Description:
We’re inventing the future, right here, right now, at Thales. We design the critical security solutions of tomorrow by combining the curiosity to explore, the intelligence to question and the vision to create. Together we solve complicated problems by combining our experience in the market with our leading research and development capabilities.
Why apply for the position?
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Extensive variety of plant and equipment – bring your experience and learn new skills
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Install, maintain, repair and fault-find both old and new equipment
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All PPE Provided - Uniforms cleaned and kept on-site , on-site parking & subsidised café ; an opportunity to join a thriving social club that gathers for social events throughout the year
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Combination of work rosters on offer
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Permanent position – potential growth opportunities as we introduce Guided Weapons and Rocket Motor technology
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Previous Tradespeople have progressed onto Armourer (testing ammunitions), Work Coordination and Project Supervisory positions
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Multiple Vacancies – join our team at a significant time of growth
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Relocation Assistance (if required) – to Mulwala or the surrounds. Lake with water sports, not far from snow, on the cusp of wine regions with bustling hospitality options
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Savings on gym memberships (Fitness Passport) and other Thales Employee discounts
Who are we?
As part of Thales Australia, Australian Munitions is the largest domestic manufacturer of explosive ordnance to the Australian Defence Force, with a successful track record delivering ammunition, propellants, explosives and related services including acid production and industrial waste treatment to Defence and commercial markets.
Role Responsibilities Include
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Conduct fault finding, preventive maintenance, and continuous improvement activities on equipment
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Repair, overhaul, and test equipment, as well as perform installations
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Interpret drawings and sketches, and work according to a predetermined maintenance schedule
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Complete risk assessments and identify underperforming plant equipment for further analysis
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Provide technical advice to contractors and communicate regularly with the Mechanical Maintenance Team Leader and Maintenance Manager
About you
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Trade qualifications as a Fitter and Machinist or equivalent
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Well-developed fault finding, diagnostic, and troubleshooting skills
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Experience with pneumatics and hydraulics
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Demonstrated machining skills
Good to Know
You’ll get an email acknowledgement after you’ve applied. Thales strives to provide a personalised experience for all applicants.
A Defence security clearance is required for this role, and hence applicants must be Australian citizens and eligible to obtain and maintain an appropriate clearance. To learn more about clearances please visit – http://www.defence.gov.au/AGSVA/
International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) apply to this role, and hence your nationality may be a factor in determining your suitability for this role.
Prior to offer, you will be asked to complete a pre-employment police and medical check.
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Thales is committed to promoting and maintaining a workplace culture of shared respect that enables all of us to feel valued, do our best, and remain truly passionate about the place that we work. We are committed to making reasonable adjustments to provide a positive, barrier-free recruitment process and supportive workplace. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and individuals from diverse backgrounds.
We are also proud to be a WORK180 Endorsed Employer for Women. If you would like to know more on how we are supporting our employees, you can view our policies and initiatives here: https://work180.com/en-AU/for-women/employer/thales.
Wellbeing matters at Thales, and where possible we encourage flexible working.