Day Fitter

Day Fitter


Company
Orora
Location
Canning Vale, Western Australia, Australia
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
18 days ago
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Job Description
The Role Reporting into the Engineering Lead and working alongside of your fellow Day Fitters from Monday to Friday, 6.45am-3.15pm your responsibilities include, but are not limited to: On-going maintenance of machinery, equipment and services, to assist in meeting or exceeding site objectives (Production, Quality, Spoilage). Actively pursuing mechanical maintenance improvements to achieve production targets and improve plant uptime. Demonstrates an exemplary safety ethic, leading by example and setting standards for the health, safety and wellbeing. Drive a high-quality standards and culture. ย  About You Mechanical Trade Certificate with Advanced Certificate preferred. Experience in high-speed Manufacturing, 24/7 production environments (3-5+ years) Maintenance experience, preventative maintenance planning and corrective maintenance systems Ability to troubleshoot control systems and mechanical faults on equipment. A good understanding of mechanical systems, motors, pumps, conveyors, compressors, air systems. Team player with a proactive attitude and excellent communication skills Be able to meet requirements of Orora's pre-employment medical which includes drug & alcohol testing Why Orora? Overtime available Join a close knit day shift team Discounts available on beverages, health care plans & gyms If you're a reliable fitter who knows their stuff and wants steady work with a great team, we want to hear from you. How to Apply Click onย APPLY NOW.

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Q What is the 2026 minimum hourly rate including penalties for qualified plumbers under the Plumbing Award?
As per the Fair Work Ombudsman, the minimum wage for plumbers in Australia is AU$26.45 per hour under the Plumbing and Fire Sprinklers Award as of 1 July 2026. This includes a base rate plus AU$0.95 tool allowance and AU$18.75 daily travel allowance. Overtime rates apply at 1.5 times for the first three hours after 38 weekly hours.
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According to the Department of Home Affairs, overseas plumbers must hold a Temporary Skill Shortage visa (subclass 482) with plumbing listed on the Core Skills Occupation List. The minimum annual salary threshold is AU$73,150 as of 1 July 2026. The visa is valid for up to four years and requires a positive skills assessment from TRA plus employer sponsorship.
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As per the Australian Skills Quality Authority, applicants need a Certificate III in Plumbing (CPC32420) completed via a registered training organisation plus 1,200 hours of supervised on-the-job experience. A state-issued plumbing licence is mandatory before starting paid work. No formal university degree is required.
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According to Services Australia, applicants must submit a current plumber licence, Certificate III qualification, tax file number declaration, and proof of Australian work rights via VEVO check. A national police check dated within the last 12 months is also required for most roles. Applications without these four items are rejected outright.
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