Mechanical Engineering Technician

**Key Responsibilities**:
**1. Hydraulic & Pneumatic Systems**
- Conduct **installation, maintenance, fault finding, and repairs** on **hydraulic and pneumatic systems**.
- Remove, inspect, and replace **hydraulic pumps, motors, actuators, control valves, and pressure regulators**.
- Diagnose and repair **hydraulic cylinders and pneumatic components** to ensure optimal functionality.
- Fabricate and install **hydraulic piping, fittings, and couplings**.
- Ensure **hydraulic and pneumatic systems** operate within specified pressure and flow parameters.

**2. Mechanical Fitting & Maintenance**
- Perform **preventative and corrective maintenance** on industrial machinery.
- Diagnose and repair **gearboxes, pumps, valves, motors, mechanical grabs, and cylinders**.
- Conduct **major and minor maintenance on boilers, ash conveyors, and material-handling systems**.
- Perform **precision alignment** of rotating machinery using **laser alignment tools**.
- Remove, install, and overhaul **power transmission components**, including bearings, shafts, and couplings.
- Conduct **site shut maintenance** and turnaround operations.

**3. Electrical & Instrumentation Support**
- Perform **basic electrical fault finding and minor repairs** on industrial equipment.
- Assist with **instrumentation maintenance, including sensor calibration and control system checks**.
- Inspect, test, and troubleshoot **electrical panels, relays, starters, alternators, and batteries**.
- Support **rewiring of machinery and maintenance of electrical panels**.
- Assist in diagnosing and repairing **electronic control units and automation systems**.

**4. Welding, Fabrication & Machining**
- Perform **MIG, TIG, and arc welding** for repairs and modifications.
- Use **plasma cutting, turning, and milling machines** for precision manufacturing.
- Conduct **boilermaking tasks**, including metal fabrication and assembly.

**5. Machinery Operation & Safety Compliance**
- Operate and maintain **overhead cranes, forklifts, cherry pickers, and scissor lifts**.
- Conduct **risk assessments and complete job cards** for all maintenance tasks.
- Adhere to strict **health and safety regulations** to ensure a safe working environment.
- Provide **daily reports** and continuous improvement proposals to supervisors.

**Skills & Competencies**:
**Expertise in Hydraulics & Pneumatics** - Strong knowledge of **hydraulic and pneumatic system maintenance, troubleshooting, and installation**.

**Mechanical Fitting & Maintenance** - Proven experience in **gearbox, pump, motor, and valve maintenance**.

**Electrical & Instrumentation Knowledge** - Ability to assist with **basic electrical and instrumentation fault finding**.

**Fabrication & Welding** - Skilled in **MIG, TIG, and arc welding**, as well as **metal cutting and shaping**.

**Precision & Problem-Solving** - Ability to conduct **fault diagnosis, troubleshooting, and preventive maintenance**.

**Safety & Compliance Awareness** - Strong understanding of **risk assessments and workplace safety protocols**.

**Technical Reporting** - Capable of **documenting repairs, completing job cards, and working within SAP maintenance systems**.

**Flexibility & Commitment** - Willing to work **overtime, standby shifts, and respond to emergency breakdowns**.

**Qualifications & Experience**:

- **Trade Certificate**:Qualified Mechanical Fitter or Millwright qualifications**:

- **Minimum 5+ years** of experience in mechanical fitting, **hydraulics, pneumatics, and instrumentation**.
- Experience in **industrial maintenance, manufacturing, or power plant operations**.
- **Valid Driver’s License**required - no restrictions.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $76,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year

Application Question(s):

- How many years' experience do you have as a Mechanical Engineering Technician?
- Do you have professional welding experience?
- Do you have fabrication experience?
- Have you worked in a role which requires a sound understanding of OH&S/WHS?
- How many years' experience do you have as a Mechanical Maintenance Fitter?

Work Authorisation:

- Australia (preferred)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Dandenong VIC 3175