Plant Reliability Fitter
Location: Geelong, VIC
Company: Malteurop Australia Pty Ltd
Reporting to: Maintenance Supervisor
About the Role
Malteurop Australia is seeking an experienced Plant Reliability Fitter to join our Geelong operations. This hands-on role is critical to ensuring the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of our plant through high-quality mechanical installation, maintenance, and fault-finding activities.
You will work as part of a cohesive Maintenance team, collaborating closely with production staff, contractors, and management to minimise downtime and support continuous improvement across the site.
Key Responsibilities
* Install, test, and commission mechanical equipment including ducting, pipework, conveyors, elevators, and associated systems
* Respond promptly and effectively to mechanical breakdowns to maintain plant reliability
* Carry out preventative maintenance activities in line with the site CMMS and maintenance schedules
* Investigate mechanical failures and implement corrective and remedial actions
* Complete all required maintenance and installation documentation accurately
* Provide technical support and advice to production teams, quality laboratories, and management
* Work collaboratively with external contractors and ensure compliance with site safety, environmental, and operational standards
* Actively participate in ISO9001, ISO14001, ISO45001, HACCP, and FSSC22000 requirements
* Support audits, inspections, and visits from customers and industry representatives
* Contribute to project work, corrective action initiatives, and continuous improvement activities
Health, Safety & Compliance
* Ensure full compliance with Malteurop policies, procedures, and values
* Adhere to all occupational health, safety, and environmental legislation, including the OHS Act 2004 and Environment Protection Act 2017 (Vic)
* Promote a safe workplace culture and ensure contractors comply with all site requirements
About You
You are a motivated and technically capable tradesperson who thrives in an industrial environment and values teamwork, safety, and continuous improvement.
You will bring:
* Trade qualification in Fitting & Turning (essential)
* Solid experience in a similar industrial or manufacturing maintenance role
* Strong mechanical fault-finding and problem-solving skills
* Experience with preventative maintenance systems and CMMS
* Good written and verbal communication skills
* Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage priorities and projects
* High attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel and Access desirable)
* Ability to build effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders
Desirable but not essential:
* EWP (Elevated Work Platform) licence
Our Values
At Malteurop, we live our core values every day:
* Act Together
* Dare to be Entrepreneurial
* Be Genuine
* Work for the Long Term
What We Offer
* A stable role with a global industry leader
* Supportive team environment with a strong safety culture
* Opportunities to contribute to major plant projects and improvements
Ongoing learning and development