Maintenance Technician (Burton)

SGS Australia is a leading provider of Testing, Inspection, and Certification services, supporting multiple industries across the country with trusted expertise and technical excellence. Backed by SGS’s global legacy of over 140 years, we operate one of the largest networks of accredited laboratories and field facilities in Australia, with a network of more than 50 offices and laboratories and over 1,600 employees across Australia. We are accredited by NATA and ISO 9001, ensuring our services meet both Australian and international standards.

We are seeking a skilled Maintenance Technician to join our team in Burton, SA. In this role, you will assist by providing support and advice on activities necessary to achieve the company’s objectives and meet critical deadlines.

Your key responsibilities in this role will include but are not limited to:

• The Implementation of SGS Policies in relation to the job at hand.
• Customer satisfaction in relation to the job they are performing.
• Carry out repairs on equipment to a high standard as required.
• Perform preventative maintenance to SGS equipment as required.
• Prepare equipment for project load outs with attention to detail.
• Complete maintenance records, job cards and fault reports as required.
• Work with the SGS SharePoint system to obtain and record documentation.
• Prepare equipment for freight and receive incoming freight to the SGS facility.
• Liaise with logistics providers to facilitate freight movements as required.
• Perform stock takes of equipment and contribute to re-stocking.
• Contribute to procurement of minor equipment, parts and consumables.
• Operate forklift as required to facilitate day to day activities.
• Ensure that all work carried out is SGS Company Policy as well as confirming to government regulations.
• To report all near misses and hazardous situations to the Supervisor / Manager.

Our ideal candidate will demonstrate:

• An understanding of, and willingness to contribute to, Quality Systems.
• A commitment to ongoing learning and attending training courses to support professional development.
• A proactive approach to promoting safe and positive decision-making.
• Computer literacy and experience using computer-based systems.
• A current Senior First Aid Certificate.
• A current Forklift Licence.

If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, click 'Apply' and submit your application today.

WHY WORK FOR SGS?

Working at SGS means joining an innovative, Global company. Here are some of the benefits to working for SGS. 

•    As a company, we have embraced the shift to flexible work

•    Sustainability is embedded in our culture and the way we do business

•    Paid parental leave

•    Paid time for volunteering day and blood donations

•    Corporate health & wellbeing offers

•    Ongoing learning & development 

•    Career development opportunities (Nationally and Globally)

•    SGS Rewards: Our employee benefits platform with access to retail and online discounts and cashback

COME TO WORK AND BE 100% YOU

SGS Australia supports a diverse workforce, we encourage applications from people of all ages, nationalities, abilities, and cultures – including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, the LGBTQI+ community and people living with disability. Providing employment opportunities for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people is an important part of our SGS Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP). We truly believe the diversity among us will continue to foster a strong, innovative, and forward-thinking workplace.



SGS Australia acknowledges and pays respect to the past, present and future Traditional Custodians and Elders of this nation and the continuation of cultural, spiritual, and educational practices of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.