Mechanical Tradesperson (VSE)

Job Description

DP World Brisbane is currently seeking to recruit a Mechanical Tradesperson (VSE) for our team at the Fisherman's Island Port terminal. The successful candidate will join a highly skilled team of fitters and electricians responsible for maintaining our Quay Cranes, Automated Stacking Cranes, Shuttles, Reachstackers, Ancillary Plant, and Light Vehicles. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a dynamic and skilled workforce.

Key Accountabilities

• Conduct regular planned mechanical maintenance and repairs;
• Ensure equipment breakdowns are responded to and addressed in an appropriate time frame;
• Undertake mechanical repairs and refurbishment to the required standard;
• Ensure equipment is left in a safe condition and is fully tested before returning into service;
• Ensure workplace safety considerations are taken into account when undertaking all maintenance tasks;
• Source spare parts and technical information required to undertake maintenance and repair tasks;
• Utilise the computerised maintenance system to source store stock and job card information;
• Ensure the shift hand over is provided to the shift supervisor in a timely manner prior to the shift completion time;
• Perform the Relief Shift Supervisors/Leading Hand role when required; and
• Compliance with safe work practices, procedures and policies.

Experience, Skills And Qualifications

• Successful completion of an apprenticeship in an appropriate trade qualification for example Mechanical Fitter, Turner, Welder, Diesel Mechanic, Boilermaker with mechanical skills;
• Extensive experience as a tradesman / technician undertaking fault finding / diagnostics and mechanical repairs of heavy fixed plant and mobile fleet;
• Previous experience in mechanical maintenance procedures in a workshop and/or heavy industrial environment;
• An understanding and appreciation of equipment functionality and service requirements;
• An understanding of manufacturers’ specifications;
• Competent with the use of maintenance management software applications;
• High attention to detail and an excellent work ethic;
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills;
• Ability to work in a team environment;
• Safety critical attitude to work;
• Ability to work irregular day/night shift engagements including weekends;
• Must hold or be eligible to qualify for an MSIC card.

About DP World

DP World is reshaping the future of global trade to improve lives everywhere. Operating across six continents with a team of over 125,000 employees, we combine global infrastructure and local expertise to deliver seamless supply chain solutions. From Ports and Terminals to Marine Services, Logistics and Technology, we leverage innovation to create better ways to trade, minimising disruptions from the factory floor to the customer’s door.

In Asia Pacific, DP World employs over 15,000 people across 22 geographies. We operate 17 ports and terminals, complemented by a comprehensive suite of end-to-end supply chain solutions - to connect the region to the rest of the world.

WE MAKE TRADE FLOW