Mechanical Technician - Defence & Marine

Garden Island, Sydney | Shadbolt Group

Put your mechanical skills to work on critical Defence assets.

Shadbolt Group is seeking a skilled Mechanical Technician to join our Defence team at Garden Island, Sydney. This is an prospect to work on critical naval and marine equipment, applying your mechanical fitting expertise to maintenance, repairs, overhauls and testing in a high-quality, safety-focused setting.

About The Role

You'll undertake hands-on mechanical maintenance, fault-finding, inspection, repair, installation and testing, working alongside an experienced team to support essential Defence operations.

Your Responsibilities Will Include
Maintaining, repairing and overhauling mechanical equipment, including pumps, motors and valves.
Undertaking mechanical fault-finding, hydraulic and pneumatic work, and shaft alignment.
Interpreting technical drawings and completing maintenance documentation.
Ensuring work meets Defence, safety and quality requirements.
Working collaboratively with supervisors,



engineers and fellow tradespeople to deliver project outcomes.

What you'll bring:
A recognised mechanical trade qualification, such as Certificate III in Engineering - Mechanical Trade (Fitting/Turning), or equivalent.
Experience in mechanical maintenance, fitting, repairs and equipment overhauls.
Knowledge of pumps, valves, hydraulic and pneumatic systems, and mechanical alignment.
A robust commitment to safety, quality and teamwork.
A current driver's licence.

Defence, naval, marine or heavy industrial experience will be highly regarded.

Essential Defence Requirements

Australian citizenship is essential. You must also hold, or be eligible to obtain and maintain, the required Defence security clearance (Baseline or NV1, as applicable), and satisfy all site access, medical and screening requirements.

Ready to make an impact?

Bring your mechanical expertise to a team supporting Australia's Defence capability.

Apply now to join Shadbolt Group at Garden Island.

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