Field Service Technician – Packaging Machinery

MULTIVAC Group; Sydney; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

MULTIVAC Australia Pty Ltd is seeking a Field Service Technician to service, install, commission and maintain MULTIVAC packaging machines across Australia, including training operators and production staff. The role requires a current Electrician’s Licence or a trade qualification with a Restricted Electrical License, plus PLC knowledge and strong electronics skills.

You will travel to customer sites, work weekends when required, report to the State Service Manager and liaise with customers to

Qualifications

• Current Electrician’s Licence or trade qualification with a Restricted Electrical Licence.
• Experience in food packaging or processing equipment is an advantage.
• Electronics knowledge and PLC drive experience are mandatory.
• Advanced knowledge of motor, servomotor and drive technology is a plus.
• Able to read electrical and pneumatic drawings to component level.
• Willing to work weekends and travel on short notice with flexible hours.
• Current Drivers Licence and strong work ethic with excellent communication.

Responsibilities

• Perform planned services on MULTIVAC equipment at customer sites.
• Travel to customer sites to diagnose and fix breakdowns.
• Investigate and correct underperforming machines to meet targets.
• Perform machine services and rebuilds in the workshop as required.
• Provide technical phone support when onsite attendance isn’t possible.
• Liaise with management on service matters across Australia.
• Attend machine-specific training courses as directed.
• Comply with safety guidelines and manage risks on site and in offices.

Skills

Electrician license

Trade qualified Fitter / Mechanic

PLC knowledge

Electronics skills

Servo motor & drive tech

Drawings interpretation

Willingness to travel

Driver's license

Strong communication

Job description

MULTIVAC Australia Pty Ltd is seeking a Field Service Technician to service, install, commission and maintain MULTIVAC packaging machines across Australia, including training operators and production staff. The role requires a current Electrician’s Licence or a trade qualification with a Restricted Electrical License, plus PLC knowledge and strong electronics skills.

You will travel to customer sites, work weekends when required, report to the State Service Manager and liaise with customers to