AddressWE ARE LACTALIS AUSTRALIA
We are owned by the Lactalis Group, the world’s largest producer of dairy goods. With a range of more than 2,000 products, Lactalis is committed to playing a daily role in the health and well-being of consumers throughout the world, via the provision of nutritious dairy products—milk, cheese, yoghurt and other soft foods and beverages.
At the heart of our business locally, we have over 2,700 passionate employees, working closely and constructively with some 500 Australian farmers to produce the finest dairy products in the country.
Pillar brands such as Pauls, Oak, Ice Break, Tamar Valley Dairy, Vaalia, President and Galbani provide Lactalis Australia with a deep national footprint for growth and prosperity.
We are a growing global company that takes great pride in who we are. We are humble, proud and resilient. Our brands, people and know how define who we are.
We provide a workplace that delivers the opportunity to drive your development, and believe that true success comes from us.
Collaboration, flexibility and diversity are pillars of our environment. With knowledge and experience we encourage you to make a difference!
About the Opportunity
We are seeking two trade-qualified Mechanical Fitters to join the Tamar team.
Reporting and providing support to the Maintenance Manager, your primary responsibilities will be to carry out all breakdowns and preventative maintenance activities across a continuous production process and all other maintenance related operational duties required including the servicing and repair of the processing, packaging, cooling and heating systems on site across the entire manufacturing process. This role is a permanent, position and will include shift work.
Your main responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
- Carrying out Preventative Maintenance programs for the processing, packaging, cooling & heating systems to ensure efficient services to site;
- Responding to breakdowns in a timely manner to minimise downtime.
- Performing scheduled and ad-hoc safety checks as per instructions;
- Investigating failures and making recommendations to reduce risk and improve systems/processes;
- General maintenance within a factory environment, filling machines, packaging equipment, boilers and refrigeration systems; and
- Participating in continuous improvement activities.
To be considered for this position, you will require:
- A relevant trade qualification as a mechanical fitter;
- Experience in an FMCG packaging environment preferred;
- Continuous improvement mindset;
- Strong troubleshooting skills;
You will be a team player, with a positive Can Do attitude. Lactalis is looking for effective Mechanical Fitters with excellent interpersonal communication skills, ensuring your ability to build rapport with your team.
If you have the enthusiasm and skills to succeed, and want to join the fabulous team at Tamar Valley, then please apply now.
