Mechanical Fitter

Lineage is the world's largest temperature-controlled industrial REIT and logistics solutions provider, with a global network of over 400 facilities, spanning 25 countries across North & South America, Europe and Asia-Pacific.

Working a Lineage is not just a job - it's an opportunity to innovate and put your mark on how food moves from the farm to dinner tables around the world. As a member of the Lineage team, you are a critical link in the food supply chain.  

The Asia-Pacific region currently includes Australia, New Zealand, Vietnam, Sri Lanka and Singapore employing nearly 3000 team members.

Cold Storage & Industrial Maintenance | Hemmant, Brisbane

At Lineage, we play a critical role in keeping Australia's food supply chain moving. As the world's largest temperature-controlled warehouse company, our facilities support customers across food manufacturing, retail and export industries.

As our Queensland operations continue to grow, we are seeking an experienced Mechanical Fitter, Maintenance Fitter or Refrigeration Tradesperson to join our maintenance team at our Hemmant facility.

This is a hands-on role supporting a modern cold storage operation where safety, reliability and teamwork are at the centre of everything we do.

Reporting to the Facilities Maintenance Manager, you will be responsible for maintaining and improving the performance, reliability and safety of plant, equipment and building infrastructure across the site.

Key responsibilities include:

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  Performing preventative and reactive maintenance activities

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  Diagnosing and repairing mechanical faults across plant and equipment

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  Maintaining conveyors, motors, pumps, compressors and other mechanical assets

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  Supporting the operation of cold storage and refrigeration infrastructure

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  Installing, servicing and assembling mechanical systems and components

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  Coordinating work with contractors and other site teams

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  Maintaining accurate maintenance records and documentation

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  Contributing to continuous improvement and reliability initiatives

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  Following all safety procedures and promoting a strong safety culture

To succeed in this role, you will have:

• Australian-recognised trade qualification as a Mechanical Fitter, Maintenance Fitter, Fitter & Turner or equivalent

• Strong industrial maintenance experience

• Proven fault-finding and troubleshooting capability

• Experience working in manufacturing, FMCG, food processing, warehousing, logistics, cold storage, utilities or other industrial environments

• Ability to interpret technical drawings and schematics

• Current driver's licence

• Strong commitment to workplace safety

We would be particularly interested in speaking with candidates who have:

• Refrigeration or air-conditioning trade qualifications

• Experience working in cold storage or temperature-controlled facilities

• Exposure to industrial refrigeration systems, compressors and associated equipment

• Welding and fabrication skills

• Forklift, EWP or scissor lift licences

• Experience with CMMS or maintenance management systems

• Join a global industry leader with a strong track record of growth

• Work within a modern industrial and cold storage environment

• Support critical infrastructure that keeps food moving across Australia and around the world

• Overtime opportunities available

• Be part of a supportive and safety-focused team

• Ongoing training and development opportunities

• Long-term career opportunities within a global organisation

At Lineage, safety is more than a priority, it's a value.

We expect every team member to:

• Take responsibility for their own safety and the safety of others

• Participate in safety initiatives and continuous improvement activities

• Follow all site procedures and safe work practices

• Contribute to a workplace where everyone goes home safe, every day

Applicants must have:

• Full Australian working rights

• A recognised Australian trade qualification (or fully recognised equivalent)

• Current residency in Australia

Why Lineage?
 

Lineage is more than just a cold storage logistics business. We’re focused on being a vibrant, innovative and progressive employer where all our teams work safely, harmoniously and efficiently toward a common purpose - transforming the food supply chain to eliminate waste and help feed the world.

Lineage is dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic work environment and encourages applicants from all backgrounds to apply.