Address Zerella Fresh is one of Australia’s largest growers and packers of Carrots, Onions and Potatoes supplying Australia’s leading supermarket chains plus independents and exports.
We are currently seeking experienced and motivated Maintenance Fitters and Welders to join our team on a full-time permanent basis at our Parilla packing shed site located in the Mallee region of South Australia.
Reporting to the Maintenance Manager, the Maintenance Fitter and Welder will be responsible for general machine maintenance, ensuring production targets are achieved in line with customer requirements.
A salary of $60,000 - $90,000 will be available, based on applicable qualifications and experience.
Duties include:
-Undertake scheduled servicing and preventative maintenance for all company plant and equipment.
-Diagnose faults and perform operational maintenance of machines, overhauling and repairing mechanical parts and fluid power equipment.
-Study drawings and specifications of various company plant and equipment to determine suitable material, method, and machine settings in line with Australian Standards.
-Fabrication, welding, assembly, and subassembly of metal parts to plant and equipment,
-Ensuring all fabricated and assembled components are checked for accuracy and fit using precision measuring tools.
-Use of lathes, mills, presses and other workshop equipment to repair, modify and construct equipment components.
-Form metal stock and castings to fine tolerances using machining tools to press, cut, grind, plane, weld, bore and drill metal.
-Cut, thread, bend and install hydraulic and pneumatic pipes and lines.
-May be required to erect machines and equipment on-site
-.Develop strong working relationships with the operational teams, providing advice on optimal machine settings.
-Perform installation and relocation of equipment as required.
-Contribute to the successful delivery of maintenance projects, taking responsibility as directed.
-Perform all types of maintenance to the fullest of your capability, without demarcation.
-Maintaining a clean and tidy workshop and other work locations. Maintain and service all tools and other workshop equipment.
-Maintain inventory records and procure parts and equipment as required in accordance with company process and procedure.
-All other requirements as directed to achieve business objectives.
Requirements:
-Trade Qualification plus at least 2 years of relevant experience OR at least 3 years of relevant experience.
-Experience in maintenance services. Experience working in a production environment (desirable).
-Confidence reading and interpreting drawings and equipment documentation.
-Mechanically minded with strong problem-solving skills.
-Unrestricted Class C Drivers Licence.High Risk Work Licence (essential).Cultural adaptability and a willingness to work with a diverse range of stakeholders.
-A willingness to be hands on and participate in a broad range of duties, a strong work ethic is essential.
-Respect for others and pride in team’s performance.
-Commitment to ongoing learning.
-Commitment to delivering team goals and the drive to be successful.
Flexible work hours are required for this role, in line with seasonal production requirements.
Please visit www.zerellafresh.com.au for more information about the company. To express your interest in this position, please apply by attaching a current resume.
