FIFO Maintenance Technician (Automation)

About the company

Intertek are a leading provider of quality and safety solutions, serving a wide range of industries around the world. Intertek has more than 44,000 employees in 1,000 locations in over 100 countries. Intertek Robotic Laboratories, part of the Intertek Group, provides automated analytical services to the mining, resources, exploration and environmental industries.

About the role

Working for our Intertek Robotic Laboratories (IRL) division, our Automation Maintenance Technicians utilise their technical knowledge and skills to safely carry out preventative maintenance, fault finding, repairs and provide operational support for automated systems and laboratory equipment. 

The position is a fly in, fly out role, requiring the successful applicant to work dayshift and nightshift on an 8 days on, 6 days off roster.

Duties

The primary responsibilities of the Automation Maintenance Technician include:

·       Operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of both manual and automated/robotic laboratory equipment

·       Perform preventative, routine and breakdown maintenance tasks and maintain associated records using maintenance software

·       Assess the urgency of maintenance issues and prioritise breakdown support accordingly

·       Conduct root cause analysis on equipment failure and identify continuous improvement opportunities

·       Complete assigned tasks safely and to a high standard, including maintaining the automated and laboratory equipment, electrical (LV) and mechanical components, instrumentation, pneumatics and PLC’s, as well as assisting in maintaining continuous operation, housekeeping, and stock management.

·       Follow all company rules and procedures to perform daily tasks and maintenance activities

·       Assist in meeting the daily production targets of the laboratory operation

Skills and experience

The position would ideally suit someone with:

·       Experience in instrumentation, fitting, mechatronics or low voltage electrical. Trade qualification desirable but not essential.

·       Demonstrated hands-on experience on industrial field instrumentation, electronic controls and equipment, and pneumatic systems.

·       Ability to interpret electrical, instrumentation and pneumatic drawings and equipment manuals.

·       Demonstrated systematic fault finding and troubleshooting skills.

·       Ability to operate HMI systems.

·       Experience with process control systems and operation of Scada systems.

·       Valid West Australian Driver’s License.

·       WA Restricted electrical license, desirable but not essential.

·       Ability to work in a team and autonomously.

·       High level of communication skill.

Culture
Intertek is an Equal Opportunity employer, and it is our Company’s policy to employ suitably qualified or experienced persons without discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment due to their ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, gender, gender identity, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, or any other protected group status.

We recognise and respect the value and contribution that individuals of different backgrounds, cultures and perspectives bring to our organisation, and we are committed to providing a positive, safe and inclusive work environment for everyone in our diverse and talented team.

Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples are strongly encouraged to apply for our vacancies.

If you have any questions in relation to our recruitment process, please email us at ••••@intertek.com.

Remuneration and Benefits

You will enjoy a salary package commensurate with experience. Access to the Intertek Australia employee benefits program, which includes corporate health insurance plans; Corporate banking options; Intertek’s employee assistance program.

How to apply

To apply for this exciting opportunity please click on “apply”. Your application should include an up-to-date resume.

Please note only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.