Mechanical Technician
- Mechanical technician role within space communications
- Maintenance and installation of critical antenna and mechanical systems
- Full-time position with a nine-day fortnight schedule
Mechanical technician required to work within space communications, full time position.
Your new companyYoull be working with a leading organisation supporting advanced space communications and research infrastructure, operating highly specialised antenna systems in a large, secure environment. The team is seeking a Mechanical Technician to carry out maintenance and installation works across critical antenna and mechanical systems.
Your new roleIn this role, you'll work within the Antenna mechanical systems team to maintain and support key systems across the site. Your responsibilities will include:
- Carrying out maintenance, repairs and modifications to mechanical and structural systems
- Servicing hydraulic systems, pumps, bearings and associated components
- Performing fault-finding, diagnostics and reactive maintenance
- Supporting machining, fabrication and installation activities
- Interpreting technical drawings and schematics
- Assisting with broader site infrastructure maintenance
What you'll need to succeedTrade qualification in a mechanical field (Fitter & Machinist, Diesel Mechanic, Boilermaker or similar)Hands-on experience maintaining, servicing and repairing industrial machinery and equipmentStrong problem-solving skills with the ability to diagnose and rectify mechanical faultsConfidence reading and interpreting technical drawings and specificationsA proactive, safety-focused approach with the ability to work both independently and as part of a teamGood level of physical fitness and willingness to work at heights when requiredAbility to pass a National Police CheckCurrent Working at Heights, Confined Space, EWP or Forklift licences highly regardedWelding, fabrication and metalwork experience advantageousExperience operating mobile plant or heavy equipment highly regardedWhat you'll get in returnCompetitive hourly rate based on experienceFull-time hours on a nine-day fortnight (every second Monday off)12-month contract with immediate startStructured, safety-focused technical environmentOpportunity to work on advanced systems within space communicationsWhat you need to do nowIf you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.
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