Mechanical Technician

QinetiQ employs more than 6000 people in 51 locations around the world, offering our customers premier expertise in advice, services and creative technology-based products.

QinetiQ Australia, part of the global QinetiQ group, provides technological and scientific expertise to help customers protect and advance their vital interests. As an innovative science and technology company, we help solve some of our customers' most challenging problems. Our determination to deliver and improve today and anticipate and shape tomorrow, makes QinetiQ a very exciting, rewarding and respected place to work and learn.

QinetiQ is developing at an incredible pace year on year and we’re not slowing down

This is an exciting phase in our history and we are looking for an experienced Mechanical Technician, based in Melbourne that will see you working within our Engineering Services division.

You’ll share our values of Performance, Collaboration and Integrity, and our purpose to protect the safety and security of our nation. Joining our talented team, you will be part of a diverse and inclusive environment with an enviable culture which inspires our people to deliver their best work.

As the Mechanical Technician, your key responsibilities will include, but not limited to;
Assembly of fabricated/ manufactured parts into products and assembles sub-assemblies to produce machines and equipment

Perform machining (manual and CNC machines), fabrication and welding as required for standard and non-standard production

Integration of trial assemblies to platforms

Performing mechanical diagnostics and fault finding during assembly

Conduct calibration, maintenance, repair and overhaul of QinetiQ products and assemblies

Can provide advice and guidance to professional engineers and designers, positively influencing designs and projects

Support QA of material and sub-assemblies (inwards and outwards)

Performing function and end of line checks and tests

Provide input into new product development and installation guides

Provide input into operating and maintenance documentation

To be successful in the role of Mechanical Technician, you will need demonstrated experience, knowledge & skills in the following areas:
Trades qualification as Fitter & Turner/ Toolmaker or Cert-IV in engineering or equivalent

Forklift operator licence

Proven experience in safe maintenance and operation of industrial machinery including lathes, mills and brake press

Attention to detail, with complex problem solving and analytical skills, with a positive can-do attitude

Ability to work in a changing environment both forward on customer test/range environments and within a workshop environment

Leads proactive management of safety, quality, security and project performance

Computer and IT literate proficient in Microsoft Office products

A strong customer focus and be driven to achieve agreed targets

Operating of waterjet machine (Desirable)

Experience interpreting and working with CAD models and design tools (Desirable).

Previous Defence experience (Desirable).

Can provide technical direction and training to other technical staff in routine work. (Desirable)

Is able to check work of others (peer review) including formal certification of quality checks (Desirable)

Life at QinetiQ

Are you ready to be part of a game-changing team leading the development of tomorrow’s technology? When you join QinetiQ, you’ll work alongside some of the industry’s most brilliant minds. We offer generous benefits to support you throughout each stage of your career, including industry-leading flexibility and generous performance rewards. At QinetiQ, our competitive remuneration and benefits package supports your evolving needs throughout your career. You’ll share in the company’s success, and be rewarded for your own. We’ll invest in your professional development and provide an inclusive environment for you to succeed. Some of our benefits include:
Individual Professional development allowance

Flexible work

Leave purchase

Loyalty leave

Individual and company performance bonuses

Complimentary salary continuance insurance

Annual volunteering leave with Operation Give Back

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