FIELD MAINTENANCE FITTER

MB TECHNICAL & ELECTRICAL SERVICES; Sydney; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

MB Technical Services & Electrical Services in Sydney CBD is seeking a Field Maintenance Fitter to join our service team. The role focuses on installing, commissioning, diagnosing, repairing and maintaining electronic control systems on customer machines at sites around Sydney.

The candidate will read drawings, work with CNC machines and pneumatic systems, and must be able to operate unsupervised and communicate faults clearly to operators. Italian language is a plus.

Qualifications

• At least an AQF Certificate III qualification, including a minimum of two years of relevant on-the-job training, or at least three years of relevant work experience
• Sound knowledge of PLCs, CNC controls, inverters, encoders, sensors and pneumatic circuits is essential
• Ability to read electrical schematics and pneumatic diagrams, including manufacturer documentation for Italian machines
• Ability to work unsupervised at customer sites and to explain faults and correct operating procedures clearly to operators
• Methodical approach to diagnosis and accurate record keeping of findings, parts replaced and test results
• Italian speaking is highly desirable but not essential, as the fitter will need to communicate directly with our overseas suppliers in Italy to discuss machinery faults, technical issues, spare parts and repair solutions.

Responsibilities

• Study manufacturer drawings, specifications and service instructions to determine materials, method and sequence of operations and machine settings for installation and commissioning of CNC machines
• Erect machines on site, unpack, position and level, and assemble so it is safe to connect and commission
• Decommission a machine for relocation and re-erect, level and commission at the new site
• Fit fabricated metal parts into the machine and assemble subassemblies to make the machine complete
• Check fabricated parts for accuracy and fit using precision measuring instruments
• Set guides, stops, fences and controls and set up cutting, trimming and shaping tools
• Cut, thread, bend and install pneumatic pipes and lines, test for leaks and ensure operation sequence
• Diagnose mechanical and pneumatic faults by inspection and test runs
• Carry out operator training on safe operation and routine checks

Skills

PLCs

CNC controls

Inverters

Encoders

Sensors

Pneumatic circuits

Customer liaison

Education

AQF Certificate III

Tools

Electrical schematics

Pneumatic diagrams

Job description

MB TECHNICAL & ELECTRICAL SERVICES – Sydney CBD NSW

The full-time position of Field Maintenance Fitter will join our service team based in Sydney. This role is primarily installing, commissioning, diagnosing, repairing and maintaining the electronic control systems on our customers' machines, working at customer sites.

Key responsibilities

Study manufacturer drawings, specifications and service instructions to determine the suitable materials, method and sequence of operations and the machine settings, for installation, repair and commissioning of CNC machines, edgebanders panel saws, beam saws and drilling centres

Erect machines and equipment on site, unpack the machine where required, position and level it, and assemble it so that it is safe to connect and commission

Decommission a machine for relocation and re-erect, level and commission it at the new site

Fit fabricated metal parts into the machine and assemble metal parts and subassemblies so that the machine is complete and operational

Check fabricated and assembled metal parts for accuracy, clearance and fit using precision measuring instruments, and correct alignment before the machine is handed to the customer

Set guides, stops, fences and other controls, and set up the prescribed cutting, trimming and shaping tools

Cut, thread, bend and install pneumatic pipes and lines, reconnect regulators, valves and cylinders, test for leaks, and confirm that the operating sequence is correct

Diagnose mechanical and pneumatic faults by inspection, test running and analysis of how the machine performs

Carry out operational maintenance, including scheduled inspection, adjustment, lubrication and replacement of worn items

Show the customer's operators how to run the machine safely and which routine checks keep clearances, pressures and settings correct

About you

At least an AQF Certificate III qualification, including a minimum of two years of relevant on-the-job training, or at least three years of relevant work experience

Sound knowledge of PLCs, CNC controls, inverters, encoders, sensors and pneumatic circuits is essential

Ability to read electrical schematics and pneumatic diagrams, including manufacturer documentation for Italian machines

Ability to work unsupervised at customer sites and to explain faults and correct operating procedures clearly to operators

Methodical approach to diagnosis and accurate record keeping of findings, parts replaced and test results

Italian speaking is highly desirable but not essential, as the fitter will need to communicate directly with our overseas suppliers in Italy to discuss machinery faults, technical issues, spare parts and repair solutions.

About us

MB Technical Services & Electrical Services specialise in the installation, commissioning, technical support, scheduled maintenance, training, repairs, factory relocations, and electrical installations for woodworking, aluminium and composite material machinery.