Maintenance Engineer

We have a fantastic opportunity for a skilled and hands-on Maintenance Engineer to join our
Operations team
at
D&D Technologies
, based at our Frenchs Forest facility in Sydney.

At D&D Technologies, we're known for our commitment to innovation, precision, and quality. As a global leader in the design and manufacture of premium gate latches, locks, and hinges, our Australian-made products are used and trusted around the world. Since our beginnings in the late 1980s—with the launch of the revolutionary MagnaLatch—we've continually raised the bar in safety gate hardware.

In 2022, we joined the ASSA ABLOY Group, further expanding our global reach and innovation capacity. We continue to grow our product lines, facilities, and workforce—and right now, we're looking for a capable Maintenance Engineer to help us keep things running efficiently, safely, and reliably.

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys a mix of mechanical and electrical work, thrives in a team setting, and takes pride in solving problems before they escalate.

Major Responsibilities
As a Maintenance Engineer, you'll be responsible for maintaining and repairing a wide range of production and facility equipment to ensure smooth and safe operations. Key duties include:

• Performing mechanical and limited electrical maintenance and repair activities.
• Responding to breakdowns and carrying out timely fault diagnosis and repairs.
• Leading and supporting plant upgrades for efficiency, safety, and reliability.
• Developing and executing preventative maintenance programs.
• Working on installation, modification, and renovation of plant, equipment, and facilities.
• Monitoring maintenance costs, schedules, and contribute to ongoing improvements.
• Managing and maintaining tools, spare parts, and repair logs.
• Responding to urgent repairs and being available for on-call support when needed.
• Collaborating with engineers, suppliers, and contractors as required.
• Ensuring compliance with OH&S, regulatory, and ISO 9001:2015 requirements.
• Attending to hazard rectifications and maintenance logs in a timely and professional manner.

About You – Key Skills & Experience
We're seeking someone who brings practical know-how, a proactive attitude, and a strong sense of team collaboration. You'll be the kind of person who takes ownership of their work and enjoys problem-solving in a busy production environment.

Qualifications & Licences

• Mechanical/ Mechatronics Engineering Degree
• Restricted Electrical Licence.
• Current Australian Driver's Licence and Forklift Licence.

Experience

• At least 5 years' experience in a similar maintenance role within a manufacturing or industrial setting with strong background working with:
• Pneumatics and hydraulics
• Plastic injection moulding machines and associated equipment
• Mobile and fixed plant equipment
• General welding, soldering, and machining capabilities
• Basic electrical and electronics work relevant to industrial environments

Technical Skills

• Ability to use Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel.
• Solid understanding of maintenance practices and production priorities.
• Knowledge of safety and sanitation standards, and equipment regulatory requirements.

Personal Attributes

• Self-motivated with a strong work ethic.
• Clear and effective communicator with great interpersonal skills.
• A team player who supports colleagues and takes pride in their role.
• Detail-oriented, organised, and capable of prioritising tasks under pressure.
• Open to learning and driven to contribute to continuous improvement.
• Reliable, flexible, and always up for a challenge—with a sense of humour

We are the ASSA ABLOY Group
Our people have made us the global leader in access solutions. In return, we open doors for them wherever they go. With nearly 63,000 colleagues in more than 70 different countries, we help billions of people experience a more open world. Our innovations make all sorts of spaces – physical and virtual – safer, more secure, and easier to access.

As an employer, we value results – not titles, or backgrounds. We empower our people to build their career around their aspirations and our ambitions – supporting them with regular feedback, training, and development opportunities. Our colleagues think broadly about where they can make the most impact, and we encourage them to grow their role locally, regionally, or even internationally.

As we welcome new people on board, it's important to us to have diverse, inclusive teams, and we value different perspectives and experiences.