Zerella Fresh is one of Australia’s largest grower 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, supporting operations at our Virginia site in South Australia.
As a valuable member of our team, this position will play a vital role in the success of our operations. If you are reliable, energetic and have a passion for agriculture we would love to hear from you.
The ideal candidate will be self-motivated, able to work both independently and as part of a team. Reporting directly to the Maintenance Manager you will be working in a packing facility environment.
An attractive remuneration package between $70,000 - $90,000 is available to the right candidates.
Duties include but not limited to:
- 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.
This position will require weekend and night work in line with production demands.
Please visit www.zerellafresh.com.au for more information about the company.
To apply for this position please send an email to [email protected] including the title of the position and location you are applying for in the email subject line. Please include a cover letter and up to date resume in your application.
Pay: $70,000.00 – $90,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person
