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Maintenance Technician


Company : Australia Post


Location : Strathfield, Australia


Created : 2026-05-07


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

NameMaintenance Technician Site / LocationAustralia Post Ref #12382436 Opening Date30-Apr-2026 SuburbStrathfield StateNew South Wales Work TypePermanent Full Time Description & Requirements Must have a Full NSW Electrical License or have applied! Sunday to Thursday 9pm-5:10am plus RDO per fortnight $88k base annual salary plus 30% shift penalties - plus OT on top! OTE $140k 5 weeks annual leave plus 17.5% annual leave loading Post Perks - Exclusive discounts and cashback offers on hundreds of popular brands (e.g. Woolworths, Coles, JB Hi-Fi, Booking.com) Accelerate your career with clear succession planning and structured development plans Must be able to work 4 weeks on Day Shift for training before moving to Night shift Help us deliver like never before The world is changing fast, and so are we. In this role, youll be right where the action is, working hands on with advanced machinery and cuttingedge technology that keeps our operations running smoothly. Youll help keep our automated systems performing at their best, so that we can deliver efficiently and reliably across the country. Bring your electrical and mechanical knowhow to a team powering the next generation of automated processing! About the opportunity As our Maintenance Technician youll be directly reporting into the Technical Manager & Leads. Youll be responsible for conducting maintenance activities associated with the Mail Processing Equipment, such as corrective, predictive and preventative maintenance, as well as improving reliability. You may also be required to use SAP, to process stock orders and ensure all plant and material maintenance transactions are accurately recorded. About the facility Build your technical career at SWLF (Sydney West Letters Facility) in Strathfield, a highvolume, automated processing environment where your troubleshooting skills make an immediate impact. As a Maintenance Technician, youll work handson with conveyor and sorter systems, sensors and controls, plus inspection/imaging technology (including camera and measurement devices) that keep throughput moving. Expect real faultfinding across electrical systems, safety circuits (estops/24V monitoring) and automated interfaces, with varied breakdown and preventative maintenance work that keeps every shift interesting. This is a great fit for technicians who enjoy electrical diagnostics, automation support, and fastpaced industrial maintenance in a critical operations site. The type of machinery you can expect to be working on at this facility is automation systems and conveyors controlled by PLC (Programmable Logic Controller) & VFD (Variable Frequency Drive). Including network communications and digital address recognition computer systems, and other modern technology. Youll be Keeping our processing machines running at peak performance through preventative, corrective, and predictive maintenance Diagnosing and repairing complex faults to ensure smooth operations Understanding maintenance management systems, maintaining accurate records in SAP for efficient planning Prioritising safety and compliance in everything you do Provided ongoing coaching and development from experienced technical leaders About you Qualifications: Cert III Electrotechnology Trade & Full NSW Electrical License Experience in the diagnosis, repair and monitoring of mail processing equipment and systems is highly regarded Exposure to PLC & VFD is also advantageous, but not essential Proven ability to work independently without supervision Experience working in a team environment, liaising effectively with operations & other stakeholders to achieve high levels of machine performance Understanding of communication systems and information technology You''re flexible with working additional hours if required How well deliver for you Comprehensive Training: We offer a robust training program that includes onthejob training, classroom sessions, and oneonone mentoring. Our 70-20-10 training model ensures you gain practical experience while learning from experts. We offer a clear pay structure based on your qualifications, with a guaranteed annual pay increase. WorkLife Balance: Work on a rotating roster, getting to enjoy a 9day fortnight with rostered days off. Youll also get to enjoy 4 weeks of paid annual leave per year, with 17.5% annual leave loading! Diverse Work Environment: Every day is different! From preventative maintenance to breakdown support, you''ll work on a variety of tasks, ensuring our operations run smoothly. Team Collaboration & Culture: Work independently and as part of a team. Be part of a culture where everybody feels they belong, are valued and can bring their authentic self to work every day. Post Perks: Exclusive discounts and cashback offers on hundreds of popular brands (e.g. Woolworths, Coles, JB HiFi, Booking.com) Were delivering together At Australia Post, we acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we operate, live and gather as employees. We believe our business should reflect the diverse communities we operate in and are proud to be an inclusive workplace for people from all walks of life. We encourage applications from people of all ages, genders and backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, LGBTQIA+ and refugees. We are one of the largest organisations in Australia to successfully achieve Disability Confident Recruiter status. We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrierfree recruitment process and workplace for those living with a disability and are committed to reviewing and removing bias in our processes to create a genderequitable recruitment experience and workplace. If you have any questions about accessibility, please contact our Diversity & Inclusion team on . See and hear what it''s like to work with us in our warehouses: #J-18808-Ljbffr