At a Glance
- Tasks: Perform hands-on mechanical maintenance and troubleshoot airport systems.
- Company: Join Daifuku, a global leader in airport automation.
- Benefits: Gain valuable experience, training, and career growth opportunities.
- Other info: No airport experience needed; just bring your positive attitude and willingness to learn!
- Why this job: Work in a fast-paced environment at Cairns Airport with a supportive team.
- Qualifications: Mechanical Trade Qualification and strong fault-finding skills required.
The predicted salary is between 58500 - 71500 $ per year.
- Hands-on mechanical maintenance, repairs & fault finding
- Work on baggage conveyors, automated equipment & airport systems
- Rotating shifts keeping Cairns Airport moving 24/7
Join Daifuku at Cairns Airport and become part of the team keeping one of the airport’s most important systems moving.
You will work hands-on with the Baggage Handling Systems, Guidance Systems & Passenger Boarding Bridges.
Maintaining and troubleshooting the automated equipment that helps keep bags, passengers and airport operations flowing every day.
Why you will love working here
- Work at Cairns Airport in a unique, fast-moving environment
- Plenty of variety across maintenance, fault finding and automated equipment
- Work with a supportive leader and a team that has your back
- Build your career with training and genuine opportunities to grow
- Join a global leader in airport automation
- What you will be doing
You Will
- Carry out preventative and reactive mechanical maintenance
- Diagnose and repair mechanical faults and breakdowns
- Respond to baggage system faults and jams
- Work with conveyors, automated equipment and computer-based systems
- Complete maintenance and fault records
- Work closely with the wider airport team
- Help keep the operation running safely and reliably
- What we are looking for
You don’t need airport experience. Bring your trade skills, mechanical know-how, willingness to learn and your positive attitude!
You will need
- Mechanical Trade Qualification
- Strong mechanical maintenance and fault-finding skills
- Ability to work rotating shifts – this is nonnegotiable as we run 24-hour operations
- Confidence working with automated equipment and computer-based systems
- A strong safety-first mindset
- Good communication, good banter and teamwork skills
- Ability to obtain an ASIC and Airside Driver’s License
Experience with conveyors, hydraulics, PLCs, baggage handling systems or automated equipment would be a bonus, it’s not essential.
Why work for Daifuku?
As a global leader in automation, we combine industry-leading technology with an exceptional team culture.
The people you work alongside are what truly set us apart, creating a positive, collaborative, and rewarding work environment.
You will join a supportive environment where safety comes first, good work is recognised and people are given the opportunity to learn, develop and develop their careers.
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Systems Technician – Mechanical Fitter employer: Daifuku
Daifuku is an exceptional employer that prioritises employee growth and development, offering comprehensive benefits and a supportive work culture. As a leader in intelligent material handling systems, we foster an environment where team members can thrive, collaborate with industry experts, and contribute to innovative solutions in a dynamic manufacturing setting. Join us for a rewarding career where your skills will be valued and your contributions will make a real impact.
