Service Technician

Service Technician


Company
Signode Australia & New Zealand
Location
Brisbane, Queensland, Australia
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
3 days ago
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Job Description
Position Summary:This role will provide service to all customers in the area of maintenance and breakdown repairs to machines, hand tools and the development of the machines and consumable market.Key Roles & Responsibilities:Comply with all customer safety requirements, including on site safety inductions and the use of PPE where required.Adhere to all company standards and policies.Service and repair equipment and hand tools at client premises including equipment supplied by competitors.Support equipment installations and provide training to customer’s operations and maintenance personnel.Visit/service agreement customers as per their service agreement and other customers as required.Perform diagnostic checks and troubleshoot problems and faults with equipment and hand tools.Prepare ad-hoc and monthly service reports as required.Administer documents associated with assigned service jobs.Assist sales staff with preventative maintenance agreements and to market service agreements.Develop the machine and consumable products market with the end consumer.Minor account management and occasional technical demonstration with existing and new business.Look for opportunities for future development of the business relationship.Maintain and manage stock inventory as per company guidelines.Ensure the company vehicle is maintained in a clean and presentable standard at all times.Other duties as directed by Management.Occupational Health & Safety Responsibilities:To work with care and consideration for health and safety of oneself and the health and safety of others.To follow safe working practices and procedures adopted by the Company.To report to Manager/Supervisor immediately, any workplace hazards or any incidents/injuries or near misses.To work with the Occupational Health and Safety Committee to improve the health and safety in the workplace.To use protective equipment issued and to maintain it in good working order.Qualification & Certification (if applicable)A Current driver’s license is mandatory.Qualification in the mechanical field is mandatory.Should possess right to work in AustraliaSkills and Experience Experience in PLC’s, pneumatics, hydraulics is desirable.An electrical qualification (disconnect/reconnect) is desirable.Maintenance background, mechanical aptitude and excellent problem-solving skills.Communication SkillsPossess exceptional written and verbal communication skills.

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Q What is the minimum hourly rate for welders under the Manufacturing Award in Australia from 1 July 2026?
As per the Fair Work Ombudsman, the national minimum wage rate applicable to welders under the Manufacturing and Associated Industries and Occupations Award is AU$25.75 per hour from 1 July 2026 for level C10 classification. This rate applies to full-time employees with ordinary hours of 38 per week and includes a 25% loading for casual welders. Overtime rates start at 150% for the first three hours after 38 weekly hours.
Q What visa is required for overseas welders to work in Australia in 2026?
As per the Department of Home Affairs, overseas welders must hold a Temporary Skill Shortage visa (subclass 482) or Skilled Employer Sponsored Regional visa (subclass 494) if the occupation remains on the Priority Migration Skilled Occupation List. Applicants require a skills assessment from TRA showing at least three years relevant experience plus a Certificate III qualification. Visa grants for 2026 require employer sponsorship and payment of the Skilling Australians Fund levy of AU$1,200 for small businesses.
Q What qualifications and experience are needed to qualify as a welder in Australia?
As per the Fair Work Ombudsman, welders must hold a Certificate III in Engineering - Fabrication Trade (MEM30319) or equivalent plus a minimum of three years post-qualification experience for award classification at C10 level. Additional welding procedure qualifications under AS/NZS 1796 are required for pressure vessel work. No formal licensing exists nationally but state-based high-risk work licences apply for certain welding tasks.
Q How many ordinary hours and annual leave days apply to full-time welder positions in Australia?
As per the Fair Work Ombudsman, full-time welders work 38 ordinary hours per week averaged over a four-week period under the Manufacturing Award. Employees receive four weeks of paid annual leave per year plus 10 public holidays and up to 10 days personal leave. Additional entitlements include long service leave after seven years of continuous service.
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