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Our letters and parcels business has an important and evolving role in providing consumers and businesses with a safe, easy, and efficient service. In this position, you’ll be right in the action, working with cutting-edge technology - including advanced automation, robotics, and state-of-the-art systems.

How we deliver for you

• Fantastic shift system that reflects in a fantastic salary!
• Higher than national minimum superannuation rate of 12%
• Guaranteed annual pay increases
• Work only 9 days per fortnight
• Choice of rotating roster or fixed shift (depending on availability)
• Enjoy 5 weeks of annual leave

About the opportunity

You will report directly to the Duty Technical Team Leader and conduct the maintenance activities associated with the Mail Processing Equipment and ensure the mail services and production standards at all Parcel Processing Facilities are achieved. You’ll be part of an environment that values:

• Work-life balance - through favourable roster cycles and extra leave
• Competitive remuneration - overtime opportunities and penalty rates
• Advanced technology - working with automation and robotics
• Career progression - within a large, inclusive organisation

To do that, you will

• Ensure safety is always foremost in all activities and ensure compliance with Australia Post Occupational Health and Safety Policies.
• Perform maintenance activities including corrective, predictive and preventative maintenance in consideration of operational requirements.
• Ensure all plant and material maintenance transactions are accurately recorded using SAP.
• Work as part of a team with operations and other service groups to achieve high levels of reliability, performance, and cost effectiveness.
• Be able to work at heights from mobile platforms.

What we are looking for?

• Experience in the diagnosis, repair and monitoring of Mail processing equipment and systems.
• Proven ability to work independently without supervision.
• Participate in performance monitoring, commissioning, and continuous improvement activities.
• Experience working in a team based environment and liaise effectively with operations and other stakeholders to achieve high levels of machine performance.
• Demonstrate a high level of ability in utilizing SAP as an information tool.
• Exposure to PLC and variable speed drives is also advantageous.
• Demonstrate the ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

The minimum qualification requirements are

• Full Queensland Electrical License (Certificate III in Electro Technology, Systems Technician or Equivalent).

We’re delivering together

 At Australia Post, we acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we operate, live and gather as employees.

 We believe our business should reflect the diverse communities we operate in and are proud to be an inclusive workplace for people from all walks of life. We encourage applications from people of all ages, genders and backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, People with Disability, LGBTQIA+ and Refugees.

 We are one of the largest organisations in Australia to successfully achieve Disability Confident Recruiter status. We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free recruitment process and workplace for those living with a disability and are committed to reviewing and removing bias in our processes to create a gender-equitable recruitment experience and workplace. If you have any questions about accessibility, please contact our Diversity & Inclusion team on [1] inclusivecareers@auspost.com.au.

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