Seeking expressions of Interest SUMMARY: This is an entry level field service engineering position, primarily based at Sydney Airport, responsible for maintaining and repairing Smiths Detection’s X-ray and trace detection equipment using hand and power tools, as part of Smiths Detection’s 24/7 rotating shift roster. This position requires face-to-face customer-interaction and a high level of team orientation, with a proactive approach to seeking and sharing technical knowledge. The ability to work autonomously and across all of the allocated shift rotations/times are also essential requirements.

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO: Troubleshooting, servicing and repairing X-ray and trace detection equipment

Completing preventative maintenance tasks according to service contracts and schedules

Responding to equipment faults and other corrective maintenance requirements according to service contracts and key performance indicators

Testing components and circuitry of X-ray equipment using a multimetre, computer/laptop and the inbuilt equipment-software

Diagnosing the root cause of mechanical, electrical and electronics related equipment faults (involving 24 volts or less)

Replacing belts, rollers, motors and other mechanical components within X-ray equipment

Replacing and manoeuvring X-ray sources (ie. generators) and other heavy parts using lifting aides

Opening machines to inspect, vacuum, clean, de-grease, repair and replace internal parts

Assisting with installing new equipment at customer sites, alongside Smiths Detection’s programs and installations teams and various subcontractors and customer-stakeholders

Completing field service-related documentation and reports

Completing technical, safety, compliance and other job-related trainings, online and in-person

Maintaining a clean/tidy work station and work environment

Responding to queries from customers, vendors, subcontractors and internal stakeholders, verbally and in writing





Consuming spare parts from the warehouse/storage area and promptly updating the associated records in the IT software tracking system

Joining regular internal team meetings and safety briefings

Assisting with ensuring that tools and testing equipment is maintained and calibrated

Other duties as required EDUCATION, LICENSES & EXPERIENCE: Certificate 3 Trade Qualification or Degree (Mechanical/Electrical/Electronic/IT)

Provisional or Unrestricted driver’s license

Ability to obtain security clearances and industry licenses

Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite

Indicative experience: 0-2 years ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Join us and we’ll help build your career, with excellent training and opportunities for career growth across the business, both locally and globally. You’ll experience an inclusive environment, with robust leadership and a focus on safety and wellbeing. You’ll also have the flexibility to choose from a wide range of advantages to suit your lifestyle, offering you and your family support from a health and wellbeing, financial and lifestyle perspective.

Join us and work for a world-leader, with the benefits and training to reward your dedication and skills. Be part of a team where we are making the world a safer place. We believe that different perspectives and backgrounds are what make a company flourish.

All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment regardless of color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, economic status, disability, age, or any other legally protected characteristics. We are proud to be an inclusive company with values grounded in equality and ethics, where we celebrate, support, and embrace diversity. At no time during the hiring process will Smiths Detection, nor any of our recruitment partners ever request payment to enable participation – including, but not limited to, interviews or testing.

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📌 Junior Field Service Engineer (Sydney)
🏢 Smiths Detection
📍 Sydney