Description:
About UsJOB DESCRIPTION
Americold is a global leader in temperature-controlled warehousing and logistics in the food industry. Our strong growth strategy for our region has taken off and we will continue to expand our global footprint throughout 2025. None of this growth, however, is possible without our people.
Our core values have been written with our people in mind. We encourage our associates to drive the results they want to achieve, and we support this by providing comprehensive onboarding, ongoing training, and yearly development plans.
Want to know the secret to our success? You’ll have to join us to find out!
Primary Responsibility
You will be primarily responsible for preventive and corrective maintenance on refrigerated warehouse, and capital project installations in a timely and cost-effective manner. This involves the day-to-day operation of plant and equipment including, but not limited to, air compressors and refrigerated dryers, rapid roller doors, dock equipment, pallet racking, pallet wrappers, plant, equipment, building, essential services, and computer-based controls program.
This is a permanent, full-time position working Monday to Friday - standard business hours at our Murarrie Campus.
What You'll Do
Undertake continual reviews of plant and equipment maintenance effectiveness, reliability, and downtime, and make refinement recommendations.Maintain tools and machinery in good condition and use tools and equipment carefully as instructed.Assist in conducting tests of safety equipment (Exit signs, fire extinguishers, sprinkler systems, etc.) to ensure OHSA and operational standards.Identify critical spare parts & quantities to be kept on-site to prevent unnecessary delays in repairing production equipmentAssist in keeping accurate preventive maintenance records.Keep the work area clean and perform housekeeping duties as required.Performs related work and other job assignments as required
What Experience And Education You Need
5+ years managing maintenance-related work within the trade discipline.Mechanical trade qualificationsManaging multiple sites from a facilities management perspectiveUnderstanding and interpreting operating specifications, plans and plant and equipment servicing standards.Good analytical and problem-solving skillsSelf-administration and effective time management skills, such as good judgement in prioritising work, meeting deadlines and KPIsWorking collaboratively with internal customers and multidisciplinary teams, including other trade groups and contractors as requiredCurrent Driver’s License
What Could Set You Apart
5S’s – 6S’s methodology knowledge (or willingness to learn)Knowledge of the Controlled Temperature Distribution and Storage operations (advantageous)Sound understanding of Australian Standards, Codes of Practice and legislation on property maintenance / facilities management industry, including essential safety measures
Physical Requirements & Abilities
May be required to tolerate working environment with inside controlled temperatures of –15 degrees and outside ambient temperatures (including heat, cold and precipitation) Must tolerate heights up to 35 ft. and be able to access elevated platforms and catwalksMust be able to climb ladders and stairsFrequently required to stand; walk; push; pull; reach with hands and arms; stoop; kneel; and crouchMust frequently lift and/or move up to 50 poundsMust be able to use hand and power toolsMust be able to use hands and fingers to handle, feel, and/or manipulate parts & toolsSpecific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, colour vision and depth perception. Either naturally or with the aid of eyeglassesAble to pass a physical and respiratory exam
How To Apply
Apply now and ensure your current resume is submitted. Want to stand out? Include a cover letter detailing how your experiences fit the brief.
Americold is committed to fair and equitable merit-based recruiting practices.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.
28 Mar 2025;
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