Day Fitter

Day Fitter


Company
Orora
Location
Canning Vale, Western Australia, Australia
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
18 days ago
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Job Description
The Role Reporting into the Engineering Lead and working alongside of your fellow Day Fitters from Monday to Friday, 6.45am-3.15pm your responsibilities include, but are not limited to: On-going maintenance of machinery, equipment and services, to assist in meeting or exceeding site objectives (Production, Quality, Spoilage). Actively pursuing mechanical maintenance improvements to achieve production targets and improve plant uptime. Demonstrates an exemplary safety ethic, leading by example and setting standards for the health, safety and wellbeing. Drive a high-quality standards and culture. ย  About You Mechanical Trade Certificate with Advanced Certificate preferred. Experience in high-speed Manufacturing, 24/7 production environments (3-5+ years) Maintenance experience, preventative maintenance planning and corrective maintenance systems Ability to troubleshoot control systems and mechanical faults on equipment. A good understanding of mechanical systems, motors, pumps, conveyors, compressors, air systems. Team player with a proactive attitude and excellent communication skills Be able to meet requirements of Orora's pre-employment medical which includes drug & alcohol testing Why Orora? Overtime available Join a close knit day shift team Discounts available on beverages, health care plans & gyms If you're a reliable fitter who knows their stuff and wants steady work with a great team, we want to hear from you. How to Apply Click onย APPLY NOW.

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As per the Fair Work Ombudsman, the minimum rate for a qualified plumber in Australia is AU$29.45 per hour from 1 July 2026 under the Plumbing and Fire Sprinklers Award 2020. This includes a 25% loading for casual employees and requires payment of AU$44.18 per hour for overtime after 38 hours per week. All employers must pay superannuation at 12% on top of this base rate.
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As per the Department of Home Affairs, international plumbers need a Skilled Employer Sponsored Regional visa (subclass 494) or Temporary Skill Shortage visa (subclass 482) with plumbing listed on the MLTSSL. Applicants must have at least three years of relevant experience and pass a skills assessment by TRA before applying. Processing takes 60 to 90 days with a AU$4,840 application fee as of 2026.
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