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Maintenance Technician/Manufacturing Maintenance Technician

Engineering
Ballarat, Victoria
AUD 100000 - 120000 / Annually
Full-time
Benefits: +Superannation
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Help Keep One of Regional Victoria's Fastest Growing Food Manufacturers Running

For 30 years, Ferndale Foods Australia has quietly grown into one of Australia's leading food manufacturers.

Today they manufacture millions of products every year across three modern manufacturing facilities in Ballarat, supplying Australia's biggest retailers and brands while continuing to invest heavily in new equipment, automation and people.

If you're looking for another maintenance job, this probably isn't it.

If you're the type of person who enjoys solving problems, improving equipment and helping production teams succeed, we'd love to hear from you.

About the Role

This is a hands on maintenance position working across their three manufacturing facilities in Delacombe.

No two days are the same.

You'll work alongside their production teams to keep equipment operating safely and efficiently while identifying opportunities to improve reliability and reduce downtime.

Their philosophy is simple, "we complete as much maintenance in-house as possible, while specialist electrical, engineering and fabrication work is completed by trusted local contractors".

Your responsibilities will include:

  • Planned preventative maintenance (PMs)
  • Machine changeovers and production support
  • Mechanical repairs and troubleshooting
  • Vacuum pumps, compressors, conveyors, and pneumatic systems
  • Replacing bearings, belts, chains, motors, and sensors
  • Fault finding on production equipment
  • Supporting continuous improvement initiatives
  • Assisting with equipment installations and upgrades
  • Working closely with operators to minimise downtime

We're looking for someone who:

  • Enjoys solving problems
  • Thinks logically when equipment stops
  • Has strong mechanical aptitude
  • Can confidently diagnose faults rather than simply replacing parts
  • Has experience in manufacturing, production or industrial maintenance
  • Has basic electrical fault-finding knowledge
  • Works safely and takes pride in quality workmanship

A trade qualification is advantageous, but we are equally interested in practical manufacturing maintenance experience and the right attitude.

Experience in food manufacturing is not essential.

Why Join Ferndale?

  • Family owned Australian business celebrating 30 years
  • Modern manufacturing facilities with ongoing investment
  • Stable, long-term employment
  • Variety across three manufacturing sites
  • Supportive team environment
  • Opportunity to genuinely influence plant reliability
  • Competitive salary based on experience
  • Overtime available
  • Work with recognised Australian food brands

Before you apply...

Take five minutes to watch their 30 year company video on their website. https://fdale.com.au/pages/history

It tells their story far better than words ever could and will give you a genuine insight into who they are, what they're built and where they're heading.

If you're looking to become part of a growing Australian manufacturing business where your contribution genuinely matters, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now to Justin Thompson at Workforce Extensions Ballarat with your resume or contact us for a confidential discussion.

Reference: 200449941_1782371044
Office location: Ballarat
Posted on: 21-07-2026
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