Mechanical Technician

Join us in our mission to pave the new way of thinking for crane lifting and logistics.

At Roborigger, you will be a part of an exciting Perth-based company that is now going international. Roborigger is a rapidly expanding company with products that improve safety and increase efficiency. We have a range of products that include the original load controlling device as well as our internet-connected data collection, logistic management and planning software, and input devices. We are at the forefront of the technologies that will transform the construction and resources industries.

The Roborigger product was originally developed by TENSA Equipment and Roborigger products are now in a separate entity with external investors (including TENSA Equipment as a major shareholder), called Roborigger Pty Ltd. TENSA Equipment has successfully been building fully certified lifting and drilling equipment for the global offshore oil and gas industry for over 10 years and is still supplying products and services for this industry. Roborigger inherits this breadth of experience and longevity – we are here for the long haul.

Our focus is now on developing our manufacturing and support capabilities worldwide. We need people who enjoy the challenge of walking on new ground with new ideas and implementing systems that achieve the highest standards in efficient ways.

About the Role

We are looking for a mechanical technician to support the manufacture and servicing of Roborigger products as we build and operate our rental Roborigger fleet.

You will be involved in the assembly and commissioning of Roborigger units covering the following areas:

• Responsible for the mechanical assembly and electrical/electronic integration on new Roborigger builds.
• Roborigger builds to similar quality standards as required for the offshore oil and gas and aeronautics industries. You will either have experience with such quality standards or be prepared to be trained to work in accordance with such standards.
• You will be required to plan your work and develop a weekly schedule and work plan for assembly in conjunction with operations manager.
• You will maintain a high standard of safety by ensuring job safety analysis is done before new tasks are performed and following industry best practice for manual handling, lifting and use of tools.
• You will be expected to provide feedback input to design. You will be trained in commissioning of the units. The candidate must be computer literate and comfortable using a PC to monitor and record data. Basic skills to check low voltage electrical wiring for continuity with a multimeter are also required.

The role will involve taking ownership of the mechanical build and instructing assisting personnel. The candidate must have the ability to plan the work scope and monitor project progress.

We are a growing company and this role offers potential to grow with the company. It will suit a person who is keen to develop skills in the robotics, lifting and technology areas.

We are looking for people who enjoy working in teams and overcoming the challenges and celebrating the successes.

Where you will be working

The work will be generally located at our modern assembly and service facility in Wangara, WA. The work will also involve visits to sites when supporting the equipment.

Remuneration

We are looking for team members who are keen to support the success of Roborigger. The package will include employee share options after a qualifying period.

About you

You do not need to match every listed expectation to apply for this position. At Roborigger, we are committed to foster innovation, welcome diverse experience, backgrounds & skills, and we are looking for a person who isn’t bounded by what has been done in the past but rather by what is possible in the future.

• A mechanical qualification as well as a minimum of 2 to 5 years’ experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience in manufacturing electromechanical devices or lifting equipment is desirable.
• You must be a keen learner who has already demonstrated the ability to keep abreast of industry trends and technologies and has achieved self-initiated professional development in the last 2 years.

If this sounds like you and the opportunity you are looking for, apply now. 

Please submit written applications to Derick Markwell, Director, and include your resume and a cover letter outlining how you meet the job requirement.