Maintenance Fitter

Harmony Agriculture and Food Company (HAAFCO)

Harmony Agriculture and Food Company (HAAFCO) is a vertically integrated Australian agricultural business specialising in premium Wagyu beef production for domestic and international markets. Operating one of Australia's largest Wagyu F1 supply chains, Harmony is committed to animal welfare, operational excellence and high-quality beef production.

We are seeking an experienced and trade-qualified Maintenance Fitter to join our team at the Dimboola Feedlot in Victoria.

This hands-on mechanical trades position is responsible for diagnosing faults, dismantling, repairing, assembling, fitting and testing mechanical plant, machinery and equipment. The role also involves preventative maintenance, hydraulic and pneumatic repairs, mechanical fabrication and equipment reliability improvements to ensure the safe and efficient operation of feedlot machinery.

Key Responsibilities

Mechanical Fitting, Repairs and Assembly

• Diagnose mechanical faults, machinery breakdowns and equipment performance issues using inspection, testing and fault-finding techniques.
• Dismantle, inspect, repair, replace, reassemble, fit and test mechanical components, machinery and equipment.
• Maintain and repair augers, gearboxes, conveyors, milling equipment, pumps, bearings, shafts, drive systems and other fixed and mobile mechanical plant.
• Interpret technical drawings, machinery specifications, service manuals and maintenance instructions to determine repair requirements.
• Measure, align, adjust and fit mechanical components using precision measuring instruments and mechanical fitting techniques.
• Carry out operational testing and mechanical adjustments to ensure repaired equipment operates safely and efficiently.

Hydraulic and Pneumatic Systems

• Inspect, diagnose, service and repair hydraulic and pneumatic systems and associated components.
• Dismantle, repair and replace hydraulic pumps, cylinders, hoses, valves, seals, fittings and pneumatic equipment.
• Identify and rectify pressure faults, leaks, component wear and mechanical failures.
• Test and adjust hydraulic and pneumatic systems to ensure correct operating performance.

Preventative Maintenance and Machinery Reliability

• Plan and undertake preventative maintenance, scheduled servicing and mechanical inspections of feedlot machinery and equipment.
• Identify worn or defective components and carry out repairs or replacements before equipment failure occurs.
• Monitor machinery condition and investigate recurring breakdowns to improve equipment reliability.
• Maintain accurate service records, maintenance schedules, inspection reports and repair documentation.
• Recommend and implement mechanical modifications and improvements to reduce downtime and improve machinery performance.

Mechanical Fabrication and Workshop Activities

• Undertake welding, fabrication, cutting, grinding and mechanical fitting associated with machinery repairs and modifications.
• Fabricate, modify, assemble and fit mechanical components, brackets, supports and replacement parts.
• Select and use appropriate hand tools, power tools, workshop machinery and precision measuring equipment.
• Ensure fabricated and repaired components meet required specifications and safe operating standards.

Maintenance Coordination and Safety

• Prioritise and coordinate mechanical repairs and maintenance activities to minimise disruption to feedlot operations.
• Provide technical guidance to other maintenance employees and coordinate specialist contractors where required.
• Liaise with equipment suppliers and service providers regarding replacement components, technical requirements and repairs.
• Maintain a safe, organised and functional mechanical workshop.
• Follow safe work procedures, including equipment isolation, lockout and appropriate risk controls during mechanical maintenance.
• Operate agricultural machinery and mobile equipment where required for mechanical repairs, maintenance and equipment testing.

Skills and Experience

Essential

• Certificate III in Engineering – Mechanical Trade or an equivalent recognised mechanical trade qualification.
• Demonstrated experience as a Mechanical Fitter, Maintenance Fitter or Fitter.
• Strong mechanical fault-finding, fitting, assembly and repair skills.
• Experience dismantling, repairing, assembling, aligning and testing mechanical plant and equipment.
• Practical knowledge of hydraulic and pneumatic systems, including maintenance and troubleshooting.
• Experience with preventative maintenance and mechanical servicing programs.
• Ability to interpret mechanical drawings, technical specifications and equipment manuals.
• Competency using mechanical workshop tools, precision measuring instruments and fitting equipment.
• Welding and fabrication experience associated with mechanical repairs.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently.
• Commitment to workplace health and safety.
• Current driver's licence.

Desirable

• Experience maintaining agricultural, feedlot, milling or industrial processing equipment.
• Experience with conveyors, augers, gearboxes, pumps and mechanical drive systems.
• Experience coordinating maintenance activities or providing technical supervision.
• Knowledge of maintenance management systems.
• Experience with machinery reliability improvements and equipment modifications.
• Heavy Combination (HC) driver's licence.

About You

You are a trade-qualified mechanical fitter with strong technical knowledge and practical experience maintaining and repairing mechanical plant and equipment.

You are confident diagnosing machinery faults, undertaking precision fitting and mechanical repairs, and maintaining hydraulic and pneumatic systems. You take a proactive approach to preventative maintenance, equipment reliability and workplace safety.

You enjoy working in a hands-on industrial or agricultural environment and can independently manage mechanical maintenance tasks while supporting broader operational requirements.

How to Apply

To apply, please submit your CV and a brief cover letter outlining your mechanical trade qualifications and relevant fitting and maintenance experience to *************.