Maintenance Technician / Electrician

About Us

Since 1905, The Princes Group has grown to become one of Australia's largest commercial laundry services for the healthcare and hospitality industries.

Each week we recycle more than 1,000 Tonnes of laundry, delivering it on time to over 1,500 clients. This unwavering dedication to outstanding customer service has made us the No.1 healthcare supplier in the country.

About the Role

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Maintenance Electrician to join our team in Braeside, Victoria.

Reporting to the Maintenance Manager, your responsibilities will include:

• Repairing and maintaining plant machinery and equipment, including continuous batch washing machines, dryers, ironer lines, conveyors, compressors, and pumps.

• Troubleshooting and replacing control devices such as switches, photo eyes, proximity sensors, push buttons, contactors, and motor starters (low voltage).

• Performing work order repairs, inspections, and necessary adjustments.

• Fabricating and modifying new and existing equipment as needed.

• Participating in safety, health, and environmental programs.

• Conduct other ad-hoc tasks as required.

In this role, you will work a changing shift schedule and on a rotating weekend.

• Hours: 38 per week, plus overtime and weekend rotations.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Experience with pneumatics, mechanics, basic repairs, and fabrication.

• Strong troubleshooting skills and the ability to conduct mechanical repairs (e.g., replacing chains, belts, and bearings).

• Proficiency in writing detailed repair reports and strong verbal communication skills.

• Excellent time management and organisational skills.

• The ability to set up and operate welders, drill presses, grinders, hand tools, and other metalworking equipment.

• Basic knowledge of computer software and a willingness to learn maintenance systems.

A post-secondary education and/or a technical trade certificate is highly regarded. 

Candidates with prior experience in laundry equipment maintenance and repair or has dual trade or experience in both fields will be given preference.

What's on offer

• Stability in a permanent full-time role

• Friendly and supportive work environment

• Paid overtime

• Fuel and Phone allowances

How to Apply

Apply now via SEEK with a cover letter and resume highlighting your relevant experience. Email to: ********@PrincesGroup.com.au

Agencies need not apply.