Mechanical Fitter & Turner

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They are located just outside Beaudesert in the beautiful Scenic Rim region with87 employees on site theyproduce 4000 tonnes of gelatine per year.All of the gelatine is sold as edible gelatine some 60% being supplied to the confectionery industry the remainder being used in dairy and pharmaceutical applications.

They are seeking the services of an experienced Fitter to join their maintenance team of 10 people.

PLEASE NOTE: This is a casual position through to December 2026 at this stage!

The work is interesting and varied may be out on the farm or down by the river working on pumps etc.Gas boiler on site so some hot area have a big shutdown for 2 weeks in January in line with abattoir closures so work will be on empty tanks and fixing shafts etc.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

• Preventative maintenance
• Breakdown repair
• Installation of new equipment
• Keep records for spare parts identification
• Recommend improvements

To be consideredyou will need to meet the following criteria:

• Machining and lathe experience
• Pump & valve repairs and replacement
• Ability to troubleshoot mechanical equipment
• Advanced welding skills with Mig &Tig welders

Food grade welding experienceand working knowledge of boilers and steam distribution will be considered highly advantageous!

The successful applicant will tick all ofthese attributes:

• Excellent communication and time management
• Team player with a proactive and CAN-DO attitude
• Reliable and take pride in your work
• Strong safety focus
• Basic computer literacy skills

MUST have Q Fever vaccination or be willing to get it!

Need to live within 40mins ideally eg. Canungra Beaudesert or Kooralbynetc would suit someone sick of city commute.

Very specific industry with different machinery so need someone able and happy to learn.

Experienced with lathes machining pumps valves welding - mig & tig stainless food industry or FMCG knowledge.

Inreturn you will be rewarded with a great cultureon site large workshop withwelding bay and storeroom. Provided yourown workbench with all tools as uniforms laundering and tickets/licences including regular renewals.

• Company bonus scheme for perm employees but no guarantee.
• Unlimited sick leave up to 1 year income protection.
• Friday afternoon sausage sizzle BBQ for all staff provided.

If this sounds like the opportunity youre searching for please APPLY please call Janine onor email