Mechanical Engineering Technician

Aambianz Pty Ltd is a leading provider of sun‑control, ventilation and balustrade solutions for the construction industry. Our product range includes Ventilation Louvres, Architectural Louvres, Acoustic Louvres, Solar Shading Systems and Perforated Screens.

We are seeking a Mechanical Engineering Technician to support our engineering, production and installation teams. Prior manufacturing experience is preferred but not essential. Candidates with the ability to interpret drawings, support production teams and provide technical guidance will be highly regarded.

About the Role

The role suits someone who is hands on, technically strong and comfortable working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. You will work across mechanical design support, testing, production planning and site coordination.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with mechanical design calculations, component selection and technical reviews

• Conduct mechanical tests, measurements and performance evaluations

• Prepare technical reports, maintenance schedules and equipment documentation

• Support installation, commissioning and troubleshooting of mechanical plant

• Select tools, equipment and materials for production

• Assemble and install mechanical assemblies, components, machine tools

• Estimate material quantities, costs and machine requirements

• Perform and supervise field and laboratory tests

• Collect and analyse data, prepare diagrams and carry out technical computations

• Organise and supervise inspection and maintenance of machines and plant

• Ensure designs and completed work meet specifications, regulations and contract requirements

• Monitor and ensure production plans are completed on time

• Establish standards for installation, modification, quality control, testing and maintenance

• Conduct site inspections to ensure optimum performance

• Create and maintain production schedules

• Evaluate the condition of production equipment.

Skills & Experience

• Diploma or higher-level qualification in Mechanical Engineering, with 3 - 5 years of work experience.

• Strong understanding of mechanical systems and engineering fundamentals

• Experience with mechanical testing, measurement tools and instrumentation

• Ability to prepare technical documentation and maintenance plans

• Knowledge of workshop safety and machinery standards

• Ability to interpret and communicate engineering drawings to production teams

• Understanding of production planning processes

• Familiarity with fabrication and installation of aluminium panels, louvres, balustrades and façade elements

• Strong communication skills with the ability to raise technical queries and resolve discrepancies

• Awareness of trends and technologies related to louvres, sunshades and façade systems

• Knowledge of steel/aluminium structural elements (brackets, baseplates, posts, sheet metal, channels, fixings etc.)

• Experience preparing fabrication drawings for building façades (louvres, sunshades, perforated panels, cladding etc.)

• Ability to interpret civil/architectural drawings and develop optimised connection designs

• CAD experience (AutoCAD or similar)

• Ability to prioritise tasks according to production schedules

• Experience with computer and electronic equipment is an advantage.