MECHANICAL ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN

Sola Now Pty Ltd, trading as Sunterra, is a leading wholesale, installation and engineering company in Australia. Over the years, we have established strong partnership with the key manufacturers in the market, which enables us to provide our clients the best products at the most competitive price.
We are currently seeking a full-time Mechanical Engineering Technician to join our team on-site in South Australia. As a large-scale construction project company, Mechanical Engineering Technician will be mainly responsible for overseeing the installation and maintenance of mechanical systems, ensuring that all equipment operates efficiently and meets safety standards.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATION & SKILLS

• AQF Associate Degree, Advanced Diploma or Diploma. OR at least 3 years of relevant experience may substitute for the formal qualifications.
• Minimum 1 year of relevant experience is required.
• Extensive knowledge and current skills in the energy industry.
• Attention to detail, strong work ethic.
• Able to take direction and work unsupervised.
• Team player that can also work autonomously.

• Assist in the design, drafting, and preparation of plans and layouts for solar power systems, mounting structures, and associated mechanical equipment.
• Support in the development and modification of solar plant components, including racking systems, tracking mechanisms, and thermal storage systems.
• Select and recommend appropriate tools, equipment, and materials required for the assembly, installation, and maintenance of solar infrastructure.
• Install and test new and modified solar assemblies, including support frames, hydraulic tracking systems, pumps, and mechanical controls.
• Estimate material costs, quantities, and equipment requirements for solar plant projects to support budgeting and procurement processes.
• Conduct and supervise site checks on solar mechanical systems to ensure performance, durability, and compliance with engineering specifications.
• Gather and interpret data, carry out engineering calculations, and produce diagrams and reports to support solar project design and implementation.
• Oversee the inspection, servicing, and maintenance of mechanical components within solar plants and related infrastructure.
• Ensure that all mechanical designs, installations, and completed works comply with project specifications, Australian Standards, safety regulations, and contractual obligations.