Mechanical Technician- Night shift

Evolve Scientific Recruitment PTY Ltd; City of Hobsons Bay; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Night shift 10:00pm–6:00am

Casual ongoing contract with full-time

Potential for permanent employment

Supportive team environment

Job summary

Evolve Scientific Recruitment PTY Ltd in Victoria is seeking an experienced Mechanical Technician for our client's night shift in a regulated plastic manufacturing environment. This role focuses on hands-on maintenance, fault finding, and keeping production machinery safe and efficient.

You will set up and dismantle equipment, perform preventive and corrective maintenance, maintain records, operate forklifts, and contribute to continuous improvement within a supportive, safety‑driven team.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in Engineering, Mechanical or related discipline.
• Exposure to preventative maintenance programs and manufacturing quality systems.
• Previous experience in machine setting, operation or maintenance in manufacturing.
• Hands-on experience with mechanical tools and equipment.
• Fault-finding and corrective maintenance experience.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
• Identify, analyse and resolve equipment issues efficiently.
• Proactive maintenance and continuous improvement mindset.
• Excellent communication, time management and problem-solving skills.
• Current Forklift Licence (highly regarded).

Responsibilities

• Monitor and ensure production machinery operates efficiently.
• Set up, dismantle, adjust and troubleshoot equipment.
• Perform corrective and preventative maintenance activities.
• Diagnose mechanical faults and implement solutions to minimise downtime.
• Use hand and power tools to complete tasks.
• Clean, service and reassemble production equipment.
• Support production schedules and operational needs.
• Maintain batch records and maintenance documentation.
• Adhere to SOPs and safety requirements.
• Operate forklifts as required.
• Contribute to continuous improvement across the production area

Skills

Machine setting

Fault-finding

Troubleshooting

Preventative maintenance

Continuous improvement

Forklift operation

Safety procedures

Team communication

Education

Tertiary qualification in Engineering (Mechanical)

Tools

Mechanical hand tools

Job description

About the Company / Role:

Our client is a leading plastic manufacturer committed to delivering high-quality products within a regulated production environment. Due to continued growth, they are seeking an experienced Mechanical Technician to join their night shift team.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys hands-on maintenance, troubleshooting equipment, and ensuring production machinery operates safely and efficiently.

What's on offer:

• Night Shift: 10:00pm - 6:00am (Monday night to Saturday morning)
• Casual ongoing contract with full-time hours and strong potential for permanent employment
• Stable and supportive team environment
• Opportunity to work in a highly regulated manufacturing facility

Key Responsibilities

Duties include, but are not limited to:

• Monitoring and ensuring all production machinery is operating efficiently
• Setting up, dismantling, adjusting, and troubleshooting production equipment
• Performing corrective maintenance and assisting with preventative maintenance activities
• Diagnosing mechanical faults and implementing effective solutions to minimise downtime
• Using a range of hand and power tools to complete maintenance and repair tasks
• Cleaning, servicing, and reassembling production equipment
• Supporting production schedules and operational requirements
• Maintaining accurate batch records and maintenance documentation
• Adhering to all company procedures, safety requirements, and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
• Operating forklifts as required
• Contributing to continuous improvement initiatives across the production area

Skills & Experience

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Relevant tertiary qualification in Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related discipline
• Exposure to preventative maintenance programs and manufacturing quality systems
• Previous experience in machine setting, machine operation, or maintenance within a manufacturing environment
• Strong hands-on experience using mechanical tools and equipment
• Demonstrated experience performing corrective maintenance and fault-finding activities
• Strong mechanical aptitude and technical troubleshooting skills
• Ability to identify, analyse, and resolve equipment issues efficiently
• A proactive approach to maintenance and continuous improvement
• Excellent communication, time management, and problem-solving skills
• A current Forklift Licence (highly regarded)