Job Info Location: SOMERVILLE, VIC Salary: Not Specified Job Type: Permanent position | Full time position Job Description Job Title: Mechanical Engineering Technician Location: Somerville, VIC, 3912 Full-Time: Immediate start Reports to: Manager Salary range: $76,515 - $80,000 – excluding super. Job Closure date: 30 days About the Role Our client, a leader in fresh food processing with a 50-year history, operates a state-of-the-art facility in Somerville. They are seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineering Technician to join their team. In this hands-on leadership role, you will ensure the reliability and performance of advanced automated equipment across their wash-lines and pack-sheds. Key Responsibilities Lead mechanical installations for new processing and packaging assets, from wash tanks and slicers to weighers and flow-wrappers, ensuring compliance with safety and hygienic design standards. Develop and execute preventative maintenance plans using CMMS, applying predictive techniques like vibration analysis to maximise equipment uptime. Diagnose and resolve complex mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic faults on high-speed lines, performing root-cause analysis to prevent recurrence. Drive continuous improvement by drafting design modifications in CAD, upgrading drives, and conducting OEE studies to boost line efficiency. Champion safety by conducting risk assessments, authoring SWMS, and ensuring all work meets WHS, HACCP, and food-grade standards. Mentor apprentices and technicians, coordinate contractor activities, and collaborate with production and quality teams to meet operational targets. Skills & Experience Required Diploma of Engineering (Mechanical) or equivalent (AQF 6). Minimum 1 years' experience in high-speed food or FMCG processing, with experience in a senior capacity. Proven expertise with conveyors, pneumatics, hydraulics, pumps, gearboxes, and servo-drives. Proficiency in CAD (SolidWorks/AutoCAD) and CMMS software. Strong knowledge of WHS, HACCP, GMP, and hygienic design principles. Current High-Risk Work Licence (LF), confined space, and working-at-heights certificates. Desirable Criteria Experience with optical sorting, ultrasonic sealing, or ammonia refrigeration. PLC/HMI fault-finding skills (Allen-Bradley/Siemens). Lean Six Sigma Green Belt. Why Apply? Senior role in a sophisticated, automated food production environment. Clear career pathway to Supervisor or Project Engineer roles. How to Apply Submit your resume and a cover letter outlining your relevant experience. Please note: We are managing this recruitment on behalf of our client. All applications will be treated confidentially.
