Mentholatum Australasia is part of a global organisation that manufactures and markets high-quality healthcare products worldwide. Products span a diverse range of categories including topical pain relief, skin care, lip care, laxatives, and nail care. Our iconic brands include Deep Heat, Hada Labo Tokyo and Laxettes.
Our vision is simple: making people's lives healthier and happier. We value trust, integrity, collaboration, and being our best — and we're looking for someone who brings the same mindset to how they work every day.
About the role
Reporting to the Plant Engineer at our site in Scoresby, as our permanent afternoon shift Maintenance Fitter you'll be the first responder for equipment issues on shift—troubleshoot, repair and maintain manufacturing and packaging equipment to minimise downtime and protect product quality and compliance. You'll also support changeovers and help line staff return to safe operation quickly.
Key responsibilities include:
Preventative and breakdown maintenance on manufacturing & packaging equipment
Mechanical fault-finding and effective repairs to reduce downtime
Maintain/repair process plant: pumps, valves, pipework, conveyors and mechanical systems
Maintain pneumatic and hydraulic systems
Support installs, commissioning, modifications and upgrades
Keep accurate maintenance records and follow SOP/cGMP and safety isolation practices
What you'll bring
Mechanical trade qualification (Fitter / Fitter & Turner or equivalent)
Current Restricted Electrical Worker's Licence
5+ years' maintenance experience in a GMP environment (food/pharmaceutical manufacturing highly regarded)
Strong fault-finding/troubleshooting and preventative maintenance capability
Ability to read drawings/manuals and follow SOPs; comfortable with maintenance documentation/CMMS
Safety-first approach (LOTO) and clear communication with production teams
Nice to have: automated packaging exposure, TIG welding/polishing, steam/pressure systems, forklift/high-risk licences
How to apply
Apply now with your CV and a short note on your maintenance experience and afternoon-shift availability. You must have unrestricted working rights in Australia.
Please note you must be available for a hybrid shift (12pm-8.15pm) for the first 4 weeks for training. The ongoing afternoon shift after the training period is 3.15pm-11.15pm.
Mechanical Fitter and Turner (Experienced)
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