Job Type: Permanent position | Full time position

MECHNICAL TECHNICIAN

Steeline is an Australian-owned network of independent manufacturers and suppliers specialising in roll-formed steel building products. Established in 1991, we are the nation’s only buying group dedicated to producing and distributing high-quality roofing, guttering, fencing, and shed solutions.

Our members use genuine Blue Scope materials, including Colorbond® steel for external finishes and Zincalume® and Galvaspan® steels for structural components, ensuring durability and compliance with Australian building standards.

Steeline supplies builders, trades, and homeowners across Australia.

Based in Berrimah, Northern Territory.

Role Responsibilities

- Conduct regular inspections, tests, and maintenance of machinery and equipment to ensure optimal operation performance
- Diagnose equipment failures, analyse performance, and implement productive solutions to machine breakdowns and minimise downtime
- Perform routine maintenance on machines, such as cleaning, lubricating, and checking performance, to prevent breakdowns
- Prepare drawings, plans and designs for mechanical engineering work under the direction of Mechanical Engineers
- Troubleshoot mechanical issues
- Install, remove, inspect, and repair mechanical spare parts like bearings, seals on typical mechanical equipment
- Perform major overhaul of equipment with or without external contractors and vendors
- Disassemble, assemble, observe, repair, test, collect data and prepare reports on equipment, as tasks related to maintenance
- Maintain non-electrical safety, process and utility equipment
- Perform power plant rigging, and lifting equipment necessary for safely handling heavy machinery and materials




- Optimise mechanical efficiency by adjusting machinery and equipment settings Troubleshoot process equipment, automation issues that may arise at the manufacturing line
- Ensuring that products meet compliance regulations
- Carry out work instructions as given by Supervisor, work specifications, equipment operation
- Supports improvement projects
- Fabricate and repair metal products and parts by using machine shop tools and equipment
- Control downtime by performing routine preventative maintenance requirements, daily equipment inspections, and monitoring machine operational performance
- Perform duties consistent with established safety rules and procedures
- Install and commission new equipment as directed
- Communicate with and supporting engineers
- Understand customer change request and provide schedule
- Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, parts usage, and system conditions in a CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management System)

Qualifications & Experience

- Trade Qualifications and +5 years proven relevant experience
- Proficiency in diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining mechanical equipment
- Skilled in using hand tools, power tools, and diagnostic equipment
- Strong knowledge of troubleshooting technique and problem-solving skills
- Extensive knowledge of mechanical engineering designs, installations, maintenance, and repairs
- Strong knowledge of mechanical systems, hydraulics, pneumatics, and precision measuring instruments
- Ability to interpret technical manuals, schematics, and diagrams
- Excellent attention to detail and a proactive approach to maintenance tasks
- Physically fit and able to work in various conditions
- Ability to work well both independently and in a team environment
- Strong communication skills
- Self-motivated, organised, punctual and reliable
- Must have great work ethics

Salary: Between $75,000 and $80,000 per annum + Super

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