We are seeking a skilled and experienced Maintenance Fitter to join our team at our production facility in Kapunda, SA.

Johnsons are a well-respected, family-owned Australian agricultural feed production company with a history spanning over 101 years! We pride ourselves on our commitment to producing high-quality stock feed, sustainability, and upholding the values of family, respect, and genuine care for our customers and employees. With a commitment to excellence and innovation, we play a crucial role in supporting the health and productivity of livestock across the world.

In this hands-on role, you will be responsible for ensuring the efficiency, reliability and performance of our mechanical equipment. You will play a key part in keeping our production operations running smoothly by carrying out preventative maintenance and responding quickly and effectively to unplanned breakdowns.

If you are a proactive tradesperson who enjoys problem-solving, improving systems and contributing to a safe and productive workplace, we would love to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled preventative maintenance to reduce unplanned downtime

• Diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical issues, implementing timely and effective repairs

• Minimize downtime and improve overall equipment reliability

• Identify improvement opportunities and recommend cost-saving initiatives

• Provide technical expertise and diagnostic support

• Complete daily prestart checks on all machinery and take action on any issues

• Respond promptly to breakdowns and urgent maintenance needs

• Keep accurate records of maintenance activities, equipment condition and repairs performed

• Participate in the after-hours call-out roster

• Install, assemble and test new machinery and equipment

• Work collaboratively with maintenance and operations teams on upgrades, repairs and new installations

• Support continuous improvement initiatives and help refine SOP's

• Maintain plant, tools and work areas

• Uphold and promote all safety principles

What You Bring

• A proactive, accountable approach to work

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Demonstrated experience with preventative maintenance and fault diagnostics

• Sound mechanical aptitude and familiarity with industrial machinery

• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and manuals

• Understanding of manufacturing processes and maintenance data

• Proficiency with hand and power tools

• Excellent problem-solving skills

• Trade qualification in Mechanical Fitting or related discipline

Why Join Johnsons?

• Competitive hourly rate, commensurate with experience

• The opportunity to be part of a supportive and collaborative team

• A safe and friendly working environment focused on teamwork and respect

• Free and confidential Employee Assistance Program

• The chance to work with an established, family-owned company with a long-standing commitment to quality

If you are ready to take the next step in your maintenance career and join a forward-thinking company, demonstrate your expertise and be part of a strong, family-oriented workforce, please submit your resume and cover letter to the HR Manager via Seek. 

Applications close when a suitable candidate is found.