Mechanical Technician

Hysata Pty Ltd; Port Kembla; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

Stock options

Flexible working conditions

Wellness allowance

EAP through Sonder

Novated leasing

Employee discount program

Awesome work environment

Job summary

Hysata is seeking a practical Mechanical Technician to join the Project Execution Team at our Port Kembla manufacturing facility in Australia. The role supports installation, commissioning, maintenance and troubleshooting of mechanical equipment for R&D, manufacturing and commercial hydrogen electrolyser systems.

The ideal candidate has hands-on experience in an industrial plant environment, a can-do attitude and the ability to manage small teams of contractors while also getting on the tools

Qualifications

• Trade certification or diploma in Mechanical Engineering. (Essential)
• Proven experience installing and maintaining mechanical equipment, especially pumps, valves and piping.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, schematics and manuals.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain and repair mechanical equipment including pumps and valves.
• Diagnose mechanical issues and recommend corrective actions.
• Perform routine inspections and preventive maintenance for reliability and safety.
• Assist with contractor management and commissioning/start-up of new systems.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and regulations.
• Document maintenance activities and performance; collaborate with operations and engineering.

Skills

Pumps

Valves

Piping

Read drawings

Teamwork

Education

Trade certification / Diploma in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

ASME codes

Job description

Hysata is on a mission to accelerate the shift from fossil fuels to green hydrogen with the world’s most efficient electrolyser. Our breakthrough capillary-fed electrolyser achieves an unprecedented 95% system efficiency (41.5 kWh/kg) – a step change from incumbent technologies, which typically sit at ~75% and already ahead of International Renewable Energy Agency’s 2050 target. This leap in performance enables a radically simpler system design, slashing both energy use (opex) and system and renewables capex.

Hysata’s innovation has captured global attention, including publication in Nature Communications and support from leading strategic and financial investors such as BP, POSCO and Vestas. With over 100 team members, we’re a high-performing, purpose-driven company, proud to be 35% women, representing 20+ nationalities, and united by a shared mission to enable the decarbonisation of hard-to-abate sectors such as steel, chemical manufacturing, shipping and aviation.

Having secured Australia’s largest ever cleantech Series B raise of US$111 million, Hysata is scaling rapidly to bring our technology to market. With strong customer demand and a clear path to manufacturing at scale, we are on track to become a global leader in green hydrogen and put a major dent in global emissions.

About the role

We are seeking a practical Mechanical Technician to join our Project Execution Team, supporting the installation, commissioning, maintenance, and troubleshooting of mechanical equipment within our R&D and manufacturing facility as well as Hysata’s commercial Hydrogen Electrolyser systems.

The ideal candidate will have hands‑on experience in an industrial plant environment or manufacturing facility, have a practical can‑do attitude and solid understanding of operational and maintenance practices. Being a key member of a new multi‑skilled team, you’ll be willing to do what is needed to achieve company goals.

The role is based in Australia at our on‑site at manufacturing facility in Port Kembla but will have some requirement for overseas travel to support the installation, commissioning, servicing and maintenance of our commercial units.

This role is ideal for someone who can manage small teams of mechanical contractors, but who is also willing and able to get on the tools when needed.

Role responsibilities

• Install, maintain, and repair mechanical equipment such as pumps, valves, associated piping systems and industrial manufacturing units;
• Diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical issues, recommending corrective actions;
• Perform routine inspections and preventive maintenance to ensure equipment reliability and safety;
• Assist with contractor management;
• Assist in commissioning and start‑up of new systems;
• Ensure compliance with safety standards, company policies, and industry regulations;
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities and equipment performance; and
• Collaborate with operations and engineering teams to optimize equipment performance.

What you’ll bring

• Proven experience in mechanical equipment installation and maintenance, particularly pumps, valves, and pressure piping;
• Trade certification or diploma in Mechanical Engineering or related field;
• Familiarity with industrial plant operations and maintenance practices;
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, schematics, and manuals;
• Strong problem‑solving skills and attention to detail;
• Knowledge of safety procedures and regulatory compliance;
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills;
• Experience in working in hazardous areas highly regarded;
• Experience with heavy lifting, rigging and work around cranes;
• Understanding and experience with ASME pressure vessel and piping codes and standards;
• Experience with rotating equipment and pressure systems in industrial environments;
• Stainless Steel welding experience highly regarded; and
• Basic understanding of hydraulic and pneumatic systems.

Personal attributes

• Practical and solutions‑focused with a strong willingness to get involved on‑site;
• Adaptable and comfortable working across multiple disciplines when required;
• Organised, methodical, and able to manage competing priorities;
• Collaborative team player with a proactive attitude; and
• Comfortable working in a developing operational environment where processes are still being established

What we offer

Perks Include (but are not limited to):

• Competitive base salary and stock options;
• Salary sacrifice into superannuation;
• Flexible working conditions;
• Recognition of service;
• Wellness allowance;
• EAP through Sonder;
• Novated leasing;
• Employee discount program through Flare; and
• Awesome work environment and a pretty cool team!

If you don’t tick every box in this ad, please don’t rule yourself out just yet. We’ve seen the research that people from underrepresented backgrounds tend to only apply when the checklist is all ticks. We take pride in inclusion and hiring incredible human beings with great potential over ticking boxes – so if this role resonates with you,