Mechanical Engineering Technician

About us

JBS Australia’s Southern Division, headquartered in Melbourne, has the largest multi-species processing facility in Australia, processing beef, sheep, and goats. JBS Southern processing facilities have access to all major international markets, providing our livestock suppliers with a range of markets and brand opportunities.

About the role

An exciting opportunity for 1 skilled full-time Mechanical Engineering Technician currently exists for our Cobram Site. This is a full-time position with the potential to earn $79,423- $90,000 per annum.

Your key responsibilities will include:

Conducts tests of mechanical systems, collects and analyses data, and assembles and installs mechanical assemblies in support of Mechanical Engineers and Engineering Technologists.

Ensuring maximum equipment uptime is achieved by providing effective and efficient mechanical preventative and breakdown maintenance

Engaging in fabrication, installation and repair of mechanical machines, instruments or appliances

Ensuring that all work is carried out to the Company and requirements and conforms to all relevant regulations

Utilising fault-finding to troubleshoot and rectify problems

About you

Previous experience in a fast-paced industrial manufacturing environment

Previous experience within the meat industry advantageous

Sound knowledge of pneumatics and hydraulics, as well as a basic knowledge of electrics and welding skills

Excellent interpersonal skills

Demonstrated continuous improvement approach

Ability to support a broad variety of mechanical work

High level of accuracy and attention to detail

Ability to communicate at all levels

Ability to work autonomously as well as in a team environment

Ability to work various shifts

Full Australian working rights

Why work for us:

Retail discounts with national partners

Health insurance discounts on Bupa Health and Medibank

Heavily discounted meat products

The ad is valid for 28 days.

What next? If you’re passionate and want to be a part of the largest meat, pork and salmon manufacturer and producer in Australia, this opportunity may be for you. Apply now!