Mechanical Technician/ Fitter

The Company

SolydEra (Australia) Pty Ltd. Is a fuel cell company based in Dandenong South Victoria. It is owned by SolydEra SpA (Italy), a world leading solid oxide fuel cell manufacturer and marketer. SolydEra SpA also has a subsidiary in Switzerland.  R&D facilities and team are established in Australia, and we have an excellent opportunity for a highly motivated and forward-thinking Mechanical Technician.  In this role, you will support the team with limited pre-series production, equipment builds and facilities maintenance contributing to the success of fuel cell and electrolyser systems.

KEY Duties & Responsibilities

The successful applicants will be responsible for:

• Support low-volume pre-production builds while assisting with the validation and commissioning of new equipment within R&D setting.

• Ability to read engineering drawings including GD&T tolerances and complete basic component quality checks. 

• Contribute to product improvements by reviewing and analysing existing processes 

• Assemble, install and maintain hydraulic systems used in custom-designed test stations.

• Perform general facilities maintenance and coordinate the servicing and maintenance of site equipment.

• Assist with receiving, dispatch and inventory control activities as required.

Qualifications and Experience

• Preferred, trade qualification as a Mechanical Fitter or related field

• TIG welding and fabrication of stainless steel

• Basic Computer Literacy

• Current Forklift Licence

Attributes          

• Strong mechanical and problem-solving skills to resolve problems.

• Team player capable of working in multi-disciplined environment.

• Be proactive, hands-on and self-motivated.

• Maintain a safe organised and clean work environment

• Comply with company health, safety and environmental policies and procedures.

This is a unique and excellent opportunity for a Mechanical Technician to support a dynamic team and work for a world class organisation.  SolydEra is an Equal Opportunity Employer and seeks to attract the highest calibre of professional to join a dynamic global organisation developing cutting edge fuel cell technology.

Please submit your resume AND cover letter clearly addressing the requirements described above.

Candidates MUST be entitled to work in Australia.