An opportunity exists with Asset Care for a self-motivated and hands-on Technical Officer to work as an integral part of the Mechanical and Materials Testing team at our Smithfield office.

As part of this apprenticeship, you will complete a nationally recognised trade qualification – Certificate III in Engineering – Mechanical Trade (Fitting/Machining).

Reporting to the Operations Manager, the key duties of this position are to:

prepare test samples of varying complexity using hand tools, band saws, and linishers; keep machines and general work area clean; assist in testing of samples when required; general workshop and maintenance duties; service and maintain workshop equipment; assist in design and manufacture of jigs and fixtures for testing purposes; participate in continuous improvement of the machine shop and machining practices.

The successful application will ideally:

be mechanically minded; have the ability to work with your hands; possess a YES can-do attitude; be reliable, organised, and flexible; ability to work within a team environment; be proactive in ensuring compliance with Company safety requirements.