Mechanical Engineer Technician

Global Skilled Employment Services; South Australia; On-site; AUD 71,000 - 87,000; Full time

Job summary

Global Skilled Employment Services is seeking a skilled and experienced Mechanical Engineer Technician to support farm-site operations across South Australia. The role involves hands-on fabrication, assembly, erection, testing, and maintenance of equipment in line with company standards.

You will work independently and as part of a team, with potential to lead small groups and train new members. Weekend work and occasional unplanned hours may be required.

Qualifications

• Associates degree in mechanical engineering technology (MIT) is required.
• Minimum of two years' experience as a mechanical technician in a related industry.
• Extensive knowledge of mechanical engineering designs, installations, maintenance, and repairs.

Responsibilities

• Fabricate, assemble, erect, test, maintain and/or repair equipment and components to industry standards.
• Lead a small team or train new team members when required.
• Work on-site across farm locations, with some weekend or unplanned hours as needed.

Education

Associates degree in mechanical engineering technology (MIT)

Two years experience as a mechanical technician

Job description

Mechanical Engineer Technician

Location: Multiple farm sites in South Australia (NAPPERBY5540, WARD BELT 5118, TWO WELLS 5501,McLAREN FLAT 5171, KINGSFORD, LEWISTON 5501)

Tenure: Full-time, Permanent

Comprehensive salary package from $79,423 pa (plus superannuation)

Required Skills and Experience:

• Associates degree in mechanical engineering technology (MIT), or similar.
• A minimum of two years' experience as a mechanical technician in a related industry.
• Extensive knowledge of mechanical engineering designs, installations, maintenance, and repairs.

Position Summary:

On behalf of our client, Global Skilled Employment Services is looking for a skilled and experienced Mechanical Engineer Technician who has strong communication and time management skills, self motivated and must have the ability to work independently and as a member of a team.

This role will see you completing hands on activities to fabricate, assemble, erect, test, maintain and / or repair equipment and components in line with industry best practice, company standards, policies, and procedures.

The position may also require skills in leading a small team or groups and ability to train new members of the team.

This is a full-time position which may involve weekend work and some unplanned hours of work where the need arises.

Other required skills:

• Good written and verbal communication skills;
• Advance knowledge in animal husbandry, animal welfare and legislation, dairy production, and OH&S;
• Knowledge in computer programs/software is an advantage