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Maintenance Fitter (Rotating Shift) - Kelso Join to apply for the Maintenance Fitter (Rotating Shift) - Kelso role at Simplot Australia Pty Ltd. In Australia, the J.R. Simplot Companys core operations are food manufacturing and agriculture, encompassing potato, vegetable, seafood and sauce operations. We supply a wide range of frozen, shelfstable and chilled products to major retail and foodservice customers in Australia and NewZealand. The Simplot Global Food business includes 17 foodmanufacturing and processing sites, serves retail and foodservice customers in 37 countries, and employs 15000 people worldwide. 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. The Perks Annual increase to base rate of pay per Simplot NCA Attractive shift loadings & overtime rates (where applicable) RDO accruals Fully supplied & laundered uniform, boots & PPE Income protection insurance provided Companyprovided onsite softtissue specialist appointments Discounted health insurance options About Our Role Permanent Monday to Friday rotating shift position (weekend overtime available) Work on a diverse and unique array of foodprocessing fixed plant & equipment Base rate of $46.34p/h (increases to $47.59p/h from01/12) + weekend OT paid at doubletime for all hours 15% afternoon shift loading 30% night shift loading Here at Simplot Kelso we have an opportunity for a suitably qualified and experienced Maintenance Fitter to join our dynamic Maintenance team on a permanent Monday to Friday rotating shift roster. Simplot Kelso is our seafood and snacking processing plant, producing approx. 50tonnes of product daily (75SKUs) for the retail and foodservice markets, including Birds Eye, I&J and Captains Catch branded products. The site employs approx. 120 local employees, with approximately 95% of manufactured goods consisting of either Aquaculture Stewardship Council (ASC) or Marine Stewardship Council (MSC) seafood. Day shift:06:3015:30hrsAfternoon shift:15:0000:00hrsNight shift:23:0008:00hrs What You Will Do Reporting to the Maintenance Manager (via the Mechanical Team Lead), the Maintenance Fitter will perform planned, opportunityandbreakdown maintenance activities on a range of foodprocessing fixed plant & equipment in alignment with the sites Maintenance and Production schedules to support plant optimisation, reliability, employee safety and continuous improvement activities. Working closely with the wider Maintenance team (incl. Electrical/Automation/Projects) and the Production team, this handson, technically aligned role will provide mechanical expertise to Simplot Kelsos operations to: Identify faults and perform breakdown repairs to minimise downtime and microstops caused by production machinery and equipment Inspect, test and maintain machinery & equipment in production areas and the wider plant Perform general plant and building maintenance work Undertake specific project work upon request Perform assigned tasks in accordance with all Simplot Safety, Health and Well-being & Environmental programmes and goals Utilise MEXCMMS to update work orders, search asset history and advise on any maintenance trends or opportunities for improvement and innovation Site Equipment Includes Slicer presser, fish finger and Formax processing equipment Radio frequency tunnels Par frying area Dusting, coating and frying / airfrying units Spiral freezing and frozen stores Two automated, robotic packing and palletising lines About You Possess a 100% commitment to health and safety in the workplace Hold a CertIII Engineering Mechanical (or equivalent) Ability to interpret mechanical drawings Experience with foodprocessing equipment (e.g., fillers, closers, packaging equipment, palletisers and conveyor systems) highly regarded Experience servicing and overhauling various pump types Welding experience (MAW & TIG) and ability to use workshop equipment (e.g., lathes and milling machines) in addition to experience with hydraulic & pneumatic systems Proficient in the use of the Microsoft Windows suite of products and CMMS software (Simplot uses MEX) Strong problemsolving, analytical skills Excellent communication skills Motivated and diligent work ethic with a teamplayer mindset Commitment to a rotating shiftbased roster Willingness to undergo a preemployment medical (incl. urinebased drug & alcohol screening) Please click on the Apply button to submit your application, ensuring both a covering letter outlining your suitability for the role and an uptodate resume are included (you will be redirected to the Simplot Careers portal). Applications close midnight, Sunday16November2025 Simplot reserves the right to commence shortlisting prior to advert closing date. Job Requisition ID 23864 Travel Required None Location(s) GF Plant Kelso Country Australia Seniority level MidSenior level Employment type Fulltime Job function Management and Manufacturing Industries Food and Beverage Services Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Simplot Australia Pty Ltd by2x. Simplot is an equalopportunity employer and encourages 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 [email protected]. Get notified about new Maintenance Fitter jobs in Kelso, New South Wales, Australia. #J-18808-Ljbffr