Our Story
Nestlé is the world's largest FMCG manufacturer, and a leader in nutrition, health and wellness. At our Gympie Factory, we produce our iconic coffee brands
NESCAFE
and
INTERNATIONAL ROAST
and
NESCAFE GOLD
The role
Nestlé is seeking a Maintenance Fitter (Industrial Services) to ensure the reliability, safety, and efficiency of plant and equipment across industrial service operations. This role involves performing preventive, corrective, and breakdown maintenance on mechanical systems, as well as supporting continuous improvement initiatives in utilities and production environments.
Under the supervision of our Maintenance Manager, the main duties of the position include:
* Mechanical maintenance, repairs, and overhauls on industrial equipment such as pumps, compressors, valves, conveyors, boilers, heat exchangers, and rotating machinery.
* Carrying out preventive and predictive maintenance tasks in accordance with the maintenance plan and reliability program.
* Diagnosing mechanical faults and implement effective, lasting solutions to reduce downtime.
* Supporting installation and commissioning of new equipment and utilities infrastructure.
* Maintaining and servicing industrial services systems, including:
* Compressed air, steam, and condensate networks
* Cooling towers, chillers, and water treatment systems
* Vacuum and hydraulic systems
* Collaborating with electricians, operators, and engineers to ensure safe and efficient plant operation.
* Maintaining accurate maintenance records and work orders in the CMMS system (SAP / MEX / Pronto or equivalent).
* Ensuring compliance with safety, environmental, and quality standards, and participate in risk assessments and safe work procedures (SWPs/JHAs).
* Contributing to continuous improvement activities to enhance equipment reliability, performance, and energy efficiency.
About You
* Certificate III in Engineering – Mechanical Trade (Fitter/Machinist) or equivalent
* Minimum 3–5 years' experience in an industrial, utilities, or manufacturing environment
* Experience working with industrial services equipment (compressors, boilers, pumps, cooling towers, etc.) preferred
* Confined Space, Working at Heights, and Hot Work certifications desirable
* Basic welding/fabrication skills advantageous.
Employee Benefits
Our Nestlé Gympie factory enjoys a reputation as a safe, friendly, and high performing place to work. We offer a range of employee benefits including:
* Very competitive wages
* Wellness Program, inc. on-site Physiotherapist
* Reward & Recognition Program
* Employee Assistance Program
* Staff shop, Social Club, and other benefits
Other Information
* This position will close as soon as a suitable candidate is found
* Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and notified
* Nestlé Gympie site has a drug & alcohol testing policy, and a pre-employment medical, and drug and alcohol tests are required as a condition of appointment to this role.