mechanical minded technician

HR Partners; Sydney; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Shift allowances

Career growth

Hands-on training

Safety-focused culture

Job summary

HR Partners in Sydney is seeking a hands-on Service Technician for a global rail and industrial engineering leader based at Rydalmere. The role offers competitive base pay, shift allowances where applicable, comprehensive on-the-job training, and clear pathways for technical progression within a safety-first workshop.

Duties include inspecting, disassembling, overhauling and reassembling mechanical, pneumatic and electrical rail equipment; diagnosing faults; running functional tests and

Qualifications

• Trade qualification in relevant field.
• Experience troubleshooting heavy mechanical/electrical equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings/schematics.
• Ability to pass pre-employment medical.
• Valid Australian Driver's License.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, disassemble, overhaul, and reassemble mechanical, pneumatic, and electrical rail equipment.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot faults in client gear.
• Perform functional testing, calibration, and commissioning with specialised test rigs and tools.
• Complete service logs, inspection reports, and QA paperwork for each job.
• Follow EHS policies and maintain 5S standards in the workshop.

Skills

Trade qualification

Troubleshooting

Mechanical fitting

Electrical testing

Reading schematics

Education

Trade qualification (Mechanical Fitter/Electrician/Electro-Mechanical/Diesel Mechanic)

Job description

Join a global leader in rail and industrial engineering based in Rydalmere. This hands-on Service Technician role offers competitive pay, comprehensive training on specialised systems and solid career progression within a supportive, safety-first team environment.

• First-Rate Pay: Competitive base salary plus shift allowances where applicable.
• Career Growth: Direct pathways for technical progression and skills development in a global business.
• Top-Tier Training: Complete hands-on training on specialised tools, components and proprietary equipment.
• Workplace Culture: Work in a collaborative, supportive and safety-focused workshop environment.

Duties:

• Inspect, disassemble, overhaul, and reassemble mechanical, pneumatic, and electrical rail equipment.
• Perform mechanical and electrical fault diagnosis and troubleshooting on client gear.
• Run functional testing, calibration, and commissioning using specialised test rigs and measuring tools.
• Complete accurate service logs, inspection reports, and quality assurance paperwork for every job.
• Follow strict EHS policies, safe work procedures and maintain workshop 5S standards.

Skills & Experience:

• Relevant Trade Qualification (Mechanical Fitter, Electrician, Electro-Mechanical, or Diesel Mechanic).
• Proven experience troubleshooting, repairing or assembling heavy mechanical, pneumatic or electrical equipment.
• Ability to accurately read and interpret technical drawings, schematics and service manuals.
• A proactive, safety-first mindset with strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment medical and hold a valid Australian Driver's License.

Eligibility & Clearances:

Applicants must hold Australian Work Rights and be eligible to pass standard background checks.