Manufacturing Technician

Ron Allum Deepsea Services Pty Ltd; Sydney; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Ron Allum Deepsea Services Pty Ltd in Sydney is seeking a Manufacturing Technician to join our small production and engineering team. This hands-on role covers assembly, testing and quality control of mechanical and electronic products, reporting to the Production Supervisor.

You will read technical drawings, follow specifications, document testing results and work closely with engineering on new designs while maintaining safe, tidy work areas and a collaborative, solution‑driven culture.

Qualifications

• Hands-on production role with emphasis on assembly and testing.
• Ability to read and interpret assembly drawings and specs.
• Experience with PCB assemblies and electronics testing.
• Familiar with IPC soldering standards and ESD/EOS protocols.
• Trade qualification in electronics preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assemble and test mechanical and electronic products.
• Follow assembly drawings and technical specifications.
• Perform functional testing and quality checks.
• Maintain production records of testing activities.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and engineering.
• Maintain clean, safe work environment.
• Kitting components for external assembly.

Skills

PCB assemblies

Electrical/mechatronics

Technical drawings

Soldering IPC

ESD/Safety

Test equipment

Teamwork

OH&S

Education

Electronics trade

Tools

Soldering tools

Electrical test equipment

Job description

Ron Allum Deepsea Services Pty Ltd - Taren Point NSW

Ron Allum Deep Sea Services (RADS) is a 100% Australian company that designs, builds and tests specialist underwater systems proven to operate in the deepest, most remote points on the planet. We are currently seeking a Manufacturing Technician to join our small production and engineering team.

RADS is committed to promoting and maintaining a workplace culture of shared respect that enables all of us to feel valued, do our best, and remain truly passionate about the place that we work. Staff wellbeing matters at RADS and where possible we encourage a flexible work culture.

About the Role

This is a hands-on production role which would suit someone with a wide skill set, previous electronic production experience or a trade qualification. It is a full-time role that reports to the Production Supervisor.

The role involves:

Assembly and testing of mechanical & electronic products

Read & follow assembly drawings and assemble in accordance with technical specifications

Performing functional testing of assembled products

Conducting quality control inspections against production checklists and instructions

Maintaining accurate records of production and testing activities

Collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless part and component integration

Supporting the general production assembly work and other required tasks as required

Working closely with engineering on new designs and processes

Maintaining a clean and safe work environment

Kitting mechanical/electronic components to be sent out for assembly externally.

Technical Skills

Proven experience in assembling, testing, repairing and configuring low voltage electronic / mechatronics systems including PCB assemblies.

Applied experience and able to follow detailed technical drawings, wiring diagrams, schematics and work instructions

Experience testing, configuring and programming PCB assemblies.

Proficiency in reading and interpreting technical drawings and schematics, including working with Engineering to provide design feedback

Strong experience with the safe use of electronic assembly tools and test equipment, including power supplies, multi-meters, 3D printers and other test equipment.

Proficiency in hand soldering and familiarity with IPC standards.

Experience with strict ESD/EOS (Electrostatic Discharge) and safety protocols.

Experience working with manufacturing systems

Electronic / mechatronic trade qualification highly desirable

A trade/Electronics Assembly background highly desirable

Solid experience with the use of hand tools in a manufacturing environment

Intermediate computer skills to operate test software and enter data / results

A strong aptitude for reading drawings and following work instructions

High attention to detail

Due to the nature of RADS Defence-related work, applicants must be Australian citizens and be eligible and willing to obtain and maintain a Defence NV1 security clearance. To learn more about clearances please visit – http://www.defence.gov.au/AGSVA/.

Tech savvy

Working knowledge of OH&S protocols

Experience in working with the requirements of ISO9001 or equivalent

Drivers licence class A

Personal Attributes

Good team and communication skills

Commitment to good record keeping

Commitment to maintaining a clean, orderly and safe work environment