Mechanical Minded Technician

Select Aust Sydney; Sydney; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

Shift allowances where applicable

Career growth

Hands-on training on specialised tools

Job summary

Select Aust Sydney is seeking a hands-on Service Technician in the Sydney area to inspect, disassemble, overhaul, and reassemble rail equipment. You will diagnose mechanical and electrical faults, perform functional testing, calibration, and commissioning using specialised rigs, and document service logs and QA paperwork.

The role emphasizes strict adherence to EHS policies, working in a safety-focused workshop, and opportunities for career progression in a global rail and industrial engineering

Qualifications

• Trade qualification required.
• Experience troubleshooting, repairing or assembling heavy mechanical, pneumatic or electrical equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, schematics and service manuals.

Responsibilities

• 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

Mechanical knowledge

Electrical troubleshooting

Technical drawing reading

Safety-conscious

Valid Driver's License

Education

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

Job description

Job Type: Temporary position | Full time position

Job Description

About the Opportunity

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.

Benefits

• 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.

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

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