Maintenance Electrician / Mechanical Fitter

South West Personnel ·www.southwestpersonnel.com.au

Location Bunbury, WA, Australia
Type Full time
Level Mid
Source Shazamme
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  • Permanent Roles or Temp to commence
  • Multiple Opportunities
  • A-Grade Electrician | Mechanical Fitter – Fixed Plant
  • Day / Night / Weekends Rotating Shift Roster
  • Excellent Competitive Pay Rates + Allowances
About the Roles

Our Client, a Harvey based premium meat processing facility are seeking the professional services of trade qualified:
  1. A-Grade Electricians
  2. Mechanical Fitters
Responsible for maintaining meat processing fixed plant and associated equipment, responding to breakdowns and supporting initiatives to maximise plant availability for quality meat production.
  1. A-Grade Electrician Accountabilities:
  • Ensure compliance with AS/NZS 3000 Wiring Rules and relevant electrical standards
  • Complete daily, weekly, and monthly planned work orders through the MEX maintenance management system
  • Maintain the integrity and reliability of site electrical installations and equipment
  • Respond to electrical breakdowns during production to minimise downtime
  • Diagnose faults and undertake programming of PLCs, variable speed drives, MCCs and control systems
  • Analyse equipment failures and implement preventative measures to reduce recurring issues
  • Assist with electrical repairs, upgrades, shutdowns, and capital projects.
  1. Mechanical Fitter Accountabilities:
  • Perform maintenance and repairs on plant and production equipment
  • Complete daily, weekly and monthly planned work orders through the MEX maintenance system to ensure plant reliability and support production targets
  • Respond to mechanical breakdowns and perform timely fault diagnosis and repair
  • Troubleshoot equipment failures and process-related issues
  • Support preventative and predictive maintenance programs
  • Assemble and fit machined parts using precision fitting techniques
  • Drill, tap, machine and modify components, check tolerances clearances, alignment and operation of moving part – as required
  • Cut, thread, bend and install hydraulic and pneumatic pipes and lines.
Essential Requirements
  • Relevant trade qualification is essential
  • Current Australian Driver's Licence
  • Excellent fitting and fault-finding skills with experience in industrial maintenance environments
  • Strong PLC fault-finding and programming experience with sound knowledge of motors, drives, MCCs and industrial control systems
  • Ability to read and interpret relevant engineering drawings and pneumatic schematics
  • Machining experience including milling, turning and general workshop machining
  • Fabrication and welding experience in mild steel and stainless steel
  • A good understanding of Fast Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) regulations, food processing, or meat industry (preferred but not essential)
  • Strong commitment to safety, quality and teamwork.
  
~~ QUICK APPLY ~~ - only qualified and experienced applicants living locally within the Harvey / Brunswick - South West region of WA will be considered for shortlisting. 

Already registered? Call Brody on 9721 8155 or email bpottshumphrey@southwestpersonnel.com.au to update your availability.

Frequently asked questions

Who is hiring for the Maintenance Electrician / Mechanical Fitter role?
South West Personnel is hiring for the Maintenance Electrician / Mechanical Fitter position, a Shazamme client. Apply directly on the employer's career site.
Where is the Maintenance Electrician / Mechanical Fitter job located?
The Maintenance Electrician / Mechanical Fitter role with South West Personnel is based in Bunbury, WA, AU.
Is the Maintenance Electrician / Mechanical Fitter role full-time or contract?
This is a full time position at South West Personnel.
What experience level is the Maintenance Electrician / Mechanical Fitter role?
The Maintenance Electrician / Mechanical Fitter position is aimed at mid-level candidates.
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