Mechanical Maintenance Technician

Responsibilities

We are representing a confidential defense technology organization seeking a Mechanical Maintenance Technician to join their team in Sydney. In this role, you will:

• Perform routine inspection, repair, refurbishment, overhaul and upgrade of autonomous underwater vessel mechanical systems and equipment
• Diagnose mechanical issues, conducting component and subsystem-level tests, collaborating with engineers and other trades to resolve complex issues
• Operate the Maintenance Management System (MMS), ensuring accurate records of maintenance activities, parts and consumables consumption
• Conduct underway sea testing of vessels leaving factory or maintenance environments
• Support development, review and trial of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and documentation for maintenance activities operations
• Assist with the preparation of risk assessments for maintenance and test operations, identifying and implementing mitigations
• Provide constructive feedback to design and manufacturing teams for ongoing evolution
• Be able to be deployed to the field to perform emergency repairs when necessary, potentially in challenging conditions or adverse weather
• Support customer representatives in gaining skills and experience to support fielded systems

What We're Looking For

• 4+ years experience in maintenance of mechanical systems or structures
• Strong mechanical aptitude and hand-tool skills
• Vocational training in mechanical trades or associate degree ideal
• Trade background in Maritime, Automotive, Aviation or equivalent high-tech industry
• Proficiency in interpreting technical documentation (mechanical drawings, work instructions, equipment schematics etc.)
• Experience performing component, subsystem and system level test and diagnosing/escalating issues discovered during these processes
• Exposure to operation of Maintenance Management Systems
• Maritime/forklift/crane qualifications desirable, not essential
• Extremely organized and detail-oriented
• Excellent verbal communication skills
• A sincere commitment to a positive, inclusive, and collaborative culture
• Ability to obtain and maintain a NV2 Security Clearance

How We Work With You

Our talent team at Get A Job.ai manages the entire recruitment process for this confidential client. When you apply through our platform at getajob.ai, one of our specialist recruiters will screen your application and coordinate next steps. We will then submit qualified candidates directly to our client for consideration. Please do not attempt to contact the client directly, as all applications must be processed through Get A Job.ai to be considered.

Pay

Compensation details will be discussed with qualified candidates during the screening process.

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