Overview
At The Midfield Group, we are dedicated to fostering growth and sustainability for our suppliers, company, customers, and the communities we serve, all while delivering high-quality Australian products worldwide. As a privately-owned company, The Midfield Group offers a genuine 'Paddock to Plate' experience. We own and manage farms, factories, and distribution channels, ensuring complete control over the essential aspects of bringing livestock from paddock to plate.
We have a current vacancy for a safety focused qualified Maintenance Fitter & Turner to join our team located in Warrnambool, Victoria. In this role, you will be required to work alongside a crew of like-minded tradespeople to deliver maintenance onsite.
MAIN DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
* Repairing and maintaining machinery and equipment
* Scheduling and completing the companies 'Preventative Maintenance Program'
* Studies drawings and specifications to determine suitable material, method and sequence of operations and machine settings
* Fits fabricated metal parts into products and assembles metal parts and sub-assemblies to produce machines and equipment
* Checks fabricated and assembled metal parts for accuracy, clearance and fit using precision measuring instruments
* Sets guides, stops and other controls on machining tools, sets up prescribed cutting and shaping tools and dies in machines and presses, and sets controls for textile machines
* Forms metal stock and castings to fine tolerance using machining tools to press, cut, grind, plane, bore and drill metal
* Cuts, threads, bends and installs hydraulic and pneumatic pipes and lines
* Diagnoses faults and performs operational maintenance of machines and overhauls and repairs mechanical parts and fluid power equipment
* May erect machines and equipment on-site
* Attending daily maintenance situations and breakdowns
* Attending weekly maintenance meetings and toolbox talks
SKILLS & EXPERIENCES
* Trade Certificates - Engine Reconditioning/ Fitter & Turner/ Machinist and/or other related industry qualification
* Strong experience in a similar role will be highly regarded
* Be punctual and reliable, self-motivated, problem solver & team player
* Strong interpersonal & communication skills
* Basic computer literacy
* You must pass a drug & alcohol test and be willing to undergo a pre-employment medical if required.
* You have already had a Q Fever vaccination or are willing to participate in the vaccination process.
WHY JOIN US
* Competitive remuneration package with employee benefits such as discounts on banking, travel insurance, Health & Fitness, Home appliances, local retailers and more
* Opportunity for career progression within our global organisation
* Safe and supportive work environment by providing an Employee Assistance Program
* On site canteen, free parking, staff discounts, monthly staff BBQs and annual flu vaccination program
The Midfield Group is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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