Maintenance Fitter (Morning &Afternoon)

About the Role

River Sands Pty Ltd is a vertically integrated manufacturer of packaged mortars, cements and speciality sands. Established for 50 years, its manufacturing operations includes a Sand Quarry and blending facility; a large “Dry Mix” concrete, mortars, cement and sands packing facility. We are seeking passionate, energetic individual who is committed to providing effective professional service. This is an excellent opportunity to join our dynamic, exciting organisation and enjoy the satisfaction of contributing to the continued growth and success of our business. Reporting directly to the Mechanical Leading hand, you will play a key role in maintaining and improving the performance of production equipment.

Key Responsibilities

• The role will appeal to a tradesperson who enjoys challenge and variety, given the extensive plant to be maintained and wide range of equipment from PLC controlled automated plant for high-speed bagging operations to heavy plant for moving and processing sands and gravels

• Performing preventative and reactive maintenance across production machinery

• Troubleshooting and diagnosing mechanical faults

• Minimising downtime and supporting continuous improvement initiatives

• Working closely with production and engineering teams to ensure operational efficiency

Key Skills & Experience

• Trade qualifications as a Fitter & Turner, Mechanical Fitter, or equivalent

• Strong industrial mechanical fitter background encompassing preventative maintenance and repair works on process and materials handling equipment.

• Strong experience with maintenance and repair of complex industrial plant and mechanical components, equipment isolation and permit to work procedures.

• Strong mechanical maintenance and fault-finding experience

• Excellent communication skills and a proactive approach to maintenance

• Experience using MEX would be highly regarded, but training will be provided

• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to quality

• Effective communication and teamwork skills

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

How to Apply

Please submit your resume along with a cover letter outlining your relevant experience and why you are the right fit for our team.