Conveyor Belt Technician Full Time

Position: Conveyor Belt Technician

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $79,000 to $84,000 plus superannuation per annum

Location: Prestons NSW 2170

Our client is seeking a Conveyor Belt Technician to join their team located in Prestons, New South Wales.

As a Conveyor Belt Technician you will require the skills and knowledge to specialise in the repair, maintenance and installation of commercial conveyor belts in a number of work environments, including but not limited to food, agriculture, building products, waste and transport industries.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• This position requires a commitment to safety as our number one priority, and a strong dedication to producing quality work
• Installing conveyor belts in commercial settings
• Recognising imperfections and problem areas on conveyor belts and repairing them so that the conveyor belt may run without incident Performing routine maintenance on conveyor belts and assuring they are clean and free of imperfections
• Demonstrate proper use and safe handling of tools, equipment and materials
• Be willing and able to work a variety of schedules on-call, including dayshift, nightshift, weekend and holidays
• Fully understand and carry out verbal and written instructions
• Ability to install mechanical splice materials and all related installation tools
• Ability to assemble vulcanizing equipment
• Ability to select and set up work area, including removal of conveyor components, clamping off belt, and raising counterweight
• Ability to properly lay out and prepare belt ends for a vulcanized splice, including lap splicing, and finger splicing on fabric belt in different widths
• Ability to conduct conveyor maintenance tasks, such as: roller changes, roller frame change-out and repairs, skirt replacement and repairs, installation of tracking devices, installation and maintenance of belt cleaners and belt inspections.
• Ability to accurately calculate belt lengths through measurement and reading of technical drawings, splicing instructions and splice diagrams.
• Clearly and effectively communicate with staff members and customers
• General understanding of the product lines that we promote and the ability to communicate to customers the features and benefits of each
• Work independently with little supervision.

Requirements:

• Minimum AQF Certificate II or III in relevant field
• At least one (1) year of relevant experience may substitute for formal qualifications.
• Minimum of at least four (4) years of relevant experience
• Must have proven experience as a conveyor belt technician
• Must be willing and able to work outside standard hours of operation, when required.
• Ability to work independently with minimal to no supervision required.
• A strong commitment to safety and quality.