Service Technician- Electrical

Alimak Group is a global provider of sustainable vertical access and working at height solutions in the commercial, industrial and construction sectors. With a presence in more than 120 countries, the Group develops, manufactures, sells and services vertical access and working at heights solutions with focus on adding customer value through enhanced safety, higher productivity and improved cost efficiency.

The Group has a large installed base of elevators, service lifts, temporary and permanent hoists and platforms and building maintenance units around the world. The solutions portfolio also comprises of height safety protective equipment, load measurement & control, lifting & handling, and a global after-sales business model, with recurring revenue from spare parts and services such as inspection, certification, maintenance, refurbishments, replacements and training.

Founded in Sweden 1948, the Group has its headquarters in Stockholm, 26 production and assembly facilities in 15 countries and approximately 3,000 employees around the world.

At Alimak Group, we understand that our employees are the key to our success. Our aim is to be an attractive Employer of choice, and we strive to attract, develop, and retain qualified and motivated people in a professional and attractive working environment. Working at Alimak Group means you will be part of a team of professionals who work together to bring about innovation and best practices in vertical access solutions.

We have a requirement for an experienced Electrical fitter to work within our Façade Access Division team. The role will undertake inspection, maintenance and repair work on customer-owned equipment on high-rise towers, including general maintenance, major overhauls and replacement activities in accordance with Australian Standards and manufacturer’s instructions.

 Profile:

• Act appropriately on commercial office and residential sites 

• Undertake works in accordance with Alimak Group safety, quality, and environmental systems 

• Ensure quality works are always carried out 

• Ensure customers’ no-smoking policies and other site-specific requirements are always complied with 

• Assess the work site and organize the start of works efficiently 

• Establish and maintain good team working relationships with Service technicians, supervisors, and managers 

• Identify, assess, and report all hazards related to sites and equipment 

• Maintain clean and tidy work environment 

• Provide proactive communication regarding arrival on site, status of equipment and potential hazards 

 Key Tasks & Responsibilities:

• Undertake routine and annual inspections of BMU and fall-arrest systems

• Perform maintenance tasks (e.g. re-greasing, oil changes, wire rope changes) in accordance with equipment manufacturers’ instructions

• Diagnose electrical/mechanical faults on inoperable and malfunctioning BMUs

• Undertake major inspections of BMUs

• Lead BMU refurbishment site activities 

• Assist with the installation of BMUs, fall-arrest and other vertical access equipment 

• Undertake and approve BMU commissioning (and recommissioning) 

• Operate BMUs and provide operator familiarisation training (inductions) 

 Attributes: 

• Pragmatic approach to the application of safety protocols

• Thoroughness and attention to detail

• The ability to work unsupervised

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Prior experience on commercial / industrial sites or with cranes / lifts / EWPs or other access equipment.

• Trade qualified electrician

• Driver’s licence

• Rights to work in Australia

Our ideal candidate will have:

• "A grade" electrical license

• At least 2 years’ experience as a licensed electrician or a mechanical fitter with a restricted electrical licence (connect/disconnect licence)

• Work safety at heights training (RIIWHS204D) preferred

• Construction Industry Induction Card (White Card) preferred

• Dogman and/or Riggers Tickets preferred

What we offer in this role:

• Full Time Permanent Role

• Competitive salary commensurate to skills and experience

• Benefits include RDO-based schedule, leave loading

• Immediate start

• A company that values and lives in a safety-first culture and does not cut corners. 

• The stability and job security of working for an OEM within a growing global company.

Alimak Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we support a diverse workforce. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.

Please note that the successful candidate may be required to undergo a national police check.

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