Launch your career in Manufacturing, Automation & Engineering Are you the type of person who likes pulling things apart to see how they work? Do you enjoy working with tools, machinery and solving practical problems? AYVA Packaging is looking for a motivated Junior Project & Automation Technician to join our growing Operations team in Wetherill Park. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to build a career in manufacturing, engineering, automation or project management. You'll work directly with our Project & Technical Manager, supporting exciting projects involving recent machinery, automation systems, product development, robotics and continuous improvement initiatives. No university degree is required. We are looking for attitude, mechanical aptitude and a willingness to learn. What You'll Be Doing You will assist with:
• Machinery installations and commissioning projects
• Maintenance and technical troubleshooting
• Production trials and new product development
• Process optimisation and continuous improvement
• Factory automation projects
• Equipment testing and validation
• Technical documentation and reporting
• Working alongside experienced technical specialists and external suppliers About You
• Strong mechanical aptitude
• A genuine interest in engineering and manufacturing
• A willingness to learn and develop
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• A proactive and positive attitude Bonus Points If You Have
• Trade assistant experience
• Manufacturing experience
• Mechanical or engineering studies
• Experience using tools and machinery
• Forklift licence Why join us?
• Full training provided
• Career progression opportunities
• Exposure to automation, robotics and project work
• Supportive team environment