This hands‐on position is primarily based at the iconic Garden Island Naval Base, with additional work carried out across the Sydney region. You'll have opportunities for occasional travel to offshore or remote locations for short‐duration testing and service tasks, generously remunerated on top of your hourly rate. This is a long‐term, full‐time position offering varied and meaningful work in a supportive, safety‐focused environment where autonomy and technical capability are valued.
Working in conjunction with mechanical, electrical and control systems tradesman/engineers you will have the opportunity to conduct a high volume of system diagnostics and troubleshooting on a range of fixed electrohydraulic systems.
Why is this job better?
Iconic worksite (Garden Island Naval Base) at the heart of Sydney
Challenging, high‐variety technical work
Defence industry stability & long-term growth
Work/life balance with Sydney-based heavy industry work
Excellent pay + additional earnings for optional remote/offshore trips
Work autonomously with strong team support
The Company
Sofraco is a premium engineering partner to Defence, Marine and Commercial industries, offering a genuine work-life balance with great office and worksite locations. As an energetic and highly skilled team, we draw on over 35 years of experience to deliver trusted technical support across multiple engineering disciplines.
Working with us also means contributing to Australia's rapidly expanding defence industry, which is currently undergoing historic growth, with over $200 billion invested nationally in modernising defence capability and an industry value increase of 12.4% in ******* alone. This sector offers long-term career security, cutting‐edge technology exposure,



and robust national significance—making Sofraco an ideal place to build a rewarding and balanced career.
Key Responsibilities:
Inspect and regular maintenance on shipboard machinery including hydraulic & pneumatic equipment, winches, lifting gear and pump sets.
Breakdown & workshop overhauls as required.
Assist with fault identification, troubleshooting & condition reporting of electrohydraulic systems in conjunction with other disciplines.
Pressure testing of valves and hydraulic components
Load testing of winches and lifting equipment
Adhere to company safety policies and procedures, including JSEA's, permits to work, Isolations and risk analysis
Provide clear job notes and photographs of work completed.
Key Requirements & Qualifications:
Certificate IV in Fluid Power or similar (Australian trade recognised)
Minimum Experience 10 years
Hydraulics experience onsite work (Highly desirable)
Workshop strip, assessment, overhaul and testing experience of pumps/motors/valves/cylinders and power units (Highly desirable)
Strong understanding of systems schematics (highly desirable)
Rigging experience (desirable)
Marine or Offshore experience (desirable)
Strong safety mindset and understanding of WHS practices.
Able to work in a team and independently, including remote job reporting
Additional tickets (Confined Space, Working Safely at Heights, Rigging, EWP, Forklift) beneficial.
General Construction Induction Card (White Card) or willingness to obtain
Australian Citizens (required for security clearance)
Willingness to obtain national police certificate for security
Willingness to complete drug and alcohol testing
Willingness to complete medical testing for basic health, mobility and fitness
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📌 Hydraulics Specialist Technician (New South Wales)
🏢 Sofraco Engineering
📍 New South Wales