Weighing Equipment Service Technician
Full-time
Others
Townsville City, Queensland
7 months ago
We are an Australian Weighing Company who is seeking to employ an experienced service technician at our Townsville Branch in North Queensland. The bul.....
We are an Australian Weighing Company who is seeking to employ an experienced service technician at our Townsville Branch in North Queensland. The bulk of our work is industrial with weighbridges being at the forefront of this. This is an exciting opportunity for a qualified scale technician to work for a well-established firm in Queensland.
Previous experience in this field is essential and the NMI Statement of Attainment for 6.1 > 6.3 and 6.4 will need to be completed with urgency on arrival in Australia. Any scale technician who is currently verifying trade scales in another country will easily complete these courses with minimal training.
The position is based at the Townsville Branch which services the region from Cairns down to Mackay all the way out west to Mt Isa, so travel is a big part of this role. Applicants must be prepared to be away from home at least 1 to 2 nights a week, sometimes but not often up to 4 nights away might be required. Overnight allowances are paid for each night away.
Overtime will also be an ongoing requirement; this is paid at standard overtime rates. Above award wages are offered to the right candidate with 4 weeks paid annual leave, 10 days sick leave & 11% superannuation employer contributions each week on top of your gross weekly wages.
Starting at $80K per year excluding overtime, a senior technician within this organisation when we factor in overtime can expect to earn at least $105k AU per annum + the 11% superannuation guarantee. Company car, phone & laptop are a standard for our NMI qualified technicians.
Assistance is available Visa Applications and Relocation costs. The following criteria must be met: Suitable candidates must hold relevant qualifications, at least a Certificate III or Certificate IV in electronics or instrumentation and have at least 2 years of full time experience in the nominated occupation.
Key Duties:
Trade Verification of weighing equipment to ensure compliance with the National Instrument Testing Procedures for non-automatic weighing instruments.
Diagnostics and repair of weighing and inspection equipment. Service, testing and calibration of weighing and inspection equipment.
Installation and commissioning of weighing and inspection equipment. Eccentricity testing of weighing equipment.
Repeatability testing of weighing and inspection equipment.
Supply complete and accurate service records through our paperless system.
Be available for overnight trips, at times with minimal notice.
Be available for overtime, at times with minimal notice.
The position involves lifting of 20kg weights.
Manual Drivers Licence required.
Forklift Licence required.
Exceptional service and customer satisfaction is vital to our organisation and the successful applicant should:
Have good communication skills.
Be well organised and be able to work under minimal supervision.
Thrive on taking on responsibility and working in an inclusive team environment.
The successful applicant will be committed to expanding their knowledge of the industry.
They will be conscientious and courteous and above all will always display a responsible attitude to the workplace, workmates and customers.
Have the ability to pass alcohol & drug testing at start of employment and random testing during employment.
Be able to pass current and past police & criminal checks.
Benefits:
Company Vehicle, phone and laptop
4 weeks paid annual leave
Relocation assistance
Visa assistance
To apply, send an email to admin@swia.com.au with a copy of your qualifications and licences. Expected Start Date: asap
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