Job Description

Step into a hands-on role where your mechanical expertise keeps critical equipment running smoothly and safely. This contract opportunity offers varied, practical work in a fast-paced environment, supporting operations that rely on your precision, troubleshooting skills, and commitment to quality.

About the Role:

As a Mechanical Technician, you will be responsible for maintaining, repairing, and optimising mechanical and pneumatic equipment to minimise downtime and extend asset life. You will work from technical drawings and maintenance plans to carry out both planned and reactive tasks, ensuring equipment performance meets operational and safety standards. Your work will directly support production reliability and help prevent costly breakdowns.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform mechanical troubleshooting on equipment to identify root causes of faults and implement effective repairs.
• Carry out scheduled preventive maintenance on mechanical and pneumatic systems according to established maintenance plans.
• Read and interpret technical drawings, schematics, and manuals to guide installation, repair, and adjustment activities.
• Use hand and power tools to disassemble, repair, replace, and reassemble mechanical components and assemblies.
• Inspect equipment and components for wear, damage, or misalignment and take corrective action to restore proper operation.
• Install, adjust, and calibrate pneumatic components, valves, and actuators to ensure correct function and performance.
• Document maintenance activities, parts used, and findings accurately in maintenance records or CMMS systems.
• Work collaboratively with supervisors and other technicians to prioritise tasks and support safe, efficient operations.

Key Requirements:

• Proven experience as a Mechanical Technician or similar role in an industrial, manufacturing, or maintenance environment.
• Strong hands-on skills in mechanical troubleshooting and repair of machinery and equipment.
• Demonstrated experience performing preventive maintenance on mechanical and pneumatic systems.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, schematics, and equipment manuals.
• Proficiency in safe and effective use of a wide range of hand and power tools.
• Solid understanding of mechanical and pneumatic principles, components, and system operation.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple tasks, and respond effectively to urgent maintenance needs.
• Strong attention to detail with a focus on safety, quality, and reliability.

Desirable Skills:

• Experience working with a structured maintenance management system (e.g., CMMS).
• Background in maintaining equipment within manufacturing, processing, or similar industrial environments.
• Familiarity with basic electrical or instrumentation tasks related to mechanical systems.
• Experience contributing to continuous improvement or reliability initiatives.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Vocational/technical certification in Mechanical Technology, Industrial Maintenance, or a related field preferred.
• Recognised apprenticeship or equivalent on-the-job training in mechanical maintenance advantageous.
• Relevant safety training or certifications (e.g., OSHA, lockout/tagout) preferred.

If you are a skilled Mechanical Technician who enjoys hands-on work and solving mechanical problems, apply now to be considered for this contract opportunity.