MAINTENANCE FITTER
Founded in 1927, KENT WORLDWIDE is a family-owned US company built around specialty ingredients and consumer brands. Over the years, the business has become known around the world for our strength in manufacturing and marketing.
The KENT WORDWIDE Consumer Brand Business in APAC is a leading provider of a portfolio offering both Petcare solutions and Food & Beverage products.
About the Role
We’re looking for an experienced Maintenance Fitter to join our Dandenong-based Site. In this handson role, you’ll keep our fastpaced FMCG operation running smoothly by ensuring equipment is safe, reliable, and performing at its best. You’ll play a key part in preventative maintenance, fast breakdown response, and ongoing site improvements.
What You’ll Be Doing
Carrying out preventative and routine maintenance on manufacturing equipment
Diagnosing faults and performing breakdown repairs quickly and effectively
Supporting installation of new machinery and upgrades
Maintaining packing and palletising equipment
Managing spare parts and maintenance records
Working closely with production to keep lines running efficiently
Contributing to continuous improvement initiatives
Ensuring all work meets WHS and Australian safety standards
What You’ll Bring
Trade qualified Mechanical Fitter (or relevant engineering fabrication trade)
Strong experience in maintenance within manufacturing/FMCG
TIG/MIG welding experience (essential)
Solid skills in fault finding, diagnostics, and repairs
Experience with packing / palletising equipment (highly regarded)
Ability to work autonomously and prioritise tasks
A proactive, safety-focused mindset with strong attention to detail
Team player with good communication skills
Why Join Us?
Be part of a global, valuesdriven organisation
Work with innovative teams supporting sustainable products
Contribute to meaningful site and process improvements
Enjoy a supportive, safetyfocused workplace
