Maintenance Fitter

Aliaxis · Auckland

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Aliaxis exists to bring solutions to the world's water challenges and accelerate the transition to clean energy. We are a global leader in high-quality piping & fitting solutions for use in building, infrastructure, industrial and agricultural applications across the globe. Over 16,000 people work for us in more than 40 countries with 80 manufacturing sites.

As an integral part of Aliaxis – a global brand, we supply the New Zealand and Pacific markets with high-quality plastic pipes and fittings and building materials. We are proud to deliver renowned brands Marley, RX Plastics and Dynex to the New Zealand market.

We are proud of our initiatives to reduce our carbon footprint, continuing to deliver the best solutions for our customers with minimal impact on the environment and a positive impact on our community, and looking for passionate people that want to be part of our journey and embrace the behaviours that we stand for: 

• We Dare to challenge the status quo; to innovate and to learn fast
• We Care for the environment, our customers and each other
• We Deliver by taking accountability for our decisions and actions

About the role   
We have an exciting opportunity for a Maintenance Fitter, to join our supportive small maintenance team working 8.30am to 5.30pm Monday to Friday, at our Avondale, Dynex manufacturing operation.

Ideally you will come from a similar role and enjoy working in a fast paced and innovative manufacturing environment where you are able to work autonomously or part of a team with a continuous improvement mindset, to get the job done safely, efficiently and to optimise performance and reliability of both the plant and equipment on site.

To be successful you will have a keen eye for detail, technical and mechanical aptitude and experience in a process driven environment will be highly regarded. This is a dynamic role that requires a hands-on and energetic person with a high level of organisation and the ability to work quickly and accurately while maintaining safe work practices and following procedures.
 

 What will you do?

• General mechanical maintenance & repairs including preventative maintenance

• Hydraulic & pneumatic maintenance & repairs

• Welding experience (MIG, TIG, stick) and machining are desirable but not essential

• Attend to call outs for breakdowns when required

• Spare parts ordering through store requisitions

• Work with Electrical support to diagnose and implement solutions

• Capital project works and continuous improvement tasks

• At least 3-5 years’ work experience in industrial manufacturing

• Job recording in CMMS systems daily, using MEX

• Strictly following all required OH&S procedures

About you    

• Be a trade qualified (level 4) Fitting and Turning or dual trade qualified (highly regarded)

• 3-5 years’ experience as an industrial Maintenance Fitter working in a similar role within a Manufacturing, Plastic, FMCG or Heavy Industrial environment)

• Knowledge or experience in extrusion, water process plant, raw materials handling, granulation, pumps, and associated equipment (highly desirable)

• Be hands on and flexible to be on call when needed to attend breakdowns.

• Are a team player with excellent communication skills both verbal and written

• Demonstrated experience in mechanical maintenance activities including annual shutdowns, breakdowns and preventative maintenance.

• Computer literate with experience using CMMS systems (MEX preferred)

• Exceptional time management and coordination skills, able to prioritise and be agile with a high level of attention to detail.

• Have a current driver’s licence, own transport

• EWP, White Card and Forklift licence (advantageous).

• Be a New Zealand Citizen or Permanent Resident with full working rights.

Why join us?   

• Paid overtime and call outs, uniform, uniform cleaning, and onsite parking provided

• A safe work environment with a strong focus on 'Go for Zero'

• Work for a business that cares about sustainability and impact

• Industry-leading paid parental leave – 26 weeks for primary carers, 4 weeks for secondary carers

• Employee Assistance Program for you & your family

• Recognition programs and service awards

• Mentoring opportunities to grow your career

• Join our global DEI council and make a difference

• Career development opportunities locally and globally
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For more information about this role, please contact Harjot Dhody on 61 419 902 624

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