ARA Manufacture (ARA GridLocks Locksmiths) (part of the ARA Group) is Australia's leading technical service partner, specialising in safety services, solutions, and products for your facility or infrastructure. Our seven divisions collaborate to provide fully integrated, end-to-end solutions, from electrical and security services to fire protection, building services, energy management, maintenance, and cleaning.
With over 50 locations across Australia and New Zealand, the ARA Group supports infrastructure and facilities with essential services. We employ approximately 3,000 people across four operating divisions: Fire & Security, Electrical, Property Services, and Products. We are seeking a Locksmith to join our friendly and supportive team.
**Job Details: Full-time, 38 hours per week**
**Location: Office 11 Aurora Ave, Queanbeyan East NSW 2620**
**Salary: $90,000 - $110,000 per annum plus superannuation**
Key Responsibilities:
- Assemble and disassemble locks, subassemblies, and precision mechanisms to support installation, diagnostics, or maintenance.
- Use technical expertise to cut and program transponder keys and configure vehicle remotes.
- Service locks on SCEC-approved safes, vaults, and containers in Australian Government facilities.
- Diagnose and fix various types of locking mechanisms in commercial indoor and outdoor environments.
- Set up and maintain electronic locking systems, including card readers, biometric scanners, intercoms, and CCTV systems.
- Implement mechanical and electronic security solutions for residential, commercial, and institutional clients.
- Customize and secure master key systems by verifying authority and preventing unauthorized duplication.
- Reconfigure locks to work with a single key while maintaining high security standards.
- Use jigs, weights, and tools to align and test timepieces or electronic lock components.
- Repair, sharpen, and adjust hand and power tool blades, including circular and band saws.
- Generate quotes and consult with clients on security system upgrades and locking solutions.
- Assess and resolve lockouts efficiently while maintaining customer satisfaction and system integrity.
Essential Criteria
- Excellent communication skills and ability to liaise with clients and co-workers;
- Ability to work efficiently in a high-paced environment;
- Ability to think outside the box;
- Ability to work efficiently in a team environment;
- Passion to adhere to the ethos of our company;
Qualifications of a Locksmith
- Minimum 1 year of work experience in the field
Work Authorisation:
- Australia (preferred)
Work Location: In person
Pay: $90,000.00 - $110,000.00 per year
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Queanbeyan East NSW 2620: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (required)
**Education**:
- Certificate I - IV (required)
Work Authorisation:
- Australia (preferred)
Work Location: In person