Mechanical Engineering Technician - Packaging Equipment VIC

J.L.Lennard; Saint Kilda Junction; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime opportunities

Product training & technical dev.

Company vehicle or car allowance

Smartphone, laptop & company card

Job summary

J.L. Lennard Pty Ltd in Melbourne is seeking a Mechanical Engineering Technician to support packaging equipment service. The role focuses on installation, commissioning and maintenance of packaging and process machinery across customer sites.

You will work with engineers and technologists to ensure safe, efficient operation, prepare diagrams, perform tests, and contribute to continuous improvement while travelling to sites.

Qualifications

• Diploma or higher in mechanical engineering or related field, or 3+ years of equivalent experience.
• Experience installing, commissioning, testing and maintaining industrial machinery.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and technical manuals.
• Experience with mechanical assemblies and hydraulic/pneumatic systems.
• Willingness to travel to customer sites and hold a valid driver's license.
• Electrical licence is required for electrical work as applicable.

Responsibilities

• Prepare installation plans and diagrams for packaging machinery.
• Assist with design, adaptation and integration of mechanical equipment on production lines.
• Select tools, components and instruments for installation and testing.
• Assemble and install mechanical assemblies, machine controls and hydraulic/pneumatic systems.
• Estimate material quantities and costs for installations and repairs.
• Coordinate tests, commissioning and validation of equipment.
• Collect data, perform calculations and document test results.
• Organise inspections and preventive maintenance with customer personnel.
• Diagnose faults and perform repairs.
• Ensure designs, installations and completed work meet specs and safety requirements.
• Maintain accurate records and communicate findings clearly.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Interpret engineering drawings

Fault-finding

Communication skills

Travel readiness

Education

Diploma/Advanced Diploma/Associate Degree in mechanical engineering or related discipline

3+ years relevant experience

Tools

CAD software

Job description

Mechanical Engineering Technician - Packaging Equipment VIC

Mechanical Engineering Technician – Packaging Equipment

Location: VIC
Employment: Permanent, full-time, 38 hours per week
Base salary: $90,000 to $95,000 plus superannuation
Employer: J.L.Lennard Pty Ltd

About Us

Founded in 1879, J.L. Lennard supplies packaging and process equipment to the food, beverage and pharmaceutical industries across Australia and New Zealand. We support a diverse customer base through equipment supply, installation, commissioning and ongoing technical services.

About the Role

We are seeking a Mechanical Engineering Technician to join our Packaging Equipment Service Team in Melbourne.

The role involves providing technical support to Engineers and Engineering Technologists in the installation, modification, testing, commissioning and maintenance of packaging and process machinery.

Equipment includes inspection systems, flow wrappers, bag makers, filling machines, cartoners, case packers and associated process equipment.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare technical drawings, installation plans, layouts and diagrams for packaging machinery and mechanical modifications under the direction of Mechanical Engineers and Engineering Technologists.
• Assist engineers and technologists with the design, adaptation and integration of mechanical equipment into customers’ production lines.
• Select appropriate tools, components, measuring instruments and equipment for installation, testing, maintenance and repair work.
• Assemble and install new and modified mechanical assemblies, components, machine controls and associated hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
• Estimate material quantities, component costs, tooling needs and machine requirements for installations, modifications and repairs.
• Perform and coordinate workshop and customer-site tests of mechanical systems, including commissioning, performance and equipment validation tests.
• Collect and analyse equipment performance data, carry out technical calculations and prepare diagrams and reports documenting test results, faults and recommended improvements.
• Organise and oversee machinery inspections and preventative maintenance, coordinating with customer personnel and other technicians where required.
• Diagnose mechanical faults and equipment breakdowns, identify underlying causes and carry out repairs and adjustments.
• Check that equipment designs, installations, modifications and completed work meet technical specifications, applicable regulations, safety requirements and contractual provisions.
• Maintain accurate installation, testing, service and maintenance records and communicate findings clearly to engineers, colleagues and customers.

Qualifications and Experience

• A relevant Diploma, Advanced Diploma or Associate Degree in mechanical engineering or a related discipline, or at least three years of relevant experience demonstrating equivalent technical skills.
• Practical experience installing, commissioning, testing, maintaining or repairing industrial machinery or capital equipment.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and the ability to interpret engineering drawings, equipment specifications and technical manuals.
• Experience with mechanical assemblies, machine controls, and hydraulic or pneumatic systems.
• The ability to analyse technical data, undertake calculations and prepare clear technical reports.
• Strong fault-finding, organisational and communication skills.
• The ability to work independently and collaboratively with engineers, technicians and customers.
• A valid driver’s licence and willingness to travel to customer sites, including occasional overnight regional travel.
• Experience with packaging equipment in the food, beverage or pharmaceutical industries, PLC-controlled machinery and computer-aided drafting software will be highly regarded.
• Any electrical installation or repair work must be performed by personnel holding the appropriate electrical licence for the jurisdiction.

What We Offer

• A base salary of $90,000 to $95,000 per annum, plus superannuation.
• Overtime opportunities, paid separately where applicable.
• Comprehensive product training and opportunities for further technical development.
• Opportunities for interstate or overseas supplier training and installation projects.
• A company vehicle or car allowance with fuel card.
• A smartphone, laptop and company credit card for approved work expenses.