Lift Technician (Electrician)

WHO WE ARE:

Savaria is a global leader in residential & accessibility lifts, specialising in personal mobility in and out of the home. With a strong commitment to making a positive difference in people’s lives, we design, manufacture, and install products to make people live, work, and play more accessible.

Savaria is a publicly listed, Canadian company with over 2,500 employees worldwide and is set to expand operations throughout Australia.

Savaria Australia is seeking an experienced Electrician to join our Victorian team at a time of strong growth in the lift and accessibility industry. With operations throughout Australia, we specialise in installing and servicing many different types of accessibility equipment including stairlifts, platform lifts and residential & commercial lifts.

ABOUT THE ROLE:

We are looking for a motivated technician with electrical licensing to carry out installation & service work based in Melbourne. Reporting to the Victorian Operations Manager and working as part of the Vic team, you will be responsible for installing, maintaining and repairing our equipment in accordance with product design parameters, complying with national safety standards, and in accordance with our overall business plan.

BENEFITS:

Work in a challenging, fun and exciting environment with a motivated and goal-focused team, plus:

$90k - $100k p.a. base (38 hour week) depending on level of experience.

Overtime opportunities

Use of a company vehicle

Training in all aspects of lift installation and servicing

Opportunity to work in a direct customer facing role

Challenging and stimulating assignments including elements of trouble shooting and fault finding

Growth and development opportunities

Play a role in the growing and important sector (Accessibility) in our community

WE ARE LOOKING FOR:

A successful applicant will be able to demonstrate:

Experience of installation and/or maintenance of electrical equipment

Particular experience in relay logic controls, PLC controls, and motion control electrical circuitry

The ability to complete quality work with motivation to achieve daily targets and schedules

Capability to fault find a variety of equipment using technical knowledge and systematic investigation

The desire to learn new skills and learn about lift equipment

Good teamwork and communication skills

Confidence and professionalism to deal with clients face to face

Possession of a current electrical license and driver’s license

Previous lift/elevator experience viewed favourably, but not essential

Applicants should apply via the Apply button at the top left of the screen.