Night Shift Mechanical Technician – Plastics Recycling

Sustainable Plastic Solutions; Hamilton; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime opportunities

Training on processing equipment (ERMA

Coperion equipment training

Job summary

Sustainable Plastic Solutions in Hamilton, VIC, is seeking a hands-on Maintenance Technician to keep recycling and processing equipment running safely and efficiently. You’ll perform preventative maintenance, troubleshoot breakdowns, and support the production team across afternoon/night shifts.

This role requires mechanical trade experience, strong fault-finding skills, and the ability to work independently with a strong safety focus.

Qualifications

• Experience in a mechanical trade or maintenance role.
• Strong general mechanical knowledge and fault-finding skills.
• Experience with pumps, motors, bearings, conveyors and processing equipment.

Responsibilities

• Carrying out preventative and scheduled maintenance across the facility.
• Troubleshooting mechanical breakdowns and production issues.
• Diagnosing problems with pumps, motors, conveyors and processing equipment.
• General mechanical repairs and maintenance.
• Fabrication and welding work.
• Assisting operators with equipment and process-related issues.
• Maintaining accurate maintenance records.
• Assisting with continuous improvement and reliability initiatives.
• Working closely with the afternoon/night shift to ensure a smooth handover.
• Maintaining a clean, safe and organised maintenance area.

Skills

Mechanical trade

Maintenance experience

Troubleshooting

Fabrication and welding

Electrical qualification

Safety awareness

Independent worker

Education

Trade qualification

Tools

Pumps

Motors

Bearings

Conveyors

Job description

Sustainable Plastic Solutions in Hamilton, VIC, is seeking a hands-on Maintenance Technician to keep recycling and processing equipment running safely and efficiently. You’ll perform preventative maintenance, troubleshoot breakdowns, and support the production team across afternoon/night shifts.

This role requires mechanical trade experience, strong fault-finding skills, and the ability to work independently with a strong safety focus.