Job Description

Industrial Site Support Technician

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About 5B

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5B is an Australian clean technology company on a mission to accelerate the world's transition to renewable energy. Our name reflects the 5 billion years of sunshine our planet still has and our drive to unlock it in the simplest and most powerful way possible.

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We're transforming the way solar farms are built through the 5B Maverick, a prefabricated solar solution designed from first principles to deliver faster deployment, greater efficiency, and lower costs. Structurally efficient, aerodynamic and installed at lightning speed, Maverick is redefining large-scale solar construction around the world.

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The Opportunity

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We're looking for a hands-on and practical Industrial Site Support Technician to join our team at our Mascot industrial site.

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This is a casual opportunity with the potential to transition to a fixed-term position over time, providing an opportunity to establish yourself within the team and grow with 5B.

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This is a varied, all-rounder role supporting the safe, organised and efficient operation of our R&D; site. You'll work alongside our Industrial Site Lead, workshop team, engineers and project teams, helping keep the site, yard and workshop running smoothly.

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From materials handling and deliveries through to workshop support, equipment care, housekeeping and general site maintenance, no two days will necessarily look the same. This is a outstanding opportunity for someone who enjoys being hands-on, takes pride in keeping things organised and wants to contribute to the development of innovative renewable energy technology.

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Key Responsibilities

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Safety & Site Operations

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- Follow all WHS requirements, site rules, safe work procedures and risk controls.
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- Participate in inductions, pre-starts, toolbox talks and required training.
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- Maintain safe, clean and organised accessways, storage areas, loading zones and work areas.
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- Support site setup, pack-up, deliveries, pickups and general site operations.
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- Identify and report hazards, equipment faults, damage, incidents and near misses.
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- Complete recurring site tasks and respond flexibly to changing operational priorities.
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Site & Equipment Maintenance

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- Maintain the factory, workshop, yard and common areas to a high standard.
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- Complete routine housekeeping and restocking of PPE, workshop consumables and site supplies.
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- Undertake minor repairs and practical site improvements within your competency.
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- Carry out routine cleaning, inspections and basic preventive maintenance of plant and equipment.
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- Complete tasks such as compressor bleeding, forklift cleaning and electric forklift battery-water checks where applicable.
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- Conduct pre-start checks and promptly report or isolate faulty or unsafe equipment.
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Workshop & Engineering Support

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- Assist fabricators, machinists, engineers and project teams with practical tasks.
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- Support metal preparation including grinding, deburring, drilling and basic cutting where trained and authorised.
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- Assist with painting, cleaning, assembly, fitting, packing and preparation of prototypes, test rigs and equipment.
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- Operate approved workshop machinery and power tools where competency and authorisation have been confirmed.
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- Support forklift movements and materials handling for workshop and engineering activities.
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Deliveries, Materials & Waste

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- Receive, identify and distribute incoming deliveries in accordance with site processes.
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- Prepare outgoing freight including weighing, measuring, packaging and labelling.
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- Load, unload and move materials, equipment and pallets using forklifts and approved mechanical aids.
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- Maintain safe and organised loading and delivery areas.
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- Manage routine waste, recycling and scrap steel activities and coordinate collections as required.
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About You

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Qualification

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- Current LF forklift licence.
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- Additional tickets such as EWP, rigging or other relevant licences are highly regarded.
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Experience

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- Practical experience in an industrial, workshop, warehouse, yard, trade assistant or similar hands-on environment.
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- Experience using common hand and power tools.
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- Experience with basic plant and equipment maintenance is advantageous.
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- Experience supporting tradespeople, fabricators, engineers or prototype/R&D; activities is highly regarded.
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- Experience with goods receiving, dispatch, stock organisation or industrial yard operations is beneficial.
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Skills and Attributes

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- Hands-on and practical – you enjoy getting stuck in and finding solutions to day-to-day challenges.
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- Safety-conscious – you understand the importance of working safely and following procedures.
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- Reliable and accountable – you take ownership of your responsibilities and follow through on tasks.
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- Adaptable – you're comfortable moving between different tasks as priorities change.
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- Resourceful – you have good mechanical aptitude and practical problem-solving skills.
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- Organised – you take pride in maintaining a clean, safe and well-organised site.
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- Team-oriented – you communicate well and are happy to pitch in and support others.
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- Physically capable – you're comfortable with manual handling and a varied, active working environment.
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Why 5B?

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At 5B, you'll be part of a team developing technology that is changing the way the world builds solar.

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You'll work in a practical, innovative R&D; workplace where your contribution directly supports the development and delivery of our technology. You'll have the opportunity to work alongside engineers, tradespeople and project teams, build your skills across a broad range of activities and play a hands‐on role in keeping our industrial operations moving.

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This is a great opportunity to join a growing clean technology company, with the potential to transition from casual to a fixed-term position over time as the business and your role develop.

📌 Industrial Site Support Technician (New South Wales)
🏢 5B
📍 New South Wales