Reliability and Maintenance Technician
Position Summary
The Reliability and Maintenance Technician is responsible for ensuring the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of manufacturing equipment and facility systems within a highly regulated medical industry environment. This role combines hands-on maintenance expertise with a proactive approach to equipment reliability, compliance, and continuous improvement.
The successful candidate will perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance activities while maintaining detailed maintenance and compliance documentation in accordance with quality and regulatory requirements. This individual will play a key role in minimizing equipment downtime, improving asset performance, and supporting operational excellence. The ideal candidate is a self-motivated team player with a growth mindset, strong attention to detail, and a willingness to continuously learn and develop new technical skills.
Key Responsibilities
Perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on production equipment and facility systems.
Diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and electronic equipment issues
Conduct equipment inspections and condition monitoring activities to identify potential failures before they impact production
Support reliability initiatives by participating in root cause investigations and implementing corrective actions to prevent recurring failures
Complete maintenance work orders and maintain accurate, detailed maintenance and compliance documentation in accordance with company and regulatory requirements
Ensure all maintenance activities are performed in compliance with quality systems, standard operating procedures, and documentation requirements
Collaborate with Production, Quality, Engineering, and Operations teams to improve equipment reliability and operational performance.
Assist with equipment installation, commissioning, upgrades, and validation activities as required.
Identify opportunities for continuous improvement and recommend solutions to enhance equipment uptime, safety, and efficiency.
Adhere to all Work Health and Safety (WHS) policies, procedures, and safe work practices.
Support audits, inspections, and compliance activities as required.
Respond to equipment breakdowns and provide timely troubleshooting and resolution.
Required Qualifications & Experience
Certificate, Diploma, or equivalent qualification in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Industrial Maintenance, or a related technical discipline.
Experience performing maintenance within a manufacturing, industrial, processing, medical device, pharmaceutical, or other regulated environment.
Strong troubleshooting skills across mechanical and electrical systems.
Experience working with maintenance management systems and completing detailed maintenance records and documentation.
Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, schematics, manuals, and procedures.
Demonstrated ability to work within a structured quality and compliance framework.
Strong commitment to Work Health and Safety (WHS) requirements and safe work practices.
Ability to work effectively within a team environment and independently with minimal supervision.
Excellent problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and organizational skills.
Growth mindset with a willingness to learn new skills and adapt to changing technologies and processes.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience within the medical device, pharmaceutical, healthcare, or other highly regulated manufacturing industries.
Familiarity with Quality Management Systems (QMS), GMP, ISO standards, or similar compliance frameworks.
Experience supporting reliability-centered maintenance (RCM), predictive maintenance, or continuous improvement initiatives.
Familiarity with PCs, computer hardware, electronics, and automated equipment systems.
Experience working with PLC-controlled equipment and automation systems.
Disconnect/Reconnect Electrical License (desirable).
Knowledge of condition-monitoring techniques such as vibration analysis, thermography, or related predictive maintenance practices
Key Competencies
Equipment maintenance and troubleshooting
Reliability and asset performance improvement
Compliance documentation and record management
Quality and regulatory awareness
Work Health and Safety (WHS) compliance
Attention to detail
Root cause analysis and problem-solving
Teamwork and collaboration
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Continuous improvement mindset
Adaptability and willingness to learn
Effective communication skills
Success Measures
Achievement of preventive maintenance completion targets
Reduction in equipment downtime and breakdown events.
Accurate and timely completion of maintenance and compliance documentation.
Consistent adherence to quality and WHS requirements.
Improved equipment reliability and asset performance.
Positive contribution to team objectives and continuous improvement initiatives.
Successful adoption of new skills, technologies, and best practices.
Joining us is more than saying “yes” to making the world a healthier place. It’s discovering a career that’s challenging, supportive and inspiring. Where a culture driven by excellence helps you not only meet your goals, but also create new ones. We focus on creating a diverse and inclusive culture, encouraging individual expression in the workplace and thrive on the innovative ideas this generates. If this sounds like the workplace for you, apply now!We commit to respond to every applicant.