Maintenance Fitter/Tradesperson

Join Petuna as a Maintenance Fitter/Tradespersonin East Devonport. Safeguard our site and equipment, uphold safety standards and contribute to a thriving aquaculture legacy. Candidates for this role will need to have a relevant trade qualification, preferably fitting or mechanical maintenance.

Petuna

Petuna has evolved from a highly successful fishing operation founded by Peter and Una Rockliff in 1949 into a leading aquaculture company that grows, harvests and processes premium salmonids, for sale to wholesale and retail markets. With operations including a state-of-the-art hatchery in Cressy, two expansive aquaculture farms in Macquarie Harbour and Rowella, and a cutting-edge production processing plant in Devonport, you'll be at the forefront of our commitment to excellence.

At Petuna, we value our employees as essential contributors to our continued success. When you join our team, you become part of a community that embraces innovation, sustainability, and a shared commitment to excellence.

If you're passionate about aquaculture, seek a dynamic work environment, and want to be part of a company with a rich history and an exciting future, Petuna welcomes you to explore career opportunities with us.

Maintenance Team

Petuna is seeking a Maintenance Fitter/Tradespersonto join our maintenance team, situated at our production processing plant located in East Devonport.

The maintenance team is responsible for ensuring the upkeep and servicing of all site facilities, plant, and equipment, in accordance with the highest safety and compliance standards.

The successful candidate will primarily work a Monday to Friday roster. However, occasional overtime and weekend work may be necessary. Flexible work arrangements can be discussed and negotiated as needed.

Duties

Reporting to the Maintenance Manager, key duties and responsibilities for the role include:

• Conduct all work safely, in line with company policies and procedures.
• Ensure that all facilities, plant and equipment are maintained and serviced to meet the highest safety and compliance standards.
• Ensure that all breakdowns are minimised and repairs and corrective actions identified are carried out in a timely manner.
• Ensure that all requests / corrective actions that may affect the safety or integrity of an asset are given an immediate priority, action and outcome.
• Maintain accurate records of all planned, unplanned and corrective action maintenance, via our Windows (MEX) based maintenance software system.
• Ensure that all requests / corrective actions that may affect the safety or integrity of an asset are given an immediate priority, action and outcome.
• Communicate to help ensure critical spares are available onsite as needed.

Qualifications Required

• A trade qualification in a relevant discipline, preferably fitting or mechanical maintenance.
• Previous experience in a maintenance role will be highly regarded.
• Mechanical/marine engineering experience would be an advantage.
• Demonstrated experience in proactive maintenance scheduling and systems.
• An established background and commitment to safe work practice and systems.
• An ability to make decisions independently whilst having the foresight to consult the Maintenance Manager when necessary.
• A work ethic that is highly organised, with excellent time management and prioritisation skills.
• An established background and commitment to safe work practice and systems.
• Current Right to work in Australia.

To apply, please submit a cover letter and current resume. If you are on a working visa, please also provide a current VEVO.

For further information or questions, please send an email to **********@petuna.com.