Service Technician -Western Sydney Airport
Full Time | Permanent
Freightquip is one of Australasia's leading suppliers and service providers of Aviation Ground Support Equipment (GSE), Rail and Port equipment. We proudly represent world-leading manufacturers, providing equipment sales, servicing, repairs and technical support to some of Australia's largest airports and aviation operators.
We're looking for an experienced Sydney based Service Technician to join our team. This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified Mechanic, Diesel Mechanic, Auto Electrician or Electrician looking for a varied, hands-on role working with specialised equipment in the aviation industry.
If you enjoy fault finding, solving technical problems and working on a wide range of modern equipment, we'd love to hear from you.
We also have a number of other positions avaliable across Melbourne, Brisbane, Adelaide, Perth and Auckland.
You'll service, maintain and repair a diverse range of aviation ground support equipment including:
Aircraft tugs
Belt loaders
No two days are the same, with a combination of preventative maintenance, diagnostics, breakdown response, commissioning and equipment upgrades.
Diagnose and repair electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic and mechanical faults
Complete scheduled servicing and preventative maintenance
Attend breakdowns and minimise customer downtime
Install, commission and test new equipment
Complete OEM upgrades, service bulletins and warranty repairs
Maintain accurate service records using electronic reporting systems
Provide professional technical support and outstanding customer service
Work safely while complying with company and airport safety requirements
Travel occasionally to support customers across Australia when required
You'll be someone who enjoys getting stuck into technical work and takes pride in delivering quality repairs.
Ideally you'll have:
Mechanical, Diesel Mechanic, Auto Electrical, Mobile Plant or Electrical trade qualification
Experience working on heavy vehicles, mobile plant, forklifts, agricultural, mining, construction or industrial equipment
Strong diagnostic and fault-finding skills
Ability to work independently and manage your workload
Good communication and customer service skills
Current Australian Driver's Licence
Highly regarded, but not essential:
Experience with PLCs, CANBus or electric drive systems
Hydraulic fault-finding experience
Aviation Ground Support Equipment experience
Airside operating experience
Permanent full-time position with long-term job security
Fully maintained company vehicle
Ongoing OEM factory training and technical development
Work with premium international equipment brands
Supportive national service team with experienced technicians
Opportunity to develop specialist skills within the aviation industry
Career progression opportunities as our business continues to grow
Variety of work with no two days the same
Current Australian Driver's Licence
Ability to obtain and maintain an Aviation Security Identification Card (ASIC)
Ability to pass pre-employment and ongoing drug and alcohol testing where required
Willingness to travel occasionally for planned service work
If you're looking for a rewarding technical career with a respected and growing organisation, we'd love to hear from you.
