Service Technician- Electrical

Alimak Group; Sydney; On-site; AUD 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

RDO-based schedule

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Immediate start

Job summary

Alimak Group is a leading global provider of vertical access solutions, with a focus on safety and productivity. The successful candidate will join the Façade Access Division as an Electrical fitter to inspect, maintain and repair BMUs on high-rise towers in Australia, following Australian standards and manufacturer instructions.

We value hands-on expertise, safety, and teamwork. The role offers a full-time permanent contract, with a competitive salary commensurate with skills and experience and

Qualifications

• A grade electrical license is required.
• Minimum 2 years’ experience as a licensed electrician or a mechanical fitter with a restricted electrical licence (connect/disconnect).
• White Card is preferred.
• Safety at heights training (RIIWHS204D) preferred.
• Dogman and/or Riggers tickets preferred.
• Rights to work in Australia.

Responsibilities

• Undertake routine and annual inspections of BMU and fall-arrest systems.
• Perform maintenance tasks (greasing, oil changes, wire rope changes) per manufacturers' instructions.
• Diagnose electrical/mechanical faults on BMUs.
• Undertake major BMU inspections and refurbishment site activities.
• Assist with installation and commissioning of BMUs and related equipment.
• Operate BMUs and provide operator familiarisation training.

Skills

Communication skills

Safety compliance

Teamwork

Unsupervised work

Driver's licence

Education

A grade electrical license

Restricted electrical licence (connect/disconnect)

White Card (Construction Induction)

Tools

Dogman ticket

Riggers ticket

Job description

Alimak Group is a global provider of sustainable vertical access and working at height solutions in the commercial, industrial and construction sectors. With a presence in more than 120 countries, the Group develops, manufactures, sells and services vertical access and working at heights solutions with focus on adding customer value through enhanced safety, higher productivity and improved cost efficiency.

The Group has a large installed base of elevators, service lifts, temporary and permanent hoists and platforms and building maintenance units around the world. The solutions portfolio also comprises of height safety protective equipment, load measurement & control, lifting & handling, and a global after-sales business model, with recurring revenue from spare parts and services such as inspection, certification, maintenance, refurbishments, replacements and training.

Founded in Sweden 1948, the Group has its headquarters in Stockholm, 26 production and assembly facilities in 15 countries and approximately 3,000 employees around the world.

At Alimak Group, we understand that our employees are the key to our success. Our aim is to be an attractive Employer of choice, and we strive to attract, develop, and retain qualified and motivated people in a professional and attractive working environment. Working at Alimak Group means you will be part of a team of professionals who work together to bring about innovation and best practices in vertical access solutions.

We have a requirement for an experienced Electrical fitter to work within our Façade Access Division team. The role will undertake inspection, maintenance and repair work on customer-owned equipment on high-rise towers, including general maintenance, major overhauls and replacement activities in accordance with Australian Standards and manufacturer’s instructions.

Profile:

Act appropriately on commercial office and residential sites

Undertake works in accordance with Alimak Group safety, quality, and environmental systems

Ensure quality works are always carried out

Ensure customers’ no-smoking policies and other site-specific requirements are always complied with

Assess the work site and organize the start of works efficiently

Establish and maintain good team working relationships with Service technicians, supervisors, and managers

Identify, assess, and report all hazards related to sites and equipment

Maintain clean and tidy work environment

Provide proactive communication regarding arrival on site, status of equipment and potential hazards

Key Tasks & Responsibilities:

Undertake routine and annual inspections of BMU and fall-arrest systems

Perform maintenance tasks (e.g. re-greasing, oil changes, wire rope changes) in accordance with equipment manufacturers' instructions

Diagnose electrical/mechanical faults on inoperable and malfunctioning BMUs

Undertake major inspections of BMUs

Lead BMU refurbishment site activities

Assist with the installation of BMUs, fall-arrest and other vertical access equipment

Undertake and approve BMU commissioning (and recommissioning)

Operate BMUs and provide operator familiarisation training (inductions)

Attributes:

Pragmatic approach to the application of safety protocols

Thoroughness and attention to detail

The ability to work unsupervised

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Prior experience on commercial / industrial sites or with cranes / lifts / EWPs or other access equipment.

Driver's licence

Rights to work in Australia

Our ideal candidate will have:

"A grade" electrical license

At least 2 years' experience as a licensed electrician or a mechanical fitter with a restricted electrical licence (connect/disconnect licence)

Work safety at heights training (RIIWHS204D) preferred

Construction Industry Induction Card (White Card) preferred

Dogman and/or Riggers Tickets preferred

What we offer in this role:

Full Time Permanent Role

Competitive salary commensurate to skills and experience

Benefits include RDO-based schedule, leave loading

Immediate start

A company that values and lives in a safety-first culture and does not cut corners.

The stability and job security of working for an OEM within a growing global company.

Alimak Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we support a diverse workforce. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.

Please note that the successful candidate may be required to undergo a national police check.

Join us as we help take your Career to 'New Heights'!