Trainee Metrologist / Instrument Calibration Technician

This role is hands-on, performing a range of engineering laboratory equipment calibrations, both at our Brendale facility and at our customers’ sites Australia wide, as follows:

• All calibrations are performed under ISO/IEC 17025 compliance and to the relevant Australian or International standards.
• A broad range of equipment will be used, from sub-micron dimensional measuring tools through to computer-controlled 2 MN hydraulic force machines, and including the following:
  • Hydraulic compression testing machines
  • Load cells
  • Electronic balances
  • Calibration weights
  • Dial gauges
  • Displacement transducers
  • Digital and Vernier Callipers
  • Vibratory tables
• All calibrations are required to be performed with a high level of professionalism, including focussed communication and informative discussions with both our Laboratory Manager and the customer.
• Throughout all steps of our processes, compliance with the correct procedures, instructions and specifications is required, whilst maintaining relevant records in a fully traceable and auditable manner.

All training will be provided on-the-job.

The successful applicant will have the following:

• A keen interest in instrumentation and detailed technical work, and an eagerness to learn and to follow training instructions.
• An aptitude for hands-on work, but at the same time, proficient with computers and technology, and with a bent for data and numbers, and technical problem-solving.
• The ability to apply Year 12 mathematics, in problem-solving complex equipment and machines.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Adobe Acrobat Reader and Windows Explorer computer programs.
• Ability and willingness to travel for on-site work (within Australia, New Zealand and occasionally the Pacific Region).
• An Australian drivers licence.
• Able to work autonomously and manage time effectively (once adequately trained).

The role comes with a salary + superannuation, mobile telephone and laptop.

Please send your Cover Letter and CV to: ********@cmtequipment.com.au