Service Technician – Mechanical
Join our team as an experienced Service Technician (Mechanical) at our state‐of‐the‐art meat processing and distribution facility in Melbourne's west. This position is part of a highly motivated service team, working in a cold storage environment (0 °C) with a 12‐hour rotating roster (4 days on, 4 days off).
Responsibilities:
* Perform preventative and reactive maintenance on a range of automated systems, including destackers, AS/RS cranes, Kawasaki pick‐and‐place robots, posisorters, diverters, barcode scanners, vision systems, conveyors, vertical lifts, MDRs, gear drives and servo systems.
* Diagnose and repair mechanical faults, with basic PLC fault‐finding and interface knowledge preferred.
* Accurately complete work orders and maintenance logs using the CMMS.
* Maintain strict safety and hygiene standards in line with food industry regulations.
* Collaborate with on‐site operations teams to minimise downtime and ensure smooth workflow.
* Act as the primary technical contact on‐site, delivering professional service in a customer‐facing role.
* Support system upgrades, improvements and commissioning activities.
Qualifications:
* Trade qualification or Diploma, with relevant experience as a Service Technician.
* Strong mechanical aptitude and problem‐solving skills.
* Proven experience with automated systems and electromechanical maintenance.
* Strong mechanical aptitude, including pneumatics, hydraulics, and drive systems.
* Basic electrical troubleshooting and PLC interface skills (preferred).
* Comfortable working in cold environments (0 °C) with PPE provided.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
* Strong commitment to safety, reliability and continuous improvement.
* Willingness to work 12‐hour rotating shifts on a 4‐on / 4‐off roster.
Benefits and Working Conditions:
* Prime location in Truganina with onsite parking available.
* Full‐time opportunity in a growing automation and logistics sector.
* Structured training and ongoing development.
* Exposure to cutting‐edge automation and robotics.
* Supportive team culture with a strong focus on safety and innovation.
* All uniforms, boots, and tools provided.
* Competitive remuneration package.
Vanderlande is an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status or disability status. ID checks will be performed to verify work entitlements in Australia.
Job Reference: J‐18808‐Ljbffr
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