of equipment.
• Ensure any adjustments to any plant machinery are approved by Maintenace Manager, prior to implementation.
• Record any defects found during performance of work.

Additional Functions

• Participate in Personal Performance Plan as defined by Assets Manager
• Commit to achieve agreed KPIs generated from Personal Performance Plan
• Develop & maintain a good working relationship with team members.
• Correct & accurate completion of Work orders for accurate traceability.

Qualifications/Experience:

• Tradesman Certificate Maintenance Fitter – 5 years Minimum.
• Fabrication sheet metal and welding experience.
• Understanding of Occupational Health and Safety and Environment Policies and Principles.

Behavioral Competencies

• Self-starter with ability to work autonomously or within a team.
• Be prepared to change task priorities to meet business needs.
• Good communication and comprehension
• Participate in open team discussion.
• Prepared to challenge others in a positive manner.
• Ability to change within a changing work environment.

Skills

• Good welding skills (Mig, Tig, Arc welding) Preferred.
• Pneumatics
• Excellent troubleshooting skills
• Electrical connect /Disconnect not necessary but would be good to have.
• Forklift Licence
• EWP Licence