Are you a skilled Maintenance Fitter committed to securing a role within a supportive growing team who are like minded and enjoy their work. As a Fitter you will be working for this well known brand who are experiencing continued growth and investment in equipment and expansion to allow for ongoing success in a tough market. We are seeking a like minded Mechanical Fitter who enjoys working in a positive and proactive working environment who has a proven background on night shift and can think on their feet. The role does require an immediate start on a Labour Hire basis. The role commences immediately, offering full time hours this opportunity is likely to go into 2026, based on site demands. About the Role: As a key member of the maintenance team, you will bring your expertise within the food, packaging, beverage or pharmaceutical environments. You will be responsible for ensuring optimal equipment performance, reducing downtime, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives. Key Responsibilities:
- Perform presentative and breakdown maintenance on a range of modern manufacturing equipment
- Diagnose mechanical faults and implement effective solutions
- Work collaboratively with production and engineering teams to minimise disruption
- Contribute to ongoing safety and efficiency improvements
- Maintain accurate service and maintenance records
- Trade qualified Mechanical Fitter (Cert III minimum or equivalent)
- Strong problem-solving skills and mechanical aptitude
- Familiar with hydraulic, pneumatic, and automated systems
- Solid all round fitting skills including welding, machining etc
- Excellent teamwork and communication skills
- A proactive attitude and commitment to safety
- Must have food Industry experience
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Job Category | Trades and Services |
Casual
Melbourne Eastern Suburbs, Melbourne South Eastern Suburbs
Posted 2 days ago
Are you reliable, punctual, and bring a positive attitude to work every day? Galaxy Personnel is currently seeking qualified Maintenance Fitters to join reputable clients located across Melbourne’s South-Eastern and Eastern suburbs. Be part of a fast-paced environment where safety, teamwork, and personal well-being are a priority. About the Role: As a Maintenance Fitter, you’ll be responsible for the maintenance, servicing, repairs, modifications, and inspections of a wide range of production equipment and machinery. Key Responsibilities:
- Carrying out planned and preventative maintenance
- Diagnosing and repairing faults to minimise downtime
- Troubleshooting and modifying machinery as needed
- Maintaining a strong commitment to workplace safety and equipment reliability
- Contributing to continuous improvement initiatives
- Work-life balance with morning, afternoon and night shift options
- Competitive hourly rates based on your experience
- Full-time hours on a casual basis with the potential for long-term opportunities
- Trade qualifications – Certificate III in Engineering (Mechanical) or equivalent
- Strong mechanical and troubleshooting skills
- MIG, TIG, and stainless-steel welding abilities (an advantage)
- Proven experience in a maintenance fitter or similar role
- Physically fit and capable of handling manual tasks
- A great work ethic and team-oriented approach
- FMCG experience (an advantage )
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Job Category | Trades and Services |
Warehouse Assistant – Compounding, Mixing, Blending, and Batching Our client located in the Eastern suburbs of Melbourne, is seeking an experienced Production worker to assist with Compounding/Batching and blending of pharmaceutical products. This role will commence on a casual basis working 36 hours a week Monday to Friday. Varying times of work between 6.00am and 10.00pm. Shift allowances paid accordingly. Duties will include the following: -
- Preparing raw ingredients for mixing
- Making batches of product as per instructions
- Follow quality control procedures to ensure the accuracy and consistency of batches.
- Assist with compounding, mixing, blending, and batching materials according to specifications and safety standards.
- Operate equipment to accurately mix, blend, and batch products while maintaining a clean and organized work environment.
- Have demonstrated experience in production environment
- Familiarity with compounding, mixing, blending, and batching processes is advantageous
- Basic math and computer skills for accurate measuring and inventory management.
- Follow HACCP and GMP procedures at all times
- Adhere to strict O H & S policies and procedures
- Have good attention to detail
- Able to lift heavy items
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Job Category | Manufacturing |
Our client located in the Mount Waverley area is looking for a Stores Person to assist in their Warehouse. This position will commence on a casual basis with a view to a permanent position for the right applicant. This is an Day Shift role Monday to Friday 8am to 4pm. Duties will include but will not be limited to:-
- Preparing orders for despatch
- RF scanning
- Counterbalance Forklift operation (not always required)
- Pick packing
- Loading and unloading
- Heavy lifting up to 25kg
- Current Forklift Licence
- Commitment to Workplace Health & Safety
- Able to work under pressure
- Excellent communication skills
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Job Category | Stores |
About the role We are seeking an experienced Maintenance Fitter & Boilermakers for various Labour Hire opportunities across the Southeastern Suburbs. Roles vary from short term to long term, whether you are interested in securing ad hoc days or set tenure opportunities we have a number of positions available. These roles are being offered on a day shift or nIght shift basis. We do have a fairly urgent SHUTDOWN in the South Eastern Suburbs for Boilermakers /Fitters with CONFINED SPACE TICKETS! This is a fairly immed start and would require a fairly imminent start. Duties include:
- Conduct planned and reactive maintenance on a variety of FMCG production equipment.
- Shutdown works in a Food Manufacturing facility.
- Welding and Fabrication- MIG/TIG
- Pneumatics and Hydraulics
- Qualified Fitter, with 3+ years’ experience in a similar maintenance role, must have a strong food manufacturing industry background.
- A Certificate III or Certificate IV in Mechanical Fitting is essential.
- Excellent problem-solving and fault-finding abilities
- Effective communication skills to liaise effectively with production and maintenance.
- Commitment to workplace health and safety
- Some roles will require 12-hour shifts day or night during shutdown periods.
- Background in Food/Packaging or Pharmaceutical required
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Job Category | Trades and Services |
Are you reliable, punctual, and committed to excellence with a can-do attitude? Galaxy Personnel is currently seeking qualified Maintenance Fitters for several ongoing afternoon shift opportunities with our reputable clients in the food manufacturing sector, located in the South-Eastern suburbs of Melbourne. You'll join a supportive and safety-focused team in a fast-paced food production environment, where your skills and dedication are truly valued. About the Role: As an Afternoon Shift Maintenance Fitter, you will play a key role in ensuring equipment runs safely and efficiently across the production line. Hours: Ongoing Afternoon Shift (full-time hours on a casual basis) Industry: Food Manufacturing Location: South-Eastern Suburbs Key Responsibilities:
- Perform regular maintenance, repair, and servicing of food production machinery
- Troubleshoot and resolve mechanical faults efficiently
- Support continuous improvement of plant equipment and systems
- Ensure a preventative maintenance approach is consistently applied
- Maintain high standards of safety, hygiene, and quality compliance
- Ongoing afternoon shifts with consistent hours
- Great work-life balance – afternoons free from early starts
- Competitive hourly rates
- Certificate III in Engineering (Mechanical or equivalent)
- Proven experience in food manufacturing or FMCG environment
- Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings
- Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills
- MIG, TIG, and stainless-steel welding skills (highly regarded)
- Commitment to workplace safety and quality standards
- Physically fit and able to meet the demands of the role
- Positive attitude and team-oriented mindset
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Job Category | Trades and Services |
The Roles Galaxy Personnel is a specialist Labour Hire provider of Trades Personnel within the Manufacturing sector. We are seeking experienced Fitters who are keen to work on a Labour Hire basis but with the potential of moving into a permanent role with this leading manufacturer in their field. To ensure your success you will require a background within the food, pharmaceutical of packaging industries. The role would suit a Fitter is keen to work on a day shift basis. Attractive $$$ are on offer for the successful candidate. Duties and Responsibilities:
- Carry out planned and reactive maintenance on a variety of production equipment.
- Diagnose, troubleshoot faults.
- Liaise with production teams to understand operational requirements and minimise disruptions.
- Contribute to the continuous improvement of maintenance processes and procedures.
- Ensure a safe working environment and comply with all health and safety regulations.
- Qualified Fitter, with 3+ years' experience with a Cert III or Cert IV qualification in Mechanical Engineering or Fabrication.
- Strong mechanical, troubleshooting skills.
- Excellent problem-solving and fault-finding abilities
- Good communication skills to liaise effectively with production and maintenance.
- Commitment to workplace health and safety
- Proven experience in an FMCG setting
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Job Category | Trades and Services |
Galaxy Personnel is a specialist provider of Electrical Fitters across the Manufacturing sector. We currently have multiple roles available on Day Shift with some of Melbourne's leading Electrical Switchboard Manufacturers based in the South East & Eastern Suburbs. Our clients are currently looking for qualified Electrical Fitters for the building, assembling and wiring of Switchboards. Your expected hours of work will be Monday to Friday 7:00am to 3:30pm (or similar) with regular overtime on offer. These positions will commence on a casual basis with a view to a permanent position for the right applicant. Duties:
- Experience building and assembling switchboards
- Bus Bar fabrication experience
- Certificate lll Electrotechnology or equivalent.
- Read and interpret drawings/schematics and follow instructions
- Self motivated & reliable
- A Grade Electrical License required
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Job Category | Trades and Services |
We are currently seeking high end Machine Operators for our client’s new equipment line. On offer are both Day Shift (6am – 2pm) and Afternoon Shift (2pm – 10pm) with full time hours on an ongoing casual basis. Our client is open to negotiating pay rate. Key Responsibilities
- Setting machines
- Operating machines
- Ensuring the smooth running of machines
- Dismantling machines in preparation for cleaners
- Operators will also carry out other tasks including crumbing products
- Previous machine operation experience, ideally in food manufacturing
- Experience with Morel Vertical Form Fill baggers highly regarded
- Mechanically minded with strong attention to detail
- Able to work efficiently as part of a team
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Job Category | Manufacturing |
Our client located in the South Eastern suburbs is seeking operators and packers to join their team We are currently recruiting for two key roles within a well-established food manufacturing facility. These roles offer long-term potential, with the opportunity to transition to permanent positions for the right candidates. 1. Machine Operator Great opportunity for experienced Machine operators seeking full-time casual hours. The role is being offered on day shift for training, then move to afternoons once you have mastered the role. We are seeking an experienced Machine Operator with hands-on mechanical and troubleshooting skills. This is a technical role requiring a solid understanding of vertical form-fill-seal (VFFS) machinery and packaging processes. Key Responsibilities:
- Operate, adjust, and maintain VFFS machinery
- Perform basic troubleshooting and changeovers for different product
- Monitor product quality: weights, seals, and consistency
- Load film rolls, set forming tubes, and adjust sealing parameters
- Follow GMP and HACCP procedures
- Perform basic preventative maintenance
- Able to use an electric pallet jack and walkie stacker
- Strong work ethic and reliability
- Willingness to learn and adapt to new processes
- Previous experience in a manufacturing or warehouse environment is ideal
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Job Category | Manufacturing |
Casual
Melbourne Eastern Suburbs, Melbourne South Eastern Suburbs, Melbourne Western Suburbs
Posted 2 weeks ago
Start Immediately | Day shifts | Afternoon shifts | Night shifts | Competitive Rates Locations: Eastern , Southeast, Western Suburbs Rates: $60–$80 per hour (depending on shift) Looking for a hands-on role with excellent pay and flexibility? Join a leading food manufacturing and production team with opportunities across Melbourne’s Western, South-Eastern, and Eastern suburbs. We are currently seeking qualified Maintenance Fitters with prior experience in the FMCG (Fast-Moving Consumer Goods) industry who are ready to advance their careers. Join a well-established and supportive team, enjoy excellent working conditions, and benefit from the convenience of roles available across multiple Melbourne suburbs—close to home and suited to your lifestyle. What’s in It for You?
- Day shifts, Afternoon shifts, Night shifts available
- Job Security– Steady full-time hours with casual flexibility
- Great Work Environment– Modern, clean and safety-focused facilities
- Real Career Opportunities– Work with respected businesses that invest in their teams
- Performing scheduled and preventative maintenance
- Diagnosing and repairing machinery and equipment
- Supporting plant efficiency and reliability
- Always maintaining safety and quality standards
- A strong work ethic and team mindset
- Relevant trade qualification (Cert III in Engineering – Mechanical Trade)
- Previous experience in maintenance or manufacturing environments
- FMCG experience a must!
- Sound knowledge of safety standards and procedures
- Welding experience (MIG, TIG, stainless steel) – highly regarded
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Job Category | Trades and Services |
Galaxy Personnel are seeking general Stores, Container Unloaders and Pick Packers for various assignments to join our temp team. Roles will vary in duration and will be located across the Eastern and South Eastern Suburbs of Melbourne. Essential Criteria:-
- Prior experience in general warehousing or manufacturing environment (preferred)
- Be able to work independently as well as part of a team
- Must have steel capped work boots, long work pants and high visual top
- Be prepared to work casual and on short notice
- Have a current driver licence and own transport
- Good communication skills
- Physically fit
- Self Motivated
- Happy to work Full days and or Half Days
- Day shift only
- Flexible
- Punctual and reliable
- Able to do heavy lifting (up to 20kg repetitively)
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Job Category | Manufacturing, Stores |