Maintenance Technician

Job Description

Working closely with our Operations and Production teams, you will be responsible for keeping our automated packaging equipment operating safely, efficiently and reliably. This is an important hands‐on role with primary responsibility for the maintenance, reliability and ongoing improvement of our two automated Form Fill and Seal (FFS) bagging lines, along with associated production equipment.

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Key responsibilities

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• Preventative and scheduled maintenance of our two automated Form Fill and Seal bagging lines
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• Mechanical fault finding, repairs and breakdown response
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• Identifying and resolving electrical, sensor, pneumatic and automation-related faults
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• Maintenance of conveyors, motors, gearboxes, bearings, pneumatic systems and associated production equipment
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• Monitoring equipment performance and identifying opportunities to improve reliability and reduce downtime
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• Planning maintenance activities and maintaining appropriate spare parts
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• Assisting with equipment upgrades, modifications and continuous improvement projects
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• Liaising with external electrical and specialist technicians when required
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• Maintaining accurate maintenance and service records
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• Ensuring all work is completed safely and in accordance with site procedures
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About you

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• Trade qualification as a Fitter & Turner, Mechanical Fitter or similar
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• Experience maintaining automated manufacturing, processing or packaging equipment
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• Good electrical knowledge and training, particularly in industrial equipment
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• Strong fault-finding and diagnostic skills
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• Experience with pneumatics, motors, sensors, conveyors and automated control systems
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• An understanding of PLC-controlled machinery and automation would be highly regarded
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• Experience with Form Fill and Seal or other automated bagging/packaging equipment would be an advantage
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• A proactive approach to preventative maintenance rather than simply responding to breakdowns
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• The ability to work independently and take ownership of equipment reliability
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• A practical, hands‐on attitude and willingness to work as part of our broader production team
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About us

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• Grange Growing Solutions is a well-established, Australian family-owned manufacturer and supplier of premium growing media, potting mixes and horticultural products.
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• A stable position with a long-established Australian family business
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• A varied and hands‐on role
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• The opportunity to develop and improve our preventative maintenance systems
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• A supportive management and production team
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• Competitive remuneration based on experience and qualifications
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