Maintenance Technician

In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:

• Perform routine preventative maintenance and respond to breakdowns across fixed plant and equipment.
• Diagnose and resolve mechanical, hydraulic, and system faults using appropriate tools and technical expertise.
• Complete maintenance activities in line with planned schedules, safety requirements, and site procedures.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records, including time recording and equipment history.
• Coordinate and oversee contractors onsite, ensuring adherence to safety and operational requirements.
• Support the installation, commissioning, and development of maintenance schedules for new plant and equipment.
• Identify critical spare parts, maintain inventory records, and liaise with suppliers as required.
• Carry out calibration of measuring equipment and maintain quality and compliance records.
• Contribute to a clean, organised workplace and apply continuous improvement practices such as 5S.

• Actively promote safe work practices, participate in risk assessments, and support equipment safety audits.

   

 

Who You Are:

You take on new challenges with energy and a strong sense of urgency, even when priorities shift. You build effective working relationships by collaborating openly and communicating clearly with people from different backgrounds and disciplines. When faced with setbacks, you remain resilient and adaptable, adjusting your approach to meet changing demands. You earn trust through integrity, accountability, and a consistent commitment to doing what is right.

For This Role, You Will Need:

• A recognised mechanical trade qualification (or equivalent).
• Experience maintaining fixed plant and production equipment in an industrial or manufacturing environment.
• Strong troubleshooting skills across mechanical and hydraulic systems.
• A solid understanding of workplace health, safety, and environmental requirements.
• Confidence using a broad range of tools, including power tools and welding equipment.
• The ability to plan, prioritise, and document maintenance activities effectively.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively across teams.

 

Preferred Qualifications That Set You Apart:

• Experience using maintenance management or asset management software.
• A restricted electrical licence.
• Forklift licence.
• First aid certification.
• Experience supporting contractor management onsite.

 

Our Culture and Commitment To You:

At Emerson, we are committed to creating a workplace where people feel safe, respected, and supported to do their best work. We value diverse experiences and perspectives and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. You will be part of a team that prioritises safety, collaboration, continuous improvement, and integrity. We invest in our people through learning opportunities, clear expectations, and a culture that recognises contribution and care for one another.