Job Description

Position Summary

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The Reliability and Maintenance Technician ensures the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of manufacturing equipment and facility systems in a highly regulated medical industry environment. The role combines hands‐on maintenance expertise with proactive reliability, compliance, and continuous improvement focus, supporting operational excellence.

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Key Responsibilities

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- Perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on production equipment and facility systems.
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- Diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and electronic equipment issues.
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- Conduct equipment inspections and condition monitoring to identify potential failures before they impact production.
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- Support reliability initiatives through root‐cause investigations and implementation of corrective actions to prevent recurring failures.
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- Complete maintenance work orders and maintain detailed maintenance and compliance documentation in line with company and regulatory requirements.
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- Ensure all maintenance activities comply with quality systems, standard operating procedures, and documentation requirements.
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- Collaborate with Production, Quality, Engineering, and Operations teams to improve equipment reliability and operational performance.
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- Assist with equipment installation, commissioning, upgrades, and validation activities as required.
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- Identify opportunities for continuous improvement and recommend solutions to enhance uptime, safety, and efficiency.
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- Adhere to all WHS policies, procedures, and safe work practices.
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- Support audits, inspections, and compliance activities as required.
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- Respond to equipment breakdowns and provide timely troubleshooting and resolution.
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Required Qualifications & Experience

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- Certificate, Diploma, or equivalent qualification in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Industrial Maintenance, or a related technical discipline.
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- Experience performing maintenance within a manufacturing, industrial, processing, medical device, pharmaceutical, or other regulated environment.
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- Strong troubleshooting skills across mechanical and electrical systems.
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- Experience working with maintenance management systems and completing detailed maintenance records and documentation.
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- Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, schematics, manuals, and procedures.
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- Demonstrated ability to work within a structured quality and compliance framework.
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- Solid commitment to WHS requirements and safe work practices.
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- Ability to work effectively within a team environment and independently with minimal supervision.
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- Excellent problem‐solving skills, attention to detail, and organizational skills.
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- Growth mindset with a willingness to learn new skills and adapt to changing technologies and processes.
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Preferred Qualifications

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- Experience within the medical device, pharmaceutical, healthcare, or other highly regulated manufacturing industries.
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- Familiarity with QMS, GMP, ISO standards, or similar compliance frameworks.
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- Experience supporting reliability‐centered maintenance, predictive maintenance, or continuous improvement initiatives.
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- Familiarity with PCs, computer hardware, electronics, and automated equipment systems.
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- Experience working with PLC‐controlled equipment and automation systems.
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- Disconnect/Reconnect electrical license (desirable).
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- Knowledge of condition‐monitoring techniques such as vibration analysis, thermography, or related predictive maintenance practices.
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Key Competencies

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- Equipment maintenance and troubleshooting.
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- Reliability and asset performance improvement.
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- Compliance documentation and record management.
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- Quality and regulatory awareness.
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- WHS compliance.
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- Attention to detail.
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- Root‐cause analysis and problem solving.
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- Teamwork and collaboration.
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- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
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- Continuous improvement mindset.
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- Adaptability and willingness to learn.
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- Effective communication skills.
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Success Measures

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- Achievement of preventive maintenance completion targets.
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- Reduction in equipment downtime and breakdown events.
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- Accurate and timely completion of maintenance and compliance documentation.
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- Consistent adherence to quality and WHS requirements.
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- Improved equipment reliability and asset performance.
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- Positive contribution to team objectives and continuous improvement initiatives.
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- Successful adoption of new skills, technologies, and best practices.
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📌 Reliability and Maintenance Technician (New South Wales)
🏢 Resmed
📍 New South Wales