Keep fixed plant moving in a hands-on Mechanical Fitter role with North Kerry Group
North Kerry Group is looking for an experienced Fitter to join our team on a 2/1 roster. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys a mix of planned maintenance, breakdown response, fault finding and equipment rebuilds in a fast-paced industrial environment.
Working as part of our operations and maintenance team, you’ll play a key role in keeping plant and equipment running safely, efficiently and reliably. If you’re a trade-qualified fitter who takes pride in quality work, values safety and likes being part of a practical, hardworking team, we’d like to hear from you.
What you’ll be doing
- Carrying out planned, preventative and breakdown maintenance on plant and equipment
- Fault finding and repairing mechanical issues across fixed plant and associated machinery
- Maintaining and replacing components including bearings, pumps, gearboxes, conveyors, rollers, motors, valves and drive systems
- Completing inspections, servicing and shutdown maintenance activities
- Assisting with equipment overhauls, rebuilds and installations
- Identifying opportunities to improve equipment reliability and reduce downtime
- Working closely with operations to prioritise maintenance tasks and respond to production needs
- Completing maintenance records, pre-starts, job notes and required documentation accurately
- Following site procedures, isolations and safety requirements at all times
- Maintaining a clean, organised and safe work area
What we’re looking for
- Trade qualification
- Experience in maintenance fitting, fixed plant, processing plant, manufacturing, quarrying, mining or heavy industrial environments
- Strong fault-finding and problem-solving ability
- Experience working on plant equipment such as conveyors, pumps, gearboxes, motors, rollers and other mechanical systems
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
- Strong commitment to workplace health and safety
- Good communication skills and a reliable, proactive attitude
- Current driver’s licence
- Ability to pass pre-employment medical and drug & alcohol screening if required
Desirable tickets / experience
- Working at Heights
- Confined Space
- Forklift / EWP / dogging / rigging tickets
- Welding and fabrication experience
- Experience in shutdown work and maintenance planning
- Experience in a 24/7 processing or production environment
What we offer
- Full-time opportunity with a growing WA business
- Supportive team environment with a strong safety focus
- Variety in day-to-day work across maintenance, repairs and project tasks
- Competitive hourly rate / salary package based on experience
- Opportunity to contribute to the reliability and performance of a busy operation
- Ongoing work with a company that values practical skills, initiative and teamwork
About North Kerry Group
North Kerry Group is a WA-based business committed to safe operations, reliable service and maintaining high standards across our site and equipment. We value people who show up, take ownership of their work and contribute positively to the team.
Pay: From $65.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
