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.

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Welder Jobs

Q What is the award minimum hourly rate for welders under the Manufacturing Award in Australia from July 2026?
The Fair Work Ombudsman sets the minimum rate for a qualified welder at AU$29.75 per hour under the Manufacturing and Associated Industries and Occupations Award as of 1 July 2026. Casual welders receive a 25% loading on top of this base rate. Ordinary hours are capped at 38 per week with overtime paid at 1.5 times the rate after that threshold.
Q Which visa allows overseas welders to work in Australia in 2026 and what is the application fee?
The Department of Home Affairs requires welders to obtain a skills assessment and apply for the Temporary Skill Shortage visa (subclass 482) which permits employment for up to four years. The visa application fee is AU$1,455 for the main applicant as of 2026. Applicants must demonstrate at least three years of relevant experience and achieve a minimum IELTS score of 5.0.
Q What qualification and experience level is required to work as a welder in Australia?
The Fair Work Ombudsman states that welders must hold a Certificate III in Engineering - Fabrication Trade or equivalent plus at least two years post-qualification experience to meet award classification level C10. Recognition of prior learning is accepted only when verified by a registered training organisation. No formal licence is mandated nationally but site-specific tickets are often required.
Q How many hours per week and how much annual leave do welders receive under Australian awards in 2026?
The Fair Work Ombudsman confirms welders work a standard 38 ordinary hours per week under the Manufacturing Award with four weeks of paid annual leave accruing each year. Leave loading of 17.5% applies when leave is taken. Additional personal leave of 10 days per year is provided on top of annual leave.
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