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Job Title


Maintenance Fitter


Company : Mackays Bananas


Location : Tully, Australia


Created : 2025-04-04


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Direct Employment or ABN Contract AvailableEstablished in 1945 from one man, one paddock, to the fourth generation - The Mackay Group is Australias leading banana grower. From planting the first crop of bananas over 76 years ago, the farming business has expanded to produce bananas, papaya, sugarcane, cattle, and avocados. The business is now directed by the familys 3rd generation and the company employs more than 550 employees across 9 locations stretching from Cooktown to Melbourne. In more recent years, this vertically integrated business has expanded into sales, ripening, and processing of produce.Location:Tropical Far North Queensland - just a short 20-minute drive from our head office in Tully, QLD. Transport is available from Tully or Mission Beach to the farms.About the Position:This is a newly created role for an experienced Maintenance Fitter to lead the maintenance operations at our facilities. Working a 4-day week (Tuesday to Friday)Flexible hours and working arrangements available.Open to direct employment or ABN contract work.Reporting to the Manager Mechanical Services, you will:Diagnose and repair electrical and mechanical issuesProvide technical support and troubleshoot equipmentConduct preventative and breakdown maintenanceInstall, fit and maintain mechanical plant and equipmentComply with Workplace Health and Safety and Environmental legislationTo be successful, you''ll have:Mechanical Trade QualificationExtensive experience with breakdown and preventative maintenance on machineryExperience working in a production environment, particularly in process line or packing operations, desired.Knowledge of agricultural machinery and equipment, desired.A sound understanding and commitment to safe work practicesAbility to fault find, troubleshoot and diagnose mechanical issuesStrong organisational skills and the ability to prioritise and meet deadlines.Does this sound like you? Apply now!To Apply:Click the quick apply button and submit your CV and cover letter.Applications will be assessed as they are received.How do your skills match this job?Your application will include the following questions:Have you worked in a role which requires a sound understanding of OH&S/WHS?Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia?How many years'' experience do you have as a maintenance fitter?Do you have fabrication experience?Have you worked in a role which requires fault finding experience? #J-18808-Ljbffr