Description:
In Australia, the J.R. Simplot Company’s core operations are food manufacturing and agriculture, encompassing potato, vegetable, seafood and sauce operations. We supply a wide range of frozen, shelf-stable and chilled products to Australia and New Zealand’s major retail and foodservice customers and are part of Simplot’s Global Food business. With 17 food manufacturing and processing sites, Simplot Global Food serves retail and foodservice customers in 37 countries, and employs 8,000 people across North America, Latin America and Asia Pacific.
In Australia, we are a leading provider of quality, nourishing and sustainable food, focussed on creating food that maximises value from the best Australian-grown produce and global seafood. Our iconic brands have been an integral part of Australian life for generations, and include Leggo’s, Birds Eye, Edgell, John West and Chiko.
Culture and Benefits
At Simplot, we are fueled by our purpose: We Contribute to Feeding Our World. We imagine a better future and set goals to reach it. We are committed to working as one Simplot and are guided by our shared values:
- Respect for Resources
- Spirit of Innovation
- Passion for People
We embrace diversity, equity, and inclusion. We care about creating an environment that promotes safety and wellbeing and where our people feel supported, respected and empowered. We do not tolerate any form of discrimination and are committed to providing equal opportunities for all our team members.
Simplot is passionate about cultivating a future where good ideas and inspiring possibilities have the chance to grow. We want our team members to build exciting and fulfilling careers with us and offer professional and personal growth opportunities.
About Our Role
An exciting full-time, permanent opportunity exists for a suitably experienced and qualified Maintenance Fitter and Turner to join our high-performing maintenance team at Simplot Devonport. Simplot Devonport is home to our frozen vegetable manufacturing plant which produces 80,000 tonnes of frozen vegetables for Birds Eye, Edgell and private label brands each year. Having opened in 1942, we have a proud history within our local community.
Reporting to the Maintenance Manager, this role will provide fitting (mechanical) services to our large scale production operations and will work a roster that includes seasonal rotations, night shift and weekend work.
With base rates ranging from $36.90 - $40.59 p/h (dependent on certifications & experience) + shift allowances + site allowances + penalties & overtime opportunities (where applicable) , this is a great opportunity for those suitably certified tradespeople looking to demonstrate their competency in the fitting / mechanical field.
Simplot Australia offer learning & development opportunities and provide a safe and inclusive work environment for all employees.
What You Will Do
- Participate and contribute to all site safety activities
- Ensure a variety of plant & equipment incl. food preparation, cutting equipment, high speed packaging equipment, pumping systems, conveyors and sorting equipment is maintained per the maintenance schedule
- Preventative, predictive, breakdown and corrective maintenance activities
- Work in conjunction with other on-site trades (electricians + contractors) to ensure job scope is completed to a high standard specification.
- Contribute to continual improvement processes
- Work with automated equipment
- Use of MEX (CMMS) and other windows based system
About You
- Possess a 100% commitment to safety in the workplace
- Hold a current Cert III Engineering (Mechanical) or equivalent
- Demonstrated experience with preventative, predictive, breakdown and corrective maintenance activities (incl. fault finding and troubleshooting)
- Experience in safety & quality systems and procedures
- Pneumatics and hydraulics experience will be advantageous
- Experience within an FMCG industry plant will be highly regarded (but not essential)
- Sound judgment and decision making ability
- Possess a high level of both written and verbal communication skills in addition to time management skills
- Ability to work proactively whilst unsupervised whilst also being able to work within a team environment
- Be an intermediate user of Windows and associated suite of Microsoft products
The Perks
- Income protection insurance
- Fully supplied and laundered uniform + boots + all required PPE
- Supportive team environment with learning and training opportunities
- On-site soft tissue specialist appointments
- On-site canteen
- On-site parking
Please click on the "Apply" button to submit your covering letter outlining your suitability for the role AND an up to date resume (noting that you will be redirected to the Simplot Careers portal).
APPLICATIONS CLOSE MIDNIGHT Sunday 28th of April
Job Requisition ID: 18094
Travel Required : None
Pay Grade : Step and Grade
Location(s): SAPL Plant Devonport - Quoiba
Country : Australia
Simplot is an equal opportunity employer and encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to apply. If you feel you would be a great addition to our team please apply online today, we would love to hear from you. If you require technical assistance, please email us at careers.contact@simplot.com