Simulator Technician

Thales; Port Stephens; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Profit share

Superannuation

Fitness passport

Parental leave

Veterans leave

Novated lease

Training & development

Wellbeing support

Employee discounts

Job summary

Thales Group in Australia is seeking a Simulator Technician to join a technical workshop team. You will operate and maintain simulators and related equipment under guidance from Senior Technicians, ensuring work aligns with manufacturers' guidelines.

The role emphasizes building strong customer relationships, proactive problem solving, and accurate documentation. An active NV1 defence clearance is required, with 1–3 years in a similar role.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years experience as a Simulator Technician or related field.
• Experience in a technical workshop or maintenance environment.
• Ability to build and maintain strong customer relationships.
• Sound interpersonal skills and a good team player.
• Active NV1 defence security clearance is required.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain the supported equipment as directed by Senior Technicians or Maintenance Manager.
• Ensure equipment is maintained per manufacturers’ guidelines.
• Carry out corrective maintenance and repairs as required.
• Maintain tools, test equipment and calibration records.
• Maintain records and documentation; ensure work aligns with standards and processes.
• Assist Senior Technicians as required.

Skills

Team player

Self-starter

Customer relationships

Interpersonal skills

NV1 clearance

Job description

At Thales, we know technology has the ability to make our world more secure, sustainable, and inclusive – driving this technology are our people.

It takes talented people to build and power the systems and solutions that communities depend on every day. So, we stay curious and make space for diverse points of view.

From manufacturing and engineering to cybersecurity and space, we’re driving progress in some of the world’s most important industries – and working together to build a future we can all trust.

Our Benefits

• Competitive remuneration + Super + Profit Share
• Fitness Passport Discount – Access to a network of Gyms across AUS as cheap as $14.95 P/W
• Employee discounts with a number of affiliates (Travel, Car hire and Tech)
• Modernised Paid Parental Leave
• Veterans Leave
• Novated Lease options
• Personal & professional training development opportunities
• Sonder – Wellbeing & Support Partner

Your role

As our Simulator Technician, you will be responsible for working as member of a team of technicians under the direction of a Senior Simulator Technician to operate and maintain the supported equipment. This role will be responsible for:

• Operating and maintaining the supported equipment as directed by the Senior Simulator Technicians or Maintenance Manager
• Ensuring the supported equipment is maintained in accordance with the manufacturers’ guidelines
• Carrying out corrective maintenance and actions as required
• Maintaining tools and test equipment, and ensuring that equipment is in calibration
• Maintaining records and documentation
• Ensuring work is completed in accordance with relevant standards and processes
• Acting and undertaking duties as a Self Certifying Maintainer (SCM) when authorised
• Utilising spares and carrying out repairs to ensure that the supported equipment meets contracted availability requirements
• Maintaining a sound working relationship with the customer and other relevant stakeholders
• Proactively identifying issues and solutions, keeping the Maintenance Manager informed of progress
• Assisting the Senior Simulator Technicians as required

Your experience

• Ideally have 1-3 years of experience as a Simulator Technician or related fields
• Experience in a technical workshop or maintenance environment
• Ability to build and maintain strong customer relationships
• Sound interpersonal skills – must be a good team player
• Demonstrated self-starter
• Experience with simulation projects preferably in a Defence context
• This role requires an active NV1 defence security clearance

After you have applied, you will receive an email acknowledging your application. We’ll then provide a personalised experience for suitable applicants as we progress the selection and assessment process. Prior to being offered employment, you will need to complete pre-employment police and depending on the role type, medical checks as well.

It’s easy to dismiss the perfect opportunity if you don’t see yourself as the perfect fit. If this role feels right –no matter your background or personal circumstances –please introduce yourself or join our community. We’re committed to supporting a diverse workplace, and that starts here.

We’re proud to be endorsed by WORK180 as an Employer for All Women, but we know there’s always more we can do. We’ll continue to foster industry partnerships, employee resource groups (ERGs) and development opportunities to make Thales a genuinely equitable employer, for everyone.

Read more about our WORK180 endorsement.