Name
Maintenance Technician
Site / Location
Australia Post
Ref #
12382436
Opening Date
30-Apr-2026
Suburb
Strathfield
State
New South Wales
Work Type
Permanent Full Time
Description & Requirements
* Must have a Full NSW Electrical License or have applied!
* Sunday to Thursday 9pm-5:10am plus RDO per fortnight
* $88k base annual salary plus 30% shift penalties - plus OT on top! OTE $140k
* 5 weeks annual leave plus 17.5% annual leave loading
* 'Post Perks' - Exclusive discounts and cashback offers on hundreds of popular brands (e.g. Woolworths, Coles, JB Hi-Fi, Booking.com)
* Accelerate your career with clear succession planning and structured development plans
* Must be able to work 4 weeks on Day Shift for training before moving to Night shift
Help us deliver like never before
The world is changing fast, and so are we. In this role, you'll be right where the action is, working hands on with advanced machinery and cutting‐edge technology that keeps our operations running smoothly. You'll help keep our automated systems performing at their best, so that we can deliver efficiently and reliably across the country. Bring your electrical and mechanical know‐how to a team powering the next generation of automated processing!
About the opportunity
As our Maintenance Technician you'll be directly reporting into the Technical Manager & Leads. You'll be responsible for conducting maintenance activities associated with the Mail Processing Equipment, such as corrective, predictive and preventative maintenance, as well as improving reliability. You may also be required to use SAP, to process stock orders and ensure all plant and material maintenance transactions are accurately recorded.
About the facility
Build your technical career at SWLF (Sydney West Letters Facility) in Strathfield, a high‐volume, automated processing environment where your troubleshooting skills make an immediate impact. As a Maintenance Technician, you'll work hands‐on with conveyor and sorter systems, sensors and controls, plus inspection/imaging technology (including camera and measurement devices) that keep throughput moving. Expect real fault‐finding across electrical systems, safety circuits (e‐stops/24V monitoring) and automated interfaces, with varied breakdown and preventative maintenance work that keeps every shift interesting. This is a great fit for technicians who enjoy electrical diagnostics, automation support, and fast‐paced industrial maintenance in a critical operations site.
The type of machinery you can expect to be working on at this facility is automation systems and conveyors controlled by PLC (Programmable Logic Controller) & VFD (Variable Frequency Drive). Including network communications and digital address recognition computer systems, and other modern technology.
You'll be
* Keeping our processing machines running at peak performance through preventative, corrective, and predictive maintenance
* Diagnosing and repairing complex faults to ensure smooth operations
* Understanding maintenance management systems, maintaining accurate records in SAP for efficient planning
* Prioritising safety and compliance in everything you do
* Provided ongoing coaching and development from experienced technical leaders
About you
* Qualifications: Cert III Electrotechnology Trade & Full NSW Electrical License
* Experience in the diagnosis, repair and monitoring of mail processing equipment and systems is highly regarded
* Exposure to PLC & VFD is also advantageous, but not essential
* Proven ability to work independently without supervision
* Experience working in a team environment, liaising effectively with operations & other stakeholders to achieve high levels of machine performance
* Understanding of communication systems and information technology
* You're flexible with working additional hours if required
How we'll deliver for you
* Comprehensive Training: We offer a robust training program that includes on‐the‐job training, classroom sessions, and one‐on‐one mentoring. Our 70-20-10 training model ensures you gain practical experience while learning from experts.
* We offer a clear pay structure based on your qualifications, with a guaranteed annual pay increase.
* Work‐Life Balance: Work on a rotating roster, getting to enjoy a 9‐day fortnight with rostered days off. You'll also get to enjoy 4 weeks of paid annual leave per year, with 17.5% annual leave loading!
* Diverse Work Environment: Every day is different! From preventative maintenance to breakdown support, you'll work on a variety of tasks, ensuring our operations run smoothly.
* Team Collaboration & Culture: Work independently and as part of a team. Be part of a culture where everybody feels they belong, are valued and can bring their authentic self to work every day.
* Post Perks: Exclusive discounts and cashback offers on hundreds of popular brands (e.g. Woolworths, Coles, JB Hi‐Fi, Booking.com)
We're delivering together
At Australia Post, we acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we operate, live and gather as employees.
We believe our business should reflect the diverse communities we operate in and are proud to be an inclusive workplace for people from all walks of life. We encourage applications from people of all ages, genders and backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, LGBTQIA+ and refugees.
We are one of the largest organisations in Australia to successfully achieve Disability Confident Recruiter status. We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier‐free recruitment process and workplace for those living with a disability and are committed to reviewing and removing bias in our processes to create a gender‐equitable recruitment experience and workplace. If you have any questions about accessibility, please contact our Diversity & Inclusion team on .
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