Maintenance Fitter

About Us

ofi is a leading global integrated supply chain manager, processor and grower of agricultural products and food ingredients, supplying various products across five platforms (cocoa, coffee, dairy, nuts and spices), to more than 8,000 customers worldwide. With a direct presence in more than 49 countries, with sourcing and processing in most major producing countries, ofi has built a global leadership position in many of its businesses.

The Opportunity

We are seeking trade qualified candidates for the role of Maintenance Fitter to join our Carwarp Almond Processing Plant Team.

This role reports to our Maintenance Supervisor, and is responsible for:

• Ensuring safe work practices and facilitation of machinery maintenance programs; and
• Following best work practices to achieve the long-term sustainability of the plant and its machinery.

This is not a 9am – 5pm position, and the roster will be in line with operational requirements working up to 12-hour shifts, including night shifts and up to 7 days on at a time (with sufficient breaks between next shift).

Our Ideal Candidate

Will have a high level of commitment and a proactive approach. This ‘hands on’ role is suitable for someone with an output focus, who is able to think on their feet, troubleshoot and works well as part of a team. In addition, the successful candidate will have:

• A fitter (mechanical engineering) trade qualification;
• Solid experience in the programmed and preventative maintenance of machinery;
• A strong safety mindset and track-record;
• A great team attitude;
• Excellent interpersonal skills; and
• Relevant work experience (food manufacturing experience is highly desired).

You must be confident of passing our pre-employment medical / drug screen as we have a zero-tolerance policy to drugs.