Fitter

About the company/role:

• Pharmaceutical manufacturing company based in the Eastern suburbs of Melbourne
• Seeking a trades qualified Fitter with previous pharmaceutical manufacturing experience
• 3-month contract with potential for extension 
• Attractive Salary and Immediate Start

Working Holiday Visas with relevant experience encouraged to apply!

Duties, but are not limited to:

• Perform routine and preventative maintenance, inspections, and repairs according to SOPs and maintenance schedules.
• Troubleshoot and resolve mechanical issues to minimize downtime.
• Assemble, install, and adjust machinery and equipment as required.
• Coordinate and supervise contractors, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards.
• Maintain spare parts inventory and workshop housekeeping.
• Provide technical support to production staff and respond to urgent breakdowns or project work, including overtime if needed.
• Conduct all maintenance activities in compliance with GMP, safety, and regulatory requirements.

Skills/experience:

• Certificate III in Engineering – Mechanical Trade (Fitting & Turning) or equivalent.
• 5 years as a Fitter & Turner in a pharmaceutical or industrial environment, including experience with CNC or high-speed production equipment.
• Strong mechanical aptitude, problem-solving, attention to detail, and ability to read technical drawings. Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to lift heavy equipment and work at heights if required
• Strong understanding of cGMP, OH&S, and environmental requirements.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.
• Positive, adaptable, and solution-focused approach to maintenance challenges.

Apply!
If you think this could be the role for you then please apply now! Please send us a cover letter AND a detailed resume in WORD format (PDFs can be corrupted / not processed).  
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