Hydraulics Specialist Technician – Naval/Offshore

Soldier On; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent pay

Remote/offshore trips available

Job summary

Sofraco is seeking a skilled hydraulic technician for a hands-on, long-term role based at Garden Island Naval Base with additional work across the Sydney region. You will conduct diagnostics and fault finding on fixed electrohydraulic systems, working with mechanical, electrical and control system trades.

Expect occasional remote/offshore trips and generous remuneration on top of your hourly rate. With over 35 years in Defence and Marine engineering, Sofraco offers a stable, growth-oriented

Qualifications

• Certificate IV in Fluid Power or similar is required.
• Minimum 10 years of experience.
• Onsite hydraulics experience is highly desirable.
• Workshop strip, assessment, overhaul and testing of pumps/motors/valves/cylinders and power units is desirable.
• Strong understanding of system schematics is desirable.
• Willingness to obtain various safety tickets and police clearance.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and maintain shipboard machinery including hydraulic & pneumatic equipment, winches and pumps.
• Perform breakdown and workshop overhauls as required.
• Assist with fault identification, troubleshooting and condition reporting of electrohydraulic systems.
• Pressure testing of valves and hydraulic components.
• Load testing of winches and lifting equipment.
• Follow safety policies including JSEA, permits to work and isolations.
• Provide clear job notes and photographs of work completed.

Skills

Diagnostics

Troubleshooting

Independence

Teamwork

Education

Certificate IV in Fluid Power

Job description

Sofraco is seeking a skilled hydraulic technician for a hands-on, long-term role based at Garden Island Naval Base with additional work across the Sydney region. You will conduct diagnostics and fault finding on fixed electrohydraulic systems, working with mechanical, electrical and control system trades.

Expect occasional remote/offshore trips and generous remuneration on top of your hourly rate. With over 35 years in Defence and Marine engineering, Sofraco offers a stable, growth-oriented