Packaging Equipment Technician – Mechanical Service Specialist

J.L.Lennard; Saint Kilda Junction; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime opportunities

Product training & technical dev.

Company vehicle or car allowance

Smartphone, laptop & company card

Job summary

J.L. Lennard Pty Ltd in Melbourne is seeking a Mechanical Engineering Technician to support packaging equipment service. The role focuses on installation, commissioning and maintenance of packaging and process machinery across customer sites.

You will work with engineers and technologists to ensure safe, efficient operation, prepare diagrams, perform tests, and contribute to continuous improvement while travelling to sites.

Qualifications

• Diploma or higher in mechanical engineering or related field, or 3+ years of equivalent experience.
• Experience installing, commissioning, testing and maintaining industrial machinery.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and technical manuals.
• Experience with mechanical assemblies and hydraulic/pneumatic systems.
• Willingness to travel to customer sites and hold a valid driver's license.
• Electrical licence is required for electrical work as applicable.

Responsibilities

• Prepare installation plans and diagrams for packaging machinery.
• Assist with design, adaptation and integration of mechanical equipment on production lines.
• Select tools, components and instruments for installation and testing.
• Assemble and install mechanical assemblies, machine controls and hydraulic/pneumatic systems.
• Estimate material quantities and costs for installations and repairs.
• Coordinate tests, commissioning and validation of equipment.
• Collect data, perform calculations and document test results.
• Organise inspections and preventive maintenance with customer personnel.
• Diagnose faults and perform repairs.
• Ensure designs, installations and completed work meet specs and safety requirements.
• Maintain accurate records and communicate findings clearly.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Interpret engineering drawings

Fault-finding

Communication skills

Travel readiness

Education

Diploma/Advanced Diploma/Associate Degree in mechanical engineering or related discipline

3+ years relevant experience

Tools

CAD software

Job description

J.L. Lennard Pty Ltd in Melbourne is seeking a Mechanical Engineering Technician to support packaging equipment service. The role focuses on installation, commissioning and maintenance of packaging and process machinery across customer sites.

You will work with engineers and technologists to ensure safe, efficient operation, prepare diagrams, perform tests, and contribute to continuous improvement while travelling to sites.