Mechanically Minded Maintenance Technician

Mechanically Minded Maintenance Technician – Toowoomba

Permanent Full-Time | Competitive Salary Based on Experience | 24/7 Rotating Roster (Including One Night Shift Week & One Weekend Per Month)

About Us

Homestyle Bake is a proud family-owned business with over 30 years of experience in food manufacturing. From our large-scale bakery in Toowoomba, we supply fresh, high-quality baked goods to more than 2,000 customers daily. We’re committed to supporting our people, creating opportunities for growth, and maintaining a friendly, hands-on team environment.

The Opportunity

We are seeking mechanically minded, hands-on individuals to join our maintenance team.

You do not need to be a trade-qualified Maintenance Fitter — if you’re confident with tools, enjoy practical problem-solving, and have experience working with machinery, engines, or equipment, this could be the job for you.

This role is vital in keeping our production equipment operating efficiently and safely in a fast-paced environment. Full training and support will be provided for the right person.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out maintenance and repairs on bakery plant, machinery, and equipment.
• Assist with installing, setting up, and commissioning new equipment.
• Perform preventative and routine maintenance to minimise downtime.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical issues efficiently.
• Work safely and maintain food safety and Quality Assurance standards.

What We’re Looking For

• Mechanical aptitude — experience with tools, machinery, engines, or workshop environments (e.g., mechanics, farmhands, trades assistants, maintenance workers, boilermakers).
• Enjoys hands-on problem-solving and practical work.
• Able to work independently and manage tasks effectively.
• Welding or machining skills are a bonus but not essential.
• Food industry experience is welcome but not required.
• Reliable, safety-focused, and a strong team player.
• Willing to work a rotating 24-hour roster, including:

* One week of night shift per month

* One weekend per month

Why Join Us?

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• Supportive and friendly team environment
• Be part of a long-standing family-owned business that values safety, teamwork, and growth

Apply Today!

If you’re mechanically minded, enjoy hands-on work, and want to build a rewarding career in a growing family-owned bakery, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply today and join the Homestyle Bake team!