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.

Position Details

Mechanical Fitter / Maintenance Fitter

Cold Storage & Industrial Maintenance | Hemmant, Brisbane

Join the world's largest temperature-controlled warehouse company

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.

What you'll be doing

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:

Performing preventative and reactive maintenance activities

Diagnosing and repairing mechanical faults across plant and equipment

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

Supporting the operation of cold storage and refrigeration infrastructure

Installing, servicing and assembling mechanical systems and components

Coordinating work with contractors and other site teams

Maintaining accurate maintenance records and documentation

Contributing to continuous improvement and reliability initiatives

Following all safety procedures and promoting a strong safety culture

What we're looking for

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

Highly regarded

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

Why Apply?

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

Safety comes first

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

Important information

Applicants must have:

Full Australian working rights

A recognised Australian trade qualification (or fully recognised equivalent)

Current residency in Australia

Please note that visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

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.