Job Description
Position Summary
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The Reliability and Maintenance Technician is responsible for ensuring the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of manufacturing equipment and facility systems within a highly regulated medical industry environment. This role combines hands-on maintenance expertise with a proactive approach to equipment reliability, compliance, and continuous improvement.
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The successful candidate will perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance activities while maintaining detailed maintenance and compliance documentation in accordance with quality and regulatory requirements. This individual will play a key role in minimizing equipment downtime, improving asset performance, and supporting operational excellence. The ideal candidate is a self-motivated team player with a growth mindset, strong attention to detail, and a willingness to continuously learn and develop new technical skills.
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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 activities to identify potential failures before they impact production
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Support reliability initiatives by participating in root cause investigations and implementing corrective actions to prevent recurring failures
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Complete maintenance work orders and maintain accurate, detailed maintenance and compliance documentation in accordance with company and regulatory requirements
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Ensure all maintenance activities are performed in compliance 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 equipment uptime, safety, and efficiency.
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Adhere to all Work Health and Safety (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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Strong commitment to Work Health and Safety (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 Quality Management Systems (QMS), GMP, ISO standards, or similar compliance frameworks.
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Experience supporting reliability-centered maintenance (RCM), 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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Work Health and Safety (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 current skills, technologies, and best practices.
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📌 Reliability And Maintenance Technician (New South Wales)
🏢 Worklane
📍 New South Wales