Engineering Operations Technician

Role summary

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An Engineering Operations Technician supports the safe, reliable operation of Amazon data-centre infrastructure. Responsibilities typically include monitoring and maintaining electrical, mechanical, HVAC, fire-suppression and building-management systems; carrying out planned and corrective maintenance; responding to alarms and equipment failures; completing inspections and documentation; and working with contractors and specialist engineers. Candidates are generally expected to have relevant trade, engineering or technical qualifications, practical experience with critical facilities or industrial equipment, and a strong understanding of workplace health and safety. The role requires shift work, physical readiness, attention to detail, calm incident response, clear communication and a willingness to follow strict procedures. Experience in data centres, hospitals, manufacturing, power generation or other mission-critical environments is advantageous.

About the employer

Amazon is a global technology and commerce company founded in 1994. It operates online retail marketplaces, logistics networks, digital advertising, entertainment services and Amazon Web Services (AWS), one of the world's largest cloud-computing platforms. In Australia, Amazon employs people across corporate functions, fulfilment, technology, customer service and data-centre operations. Its engineering operations teams help keep critical AWS facilities safe, available and efficient around the clock. Employees typically work in a process-driven environment that emphasises customer focus, operational excellence, ownership, safety and continuous improvement. Amazon is known for its scale, fast pace and structured performance expectations. Benefits and working arrangements vary by site and employment contract, but may include superannuation, paid leave, health-related benefits, training opportunities and additional compensation for rostered or overnight work.