Mechanical Shift Fitter

About the role

We are currently seeking a reliable, enthusiastic and experienced Fitter (mechanical) to join our maintenance team at InfraBuild Wire in Mayfield. The operational team is highly safety focused and process driven, with a positive team culture. This role offers on the job training for any knowledge gaps with permanent and stable employment, predominantly on a rotating shift.

Shift Details include:

• Current roster of Monday-Friday- 5x 8hr shifts, 3 week period(Day/Night/Afternoon) - *Roster subject to change to meet company needs*
• 9.5% Shift Allowance(including Day Shift) changes to 10% in August
• 1 RDO a month
• Competitive Hourly Rate

Key responsibilities for this role include:

• Execution of preventative maintenance
• Breakdowns, fault finding and troubleshooting
• Overhauling fixed plant and operational equipment
• Provide feedback via the maintenance management system 
• Compliance with quality and safety processes to complete all tasks

We would love to hear from hardworking and enthusiastic candidates who can demonstrate the following:

• Certificate III Mechanical Trade certificate is essential
• Demonstrated experience overhauling fixed plant equipment
• Hydraulics and Pneumatics or post trade certificates
• SAP exposure, Effective verbal, and written communication skills
• Strong safety focus, can-do attitude
• Excellent fault finding and troubleshooting skills
• Forklift, and EWP tickets are highly regarded

Key Benefits

• Generous parental leave: 20 weeks paid Primary Carer Leave and 3 weeks paid Partner Leave for those who have worked at the business for at least 12 months. The company also provides superannuation contributions for the Primary Carer during the period of unpaid parental leave for eligible employees (limitations apply).
• Access to long service leave after 5 years: Employees who are not covered by an Enterprise Agreement can access accrued Long Service Leave (LSL) at the rate of 1.3 weeks per year of service after 5 years continuous service.
• Employee Benefits Program: discounts for employees, friends and family on a huge selection of products and services from a variety of brands including Samsung, Coles, Harvey Norman, Village Cinemas, Dick Smith, Vodafone, Thrifty and many more.
• Recruitment referral awards: $1500 is awarded to eligible employees for referring friends or family to an open role if the candidate is successful.
• Corporate rates for private health insurance: Nib Health Insurance offers discounted cover for employees.

About Us

InfraBuild is Australia’s leading integrated steel manufacturing, distribution and recycling business, making steel using our electric arc furnaces. We provide solutions for commercial and residential construction, large scale and nation-building infrastructure as well as our primary producers and rural sectors.  With ambitions to be carbon neutral by 2030, each day we help build futures through sustainable steel.

InfraBuild wire team is Australia's largest manufacturer of wire for construction and manufacturing industries. Our wire products are used in the manufacture of products from nails for the building industry to wire rope for draglines used in open cut mining. With InfraBuild Mills located in Geelong, VIC and Newcastle NSW, our facilities are ideally placed to service our customers’ requirements across Australia & New Zealand

Why work here?

We offer more than just a job; we provide a dynamic environment built on three pillars that define our commitment to both our team and our industry. 

• Work with a greater purpose: Join us in the pursuit of a sustainable future as we progress our ambition to become carbon-neutral. You will contribute to a legacy that not only helps to build our nation but sustains our environment for future generations. Embrace a culture where differences are celebrated, innovation is embraced and valuing everyone's unique perspectives contributes to our transformation.
• Work well - live better: We understand the importance of working in an environment which supports you to balance your personal and professional life. Experience a culture which values you as a whole person - where family extends to the workplace and your well-being matters. You’ll thrive not only in your career with us, but beyond. 
• Build your own future: Step into a culture where every day is an opportunity to grow, and where driving your own development is not just encouraged; it's expected. You’ll be empowered to take the wheel of your learning journey and uncover your potential. The possibilities are limitless.

We invite you to forge your career in a workplace where passion meets purpose, wellbeing is nurtured and the opportunity to thrive is in your hands.

It is our ambition at InfraBuild to cultivate an inclusive workplace that is as diverse as the communities we serve. We encourage candidates from all cultural backgrounds, genders, orientations, age groups, and abilities to apply. Your diversity is our strength in creating sustainable and innovative steel solutions for Australia's tomorrow.

Agencies should note that unsolicited resumes will not be accepted to this position, and GFG will not pay any fees related to resumes that are submitted directly to hiring managers and not through our approved processes.

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