Maintenance Fitter

About the role

Qualia Wine Services is seeking an experienced and motivated Maintenance Fitter to join our maintenance team on a full-time permanent basis. Reporting to the Maintenance Supervisor, your primary responsibilities will include carrying out preventative and reactive maintenance on winery equipment and infrastructure to ensure the safe, efficient and reliable operation of the winery. During the annual vintage period (late January to the end of April), the role requires participation in shift work, including weekends, to support winery operations. At times, you will also be required to assist with the operation and maintenance of the winery's wastewater treatment systems.

Key responsibilities

• Carry out preventative and reactive maintenance on winery equipment and infrastructure

• Ensure safe, efficient and reliable operation of the winery

• Participate in shift work, including weekends, during the annual vintage period

• Assist with the operation and maintenance of the winery's wastewater treatment systems

• Work both independently and as part of a team

About you

• Trade qualification as a Maintenance Fitter/Welder

• Experience with preventative and breakdown maintenance

• Stainless steel welding and fabrication experience (desirable)

• Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills

• Commitment to workplace health and safety

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team

• Willingness to participate in shift work and weekend work during the annual vintage period

• Forklift licence, or willing to obtain

Benefits

• Permanent full-time employment

• Competitive remuneration

• Stable, year-round work

• Supportive and experienced maintenance team

• Opportunity to work in a large, modern commercial winery

• Ongoing training and development opportunities

About us

Qualia Wine Services is a large commercial winery with an annual crush capacity of over 50,000 tonnes. Located in Irymple.