Associate Repair and Maintenance Engineering

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Position Overview

The Associate Engineer Repair & Maintenance plays a critical role in ensuring the reliability availability and productivity of manufacturing and non-manufacturing equipment and facilities. This position requires a hands-on approach strong troubleshooting skills and a proactive mindset to maintain and improve processes equipment and systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan design and implement maintenance programs to optimize equipment performance and minimize downtime.

• Coordinate and execute maintenance engineering tasks including reviewing mechanical and electrical specifications.

• Document maintenance activities and update maintenance logs accurately

• Assess new equipment designs for reliability ease of maintenance and availability of replacement parts.

• Liaise with production teams to schedule and perform repairs statutory safety inspections and equipment installations without disrupting production schedules.

• Participate in the installation and commissioning of new equipment.

• Troubleshoot complex mechanical and electrical issues effectively and efficiently.

• Contribute to the development and refinement of production processes to improve efficiency and quality.

• Ensure compliance with Good Practice (GxP) regulations Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and maintain accurate documentation.

• Drive continuous improvement initiatives across maintenance and production processes.

Requirements

• Hands-on approachwith a strong ability to work directly on equipment and processes.

• Strong teamthat can work with staff at all levels. i.e. Management Engineering and Assembly Technicians

• Self-starterwho can work independently and take initiative in problem-solving and process improvement.

• Strong troubleshooting skillsfor diagnosing and resolving technical issues quickly.

• Willingness tohelp develop and refine production processesto enhance efficiency and improve quality.

• Experience or familiarity withToyota Business Systems(Lean principles 5S Visual Management Kaizen etc.) is highly beneficial.

• Mechatronics backgroundis considered highly beneficial.

• Commitment to compliance safety and continuous improvement.

• Strong communicationand ability towork collaborativelyin ateam environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate degree in Engineering Mechanical Technology or a related field Mechanical Electrical Mechatronics or related field).

• 2 years Experience in a manufacturing or maintenance engineering environment.

• Knowledge of GxP regulations and SOP compliance.

Soft Skills and Cultural Fit

• Ability to learn quickly and adapt to changing environments

• Commitment to high-quality work and continuous improvement

• Positive attitude and willingness to take on new challenges

• Computer literacy

• Familiar with reading technical drawing/interpretation

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package.

• Opportunities for professional growth and development.

• Inclusive and innovative work environment.

• The chance to make a meaningful impact on global eye health.

All applicants need to have full Australia work rights.

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