Maintenance Technician

Maintenance Technician


Company
New World Consulting
Location
Greater Sydney Area
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
13 days ago
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Job Description
Why This Is An Exciting OpportunityFor all skilled Maintenance Technicians and Engineers in West Sydney with Industrial Electro-Mechanical equipment exposure, this opportunity should grab your attention. Our client is an “Employer of Choice’, with a focused energy towards rewarding talent, experience, skill and willingness to learn. Why You Will Love Working HereThis position is a springboard for the rest of your career within the company. That means;Gaining hands-on experience with new, cutting-edge automated material handling technology and systemsLearning new skills within a collaborative, team-driven, safety-focused, multi-cultural environmentProfessional development planning which is designed around you, your motivations and passions such as maintenance, engineering, leadership, etc, leading to an enjoyable, fun experience and careerWhat You Will Be DoingA full-time, weekly rotating days and afternoons, 8-hour shift pattern, Mon-Fri + overtime + 15% PM shift loadingElectro-Mechanical breakdown response and preventative maintenance tasks, for systems such as ASRS, multi-shuttles and high-bay racking within a fast-paced automated warehouseHelp achieve agreed customer targets related to equipment and system downtime and productivityFocus on safety reporting within required guidelinesParticipate in some project workServe as the ‘eyes and ears’ in daily collaboration with diagnostic teamsIs this role for me? We require…Strong troubleshooting, fault-finding experience of Industrial Electro-Mechanical equipment, ideally Automated Material Handling, but not essential  Preferred is a Mechanical trade cert or tertiary education, with an Electrical D license (reconnect/disconnect), however, we’re open to other certifications and qualificationsGeneral Mechanical and Electrical maintenance of equipmentComputer savvy to drive SCADA and high-level control softwareKnowledge of industrial network solutions (Profinet, Profitbus, AZI)Troubleshooting and fault-finding for PLCs, although some coding and programming experience would be a nice bonusA strong willingness to learnEffective verbal and written communication skills, which are essential for articulating technical details between the customer and internal engineering systems specialistsHow To ApplyWe’d love to get to know you. So, let’s receive your cover letter and resume, and then we can book in a brief call. Click apply so we can explore your alignment with this opportunity and see if it suits all.Only candidates who have full Australian working rights can be considered at this point.

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Quick answers about Welder Jobs

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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