Maintenance Technician-Mechanical

Vanderlande Industries B.V.; Sydney; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Vanderlande is seeking a Mechanical Maintenance Technician (Shift) for our on-site operation at Sydney International Airport. The role focuses on preventative and corrective maintenance of baggage handling and automated storage systems, with 12-hour shifts on a 24/7 roster.

You will diagnose issues, perform repairs, and ensure WHS compliance while supporting system performance. The ideal candidate has an Australian Certificate III in Engineering – Mechanical, 3–5 years post-trade experience, and

Qualifications

• Australian Trade qualification with Certificate III in Engineering – Mechanical (3–5 years post trade experience).
• Dual Trade Certificate (Electrical and Mechanical) is highly regarded.
• Intermediate Microsoft Office skills and good communication in English.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on mechanical systems and equipment.
• Diagnose, repair and troubleshoot mechanical components and systems.
• Ensure compliance with WHS standards during maintenance and operations.
• Provide technical support and fault diagnostics for the baggage handling system.

Skills

Fault finding

Data analytics

Preventative maintenance

Troubleshooting

Communication

Education

Certificate III in Engineering – Mechanical

Dual Trade Certificate (Electrical & Mechanical)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Title Maintenance Technician-Mechanical

Job Description Role Description As a Mechanical Maintenance Technician (Shift), your role within the team is to undertake preventative and corrective maintenance on a baggage handling system incorporating automated storage cranes and specialised transport systems. This is a full-time on-site role incorporating 12hr shifts on a 24/7 roster located at Sydney International Airport. The Mechanical Maintenance Technician will be responsible for the day-to-day maintenance and troubleshooting of all mechanical systems and equipment. Tasks may include but not limited to conducting mechanical maintenance inspections, diagnosing and repairing mechanical systems and components and ensuring compliance with WHS standards.

Key Focus Areas

• Preventative and corrective maintenance (mechanical).
• Fault finding on automated systems.
• Using data analytics to enhance system performance.
• Providing technical support to our customer.

Qualifications

• Australian Trade qualification with Certificate III in Engineering – Mechanical with at least 3 to 5 years post trade experience as a Service Technician
• Strong mechanical background working on industrial automated equipment.
• Intermediate Microsoft Office skills.
• Good written and verbal communication skills (English).
• Highly Regarded Dual Trade Certificate (electrical and mechanical).
• Experience in logistics, postal sorting and baggage handling systems highly regarded.
• Experience with maintaining mechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic systems
• Experience with automation (conveyors and sortation systems)
• Highly motivated with a keen interest to further your own ability and studies.

Diversity & inclusion

Vanderlande is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, or disability

Every day, millions of people rely on Vanderlande without even knowing it. From baggage checked in at the airport to parcels on their way to someone’s doorstep, our automation solutions help keep the world moving. Vanderlande designs, delivers, and supports automation technology, operational software, and lifecycle services for leading airports and parcel operations worldwide. Across more than 100 countries, our customers rely on us to keep their operations moving reliably, efficiently, and sustainably. Behind every solution are the people who make it happen. At Vanderlande, how we work matters just as much as what we deliver. Our values, Every Day Better, We Care, and Team Play, guide how we collaborate, support each other, and create value for our customers. Here, you can work with colleagues across disciplines and cultures, contribute to work that makes a difference, and build your future in an organisation that invites you to grow. Explore what is possible at Vanderlande and discover how you can make an impact. Aspire. Grow. Achieve. Together.