Service Technician - Sliding Gates

Omni Recruit; Greater Dandenong; On-site; AUD 74,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Tools provided

Ongoing training

Career development

Immediate start

Job summary

Omni Recruit is seeking a hands-on Service Technician to service automated and sliding gate systems in Dandenong South, VIC. The role offers a full-time on-site position with a competitive salary and company vehicle, supporting continued training and career development.

You will diagnose faults, repair motors and control boards, perform preventative maintenance, and install new automation components while building strong customer relationships. Immediate start available.

Qualifications

• Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving ability.
• Experience working on automated equipment such as gates, doors or shutters.
• Ability to read wiring diagrams and technical manuals.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose faults on automated and manual sliding gates.
• Repair motors, gearboxes, rollers, tracks, sensors and control boards.
• Conduct preventative maintenance and safety inspections.
• Troubleshoot low‑voltage electrical and access control systems.
• Install new automation components and gate systems.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Fault-finding

Troubleshooting

Electrical knowledge

Reading wiring diagrams

Hand tools

Power tools

Education

Trade qualification

Welding or fabrication experience

Tools

Welding equipment

Electrical testing tools

Power tools

Job description

Service Technician - Automated & Sliding Gates

Dandenong South VIC | Full-Time | $74,100 - $80,000 + Super | Immediate Start

Love Fixing Things? Get Paid to Open Doors.

We're on the hunt for a hands‑on, mechanically minded Service Technician who thrives on solving problems, working independently, and getting things back up and running.

If you've worked on automated doors, garage doors, roller shutters, industrial doors, access control systems, gate automation, or similar equipment, you'll fit right in.

Every day is different. One day you'll be troubleshooting a gate motor, the next you'll be onsite diagnosing a control system fault or upgrading automation equipment. If you enjoy technical challenges and hate being stuck behind a desk, keep reading.

What You'll Be Doing

You'll be the go‑to expert for keeping our customers' gate systems operating safely and reliably.

Your day‑to‑day will include:

• Diagnosing faults on automated and manual sliding gates
• Repairing motors, gearboxes, rollers, tracks, sensors, control boards and safety devices
• Conducting preventative maintenance and safety inspections
• Troubleshooting low‑voltage electrical and access control systems
• Installing new automation components and gate systems
• Carrying out mechanical repairs and adjustments
• Building great relationships with customers on‑site
• Completing service reports and maintaining a well‑organised work vehicle
• Working safely and professionally at all times

Who We're Looking For

You don't need to know everything about sliding gates. If you've got strong mechanical aptitude and experience working on automated equipment, we want to hear from you.

Experience in any of the following is highly regarded:

• Automated gates
• Garage doors
• Automatic doors
• Roller shutters
• Industrial doors
• Access control systems
• Mechanical maintenance
• Field service work
• Electromechanical equipment

You'll also bring:

• Strong fault‑finding and troubleshooting skills
• Mechanical and basic electrical knowledge
• Experience reading wiring diagrams and technical manuals
• Confidence using hand and power tools
• A proactive, customer‑focused attitudeCurrent Australian Driver's Licence
• White Card (advantageous)
• Trade qualification, welding or fabrication experience (a bonus, not essential)

Why Join Us?

Because you're more than just another technician.

We Offer:

• Company vehicle provided
• Tools and PPE supplied
• Ongoing training and career development
• Competitive salary: $74,100 - $80,000 + Super
• Long‑term career opportunities with a growing business
• Supportive team culture where your skills are valued
• Variety every day - no two jobs are the same
• Immediate start available

Ready to Take Control of Your Next Career Move?

If you're the type of person who enjoys diagnosing faults, solving technical problems, and seeing the results of your work at the end of the day, we'd love to hear from you.