Apprentice Maintenance Fitter

Job No: TCG262
Location: Deer Park

About Us
The Comfort Group is Australia’s largest bedding & speciality foams manufacturer making premium foam and bedding products for a number of well-known brands including Sleepyhead, SleepMaker, Beautyrest, Dunlop Foam and Tattersfield just to name a few.

We are Australasia’s largest mattress and foam manufacturer, employing over 1,000 people across Australia and New Zealand.

The opportunity

As an Apprentice Maintenance Fitter, you will have the opportunity to learn and develop valuable skills in mechanical maintenance, equipment repair, and troubleshooting. As well as:

  • Assist maintenance technicians in performing preventive maintenance tasks on machinery and equipment
  • Learn to troubleshoot and diagnose mechanical issues to identify root causes and implement corrective actions
  • Participate in equipment repairs and installations under the supervision of experienced technicians.
  • Assist in maintaining accurate records of maintenance activities, including work orders and equipment logs
  • Learn to use hand and power tools, precision measuring instruments, and other equipment safely and effectively
  • Follow all safety protocols and procedures to ensure a safe working environment for yourself and your colleagues
  • Attend training sessions and educational courses to expand your knowledge and skills in maintenance and engineering
  • Collaborate with team members to support production goals and minimise downtime.

About You

The successful candidate will have a strong mechanical aptitude with proven track record providing engineering support for manufacturing or industrial equipment and machinery. As well as:

  • Strong mechanical aptitude and a willingness to learn.
  • Ability to work well in a team environment and follow instructions.
  • Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
  • Basic computer skills.
  • Prior experience in maintenance or mechanical work is a plus but not required.

On Offer

Joining The Comfort Group means becoming part of a passionate team that is dedicated to improving sleep quality and enhancing the lives of our customers. As well as:

  • Paid on-the-job training and educational opportunities.
  • Opportunity for career advancement and growth within the company.
  • Staff discounts on all products
  • A supportive and collaborative work environment.

If you have a passion for problem-solving, a strong mechanical aptitude, and a desire to learn and grow in a dynamic manufacturing environment, we want to hear from you! Don’t delay, click on the 'apply' button to submit your resume!

We look forward to receiving your application. 

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ABOUT US

The Comfort Group is a large family-owned business. Beginning in the 1930’s producing mattresses in a shed in Auckland, we’re now Australasia’s largest bedding and specialty foam manufacturer. We have a world-class portfolio of brands we manufacture including Sleepyhead, Serta, SleepMaker, Beautyrest, Dunlopillo, Wonderest, Tattersfield, Design Mobel and Dunlop Foams, at over 7 sites across Australasia. With family values, we’re a company that cares immensely about our people - all 1000+ of them. They’re part of the family and our most valuable resource! If you are interested in joining our family and helping Kiwis and Aussies get a great nights sleep, please click apply now!